Depression therapists in Victoria, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Depression
Arne Pedersen - Hypnotherapy Victoria
Hypnotherapist, RCCH
Feeling stuck in a cycle of sadness and despair? As a therapist specializing in depression, I provide a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their emotions and develop coping strategies. Through mindfulness practices and hypnotherapy techniques, we'll work together to uncover underlying issues, challenge negative thought patterns, and cultivate a renewed sense of hope and purpose.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8Z 5T8
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Depression
Victoria Counselling Centre
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
If you’re living with depression, you don’t have to go through it alone. We offer experienced, compassionate depression counselling for individuals who are ready to take the next step toward healing. We understand how depression can affect every part of your life. It can change how you think, feel, sleep, and relate to others. For some, it’s a quiet sadness that lingers for months. For others, it feels like a deep weight, making even daily tasks overwhelming. Whether your depression is recent, recurring, or something you’ve carried for years, our counsellors are here to help you move forward at your own pace, with kindness, expertise, and genuine care.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8V 4A1
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Depression
Theodosia Daflos
Counsellor/Therapist, MA
While everyone feels down from time to time, the experience of clinical depression is something else entirely. Clinical depression can include many physical symptoms, like changes in energy, exhaustion, sleep problems, and body pains, as well as overwhelming negative thoughts that can make it difficult to think that you will ever feel better. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, we will slowly work on identifying these negative thoughts and slowly help you start doing the things that are important to you in your life, which breaks the cycle of depression.
15 Years Experience
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Depression
Adria Lipsett
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
I offer compassionate, evidence-based care for those struggling with depression. My approach helps you explore underlying causes, build coping skills, and rediscover hope. I am here to support you every step of the way toward healing.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8V 1L3
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Depression
Strength in Heart Counselling
Treatment Center, RSW, RCC, CCC
Depression can feel heavy and isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. We offer compassionate support and practical tools to help lift your mood and restore hope. Our approach is focused on helping you rediscover meaning and joy in life.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8V 1L3
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Depression
Kendra Shaw
Registered Social Worker, MSW
I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for those struggling with depression. My approach helps you identify root causes, build coping skills, and rediscover hope and motivation. I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey to recovery.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8V 1L3
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Depression
Reg Fleming
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., RMFT, RCC
Emotions, moods, including depression are natural responses to life events. When emotions, like profound sadness are happening. I work with you to understand when and how these emotions are activated. I will guide you in a process that will allow you to get unstuck from an emotion that is dominating and actions to move forward with your Self more in charge, with a return to observing your emotions as information rather than what feels like a chronic and confusing state.
33 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8W 1G2
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Depression
Ashley Kabugo
Counsellor/Therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC)
Depression can affect your motivation and make daily life difficult. I can support you as you navigate the challenges that may come up on a daily basis.
2 Years Experience
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Depression
Mark Watts
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (Psych), Master Therapeutic Counsellor, Registered Counselling Hypnotherapist
Depression can completely color your life. I offer best practice tools to bring you back to the life you want.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8W 1C4
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Depression
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
We walk alongside folks living with depression, offering gentle, affirming support that honours the weight you’re carrying while working toward relief, meaning, and connection—at your pace.
16 Years Experience
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Depression
Michelle Iulianella Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor/Therapist, BEd, MBA, MA, RCC
Depression shows up differently for everyone. It can show up as pervasive and persistent low mood, anger, sadness, hopelessness, helplessness and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities that once sparked happiness. It can also show up for people as feelings of worthlessness, shame and guilt, as well as trouble concentrating and making decisions. Depression can manifest in the body as fatigue, too much or too little sleep and marked changes in appetite. Reoccurring suicidal ideation and self-annihilation fantasies can also be common when one is experiencing clinical or situational depression. A complex interplay of factors can contribute to the development of depression, including brain chemistry, life stressors and genetic predisposition. Michelle knows that it is essential to seek help when experiencing depression; she works with clients who are experiencing chronic depression and situational depression as the result of life stressors.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8P 2L5
Online in Victoria, BC British Columbia
Victoria is British Columbia's capital city and a major retirement destination, giving it an older demographic profile than most Canadian cities — one that generates consistent demand for therapists working with aging, loss, caregiver stress, and the psychological dimensions of life transitions in later years. The city's government-worker culture, combined with the University of Victoria and Royal Roads University, creates a well-educated population that is generally comfortable seeking therapy and willing to engage in longer-term work. Island Health provides public mental health resources alongside a well-established private therapy community serving Oak Bay, Saanich, and the Inner Harbour area. Victoria's separation from Metro Vancouver by water means specialist therapist access can be limited in some areas, with telehealth filling an important gap for clients seeking a specific type of match.
Depression therapists in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Statistics
Depression therapists in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $160 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (59%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (54%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$160
Accept insurance
71%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 59% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 54% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 50% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 45% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 44% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 44% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 56% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Christian |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |