Experiential therapists in Port Alberni, BC
Browse Experiential therapists in Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Experiential
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
Experiential
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
Experiential
Fiona Matalon
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
If you're looking for long lasting change and finally breaking patterns, I'd love to support you. "Somatic counselling with Fiona is bringing change to my life in a powerful and profound way. I can't explain what exactly is happening inside me, it isn't the work I'm used to doing in counselling, and yet when the connection happens and release comes I feel like I have unloaded years worth of heavy emotions. My life is naturally shifting in ways that I never imagined possible, my body has started to process emotion differently, I am thinking about life differently, and I feel powerful. I am shifting in ways that I never imagined."
7 Years Experience
Online in Port Alberni, BC
Experiential
Dave Vass
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor: RCC
Do you often feel responsible for maintaining harmony in your relationships or ensuring tasks are completed? You may be reliable and committed to doing things “the right way,” yet internally struggle with stress, exhaustion, self-judgment, and a sense of disconnection. If this resonates with you, you may often prioritize others, strive to prevent conflict, and conceal your deeper emotions, all while feeling the pressure to achieve more. While these traits can indicate strength and integrity, they can also lead to burnout, chronic stress or pain, disrupted sleep, and dissatisfaction in your relationships and accomplishments.
I specialize in supporting service-oriented, conscientious individuals like you who want to preserve their values and sense of purpose while cultivating balance, self-compassion, and emotional wellness. My collaborative, mind-body approach can address areas such as boundaries, communication, stress management, self-judgment, sleep issues, chronic pain, emotional expression, and connections with others.
Together, we will create personalized strategies to help you protect your energy, enhance your relationships, and achieve lasting transformation without compromising your identity. Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re the right match.
7 Years Experience
Online in Port Alberni, BC
Experiential
Feel Your Way Therapy
Treatment Center, MA, RP
Are anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility challenges, or relationship difficulties weighing you down? Is it hard to find joy and security in your relationships, work, and thoughts? Are you tired of that constant, critical voice in your head? Does the fear of failure, rejection, or abandonment haunt you? Is your relationship or marriage plagued by fights and a lack of trust? Are you grappling with the emotional stress of infertility?
We're here for you. At Feel Your Way Therapy our mission is to support you using proven methods, empowering you to gain confidence and break free from feelings of helplessness and vulnerability. Shift from avoidance, conflict, and pain to a life of freedom and connection. Let us help you find your way.
We can work with your schedule! With morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend appointments available, both online and in-person. Book a free 20 minute consultation with one of our therapists today!
12 Years Experience
Online in Port Alberni, BC
Experiential Therapy therapists in Port Alberni, BC Statistics
Experiential Therapy therapists in Port Alberni, BC average 11 years of experience and charge around $157 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (94%), Depression (85%), and Self Esteem (79%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$157
Accept insurance
62%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 74% |
Female |
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| 16% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 94% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 85% | Depression |
| 79% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Stress |
| 66% | Loss or Grief |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 60% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 9% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Men |
| 30% | Asian |
| 30% | Persons with Disabilities |