Dissociative Disorders therapists in Victoria, BC
Browse Dissociative Disorders therapists in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dissociation
Arne Pedersen - Hypnotherapy Victoria
Hypnotherapist, RCCH
Dissociative disorders can create a sense of disconnection from oneself and reality, but healing is possible. With a gentle and supportive approach, I help individuals explore the underlying trauma that may be contributing to their dissociative experiences. Through Hypnotherapy and mindfulness-based techniques, we work towards mind/body/spirit integration and reclaiming a sense of wholeness and authenticity.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8Z 5T8
Online in Victoria, BC
Dissociation
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
Our clinicians work thoughtfully with dissociation and trauma responses, prioritizing safety, stabilization, and collaboration while respecting how your system has learned to survive.
16 Years Experience
Online in Victoria, BC (Online Only)
Dissociation
Kendra Anselmo Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Dissociation is often a protective response developed when experiences feel overwhelming or unsafe. Using an IFS and somatic approach, we’ll gently explore the parts of you that hold pain, fear, or protective responses while building greater connection, grounding, and safety within yourself. Therapy can support you in feeling more present, integrated, and connected to who you are.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Victoria, BC V8V 1L3
Online in Victoria, BC
Dissociation
Lori-Ann Wesley
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., R.P., C.C.T.P.
I help individuals gain control over their dissociative symptoms and learn coping strategies. It involves a range of therapeutic approaches.
29 Years Experience
Online in Victoria, BC
Dissociation
Daniel Klassen
Psychologist, Provisional, (P7619) with CAP in Alberta & Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC 19147) with BCACC, for elsewhere in Canada
Dissociation is more common than many people realize—everyone experiences it to some degree. Everyday moments, like instinctively reaching for a phone in a waiting room to avoid boredom or briefly forgetting where you placed your keys after walking into the house, are mild forms of dissociation. These instances reflect a temporary shift in attention—a momentary disconnection from the present environment in favor of something more engaging or less stressful. Even consciously avoiding unpleasant thoughts or situations can be a subtle form of dissociation, and in these milder forms, it’s not inherently pathological.
However, dissociation can become disruptive when it deepens into a more profound detachment from one’s identity or reality. In these cases, individuals may find themselves acting in ways that feel foreign or out of character, losing chunks of time that others remember, or sensing that different parts of themselves are in conflict. Such experiences can lead to confusion, inner turmoil, and a fragmented sense of self, significantly impacting daily functioning and emotional well-being.
Daniel, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II), specializes in helping individuals who experience more severe forms of dissociation, including derealization and depersonalization. With deep expertise and compassion, he supports clients in understanding their dissociative experiences and guides them toward greater self-awareness, integration, and emotional stability.
Daniel offers both brief screening for dissociation and comprehensive, customized assessments that evaluate a wide range of personality difficulties, trauma, and commonly co-occurring concerns. He welcomes inquiries regarding this and other psychological testing services he provides.
7 Years Experience
Online in Victoria, BC
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.
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Victoria, BC Statistics
Dissociative Disorders therapists in Victoria, BC average 12 years of experience and charge around $159 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (63%), Somatic Therapy (63%), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (60%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$159
Accept insurance
73%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 63% | Somatic Therapy |
| 60% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 60% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 57% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 57% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 57% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 67% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 60% | Men |
| 53% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Black / African American |