Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Port Alberni, BC
Browse Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
CBT
Tina Presta
Counsellor/Therapist, CPCA MPCC- Provisional, CCPCPR.Cand
You don’t have to have your life perfectly figured out, and things don’t need to look flawless on paper to justify seeking support. Sometimes, you just feel a persistent sense that something is off, even if you can’t quite put your finger on it right now. Whether you are a creative, an entrepreneur, a business owner, a mother, or a father, it is incredibly common to find yourself quietly exhausted, feeling stuck, or questioning if the way you’ve been living actually works for you anymore. You might just feel ready for a change and a return to who you truly are.Traditional talk therapy is wonderful, but often the root of our pain or patterns lives deeper than words can reach. In my practice, I utilize Brainspotting—a powerful, neuro-experiential modality that serves as a way of working through deep-seated issues without having to talk through them endlessly. By integrating Brainspotting with nervous system regulation, CBT, and somatic tools, we look beneath the surface to safely locate and process hidden emotional stress, anxiety, or stored trauma. Together, we will finally take down the heavy things that have been "sitting on the shelf" for years, gently breaking them down into manageable, bite-sized pieces so your nervous system never feels overwhelmed.I support individuals navigating:A general sense of "stuckness," low mood, or a lost direction—even if it's hard to nameThe everyday pressures of running a business, creative burnout, or parenting demandsGently processing early life dynamics or long-standing patterns that still echo in your life todayReclaiming your personal boundaries and safely reconnecting with your body after times of stress or disruption. Overcoming deep-seated people-pleasing patterns, self-doubt, and an absence of self-compassionIf you’re feeling unseen or simply ready for something to shift, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll create a supportive, collaborative path forward. I offer individual online therapy as well as healing group therapy sessions designed to help you reconnect and grow.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Alberni, BC
Online in Port Alberni, BC
CBT
Sofia Schuringa
Counsellor/Therapist, B.A. Psych, ADMH, RHC, RHNC
Hi, I’m Sofia, a Mental Health Counsellor and Registered Health Coach and Nutrition Counsellor. I created Lux Counselling Collective to provide a compassionate, judgment-free space for individuals navigating trauma, emotional challenges, and personal growth.
Inspired by my own journey with mental health and healing, I take a creative and holistic approach, helping you explore your experiences with curiosity and uncover the resilience within. Whether you're seeking clarity, connection, or strategies for change, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Let’s work together to create a meaningful path forward!
8 Years Experience
Online in Port Alberni, BC
CBT
Maya Awad
Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Accepting NEW clients - Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you’re carrying a lot on your own? Feel like you're doing everything you’re “supposed to do,” but something still doesn’t feel right? Have a desire to better understand your thoughts, emotions, or patterns, work on building confidence or self-esteem, or find support for your child, relationship, or yourself? You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. You’re not expected to perform, impress, or have the right words, because we'll make sense of it all together. I offer a free consultation call. Daytime and evening availability.
2 Years Experience
Online in Port Alberni, BC (Online Only)
CBT
Barbara (Barchi) Fojkar
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCC
My approach to counselling is holistic, honouring the whole person: mind, body, heart, and spirit, rather than focusing only on symptoms.
Having lived in Eastern Europe, Western Europe, and Canada, I understand personally what it can mean to navigate different cultures, identities, and ways of belonging. I have had the privilege of working with people from European, North American, Asian, African, and multicultural backgrounds, across different ages and stages of life. I welcome the unique culture, story, and perspective each person brings into the room.
3 Years Experience
Online in Port Alberni, BC
CBT
Carlos "Charlie" Garcia
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, LMHC, CCC, MSc, MBA, CCTP
Something feels off, and maybe you've been pushing through it for a while now. Anxiety that won't quiet down. A relationship that's started to feel more like work than connection. Questions about who you are, what you want, or what you actually need, that you haven't had space to sit with.
That's what therapy with me is for.
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, identity, and sexuality, relationship challenges like communication challenges, trust issues, conflict, and repair, and intimacy and sexual concerns that often go unspoken. I'm not here to hand you a protocol. I'm here to help you understand what's actually happening for you and move through it in a way that fits your real life.
If you've been waiting for a space that's honest, real, affirming, and doesn't feel clinical or preachy, this is it.
2 Years Experience
Online in Port Alberni, BC (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Port Alberni, BC Statistics
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Port Alberni, BC average 11 years of experience and charge around $163 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (76%), and Stress (73%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$163
Accept insurance
73%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 74% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 73% | Stress |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 62% | Loss or Grief |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 52% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 58% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Christian |
| 31% | Persons with Disabilities |