THERAPY FOR REAL LIFE (AND REAL CHANGE)

Counselling in Nanaimo and online for individuals and couples.

Stop feeling so stressed, change old patterns, and build relationships that feel good to be in.

When “just talking” hasn’t worked.

You’ve read the books, had the heart-to-hearts, promised yourself you’d do better. Yet here you are — still anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck on repeat.

You don’t have to do this alone anymore. Together, we’ll get to the root and use real tools to help you show up as your true self.

COUNSELLING SERVICES

Therapy that fits your life.

Offering a variety of ways to meet: in-person in my Departure Bay office, in your own home (within 10km), online, or by phone.

Individual Counselling

One-on-one support to understand your patterns, calm your nervous system, and create the changes you’ve been hoping for.

Couples & Relationship Counselling

For any kind of partnership; intimate, co-parents, business, friends, or family members, to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and find a way forward together.

What can change when we work together.

Counselling with me is part conversation, part problem-solving, and part gentle uncovering of the patterns that keep getting in the way.

That might look like real, tangible changes, such as:

  • Finding your voice, even when it feels easier to stay quiet

  • Feeling calmer, clearer, and more confident in yourself

  • Communicating in ways that build understanding (not more arguments)

  • Reconnecting with your partner or with yourself

  • Setting boundaries without the guilt trip

  • Untangling old beliefs so you can respond differently now

Meet the person in your corner.

Hi! I’m Deanna — a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor who believes therapy should feel like a real conversation, not a cold, clinical interview.

Most people leave sessions with me saying they feel lighter, clearer, and more like themselves... often because they feel like I “get it” without them having to say very much.

My vision here is simple: to help you feel less alone and more connected — to yourself and to the people you love.

  • “Deanna has a presence that feels safe, compassionate and highly attuned. Her kind and thoughtful approach is so easy to relax and open into. I always appreciate her reflective insight and perspective."

    – Geneva Jacobs, RTC

  • “Deanna brings invaluable skill to our profession. She infuses warmth, compassion and genuine curiosity to provide a container that allows for insight, epiphanies, and profound transformation. I would recommend her to my closest friends and family with absolute confidence, knowing they will be held and guided through their challenges toward greater peace, self understanding and compassion.”

    – Marcy Richardson, RTC

  • "Deanna is heart centered, compassionate, and offers a safe space to explore your struggles or challenges with gentleness, wisdom, and warmth. She is a supportive advocate who genuinely cares for her clients."

    – Leanna Madill, MTC, RCS, RPC, PhD

  • “Deanna's care, heart, and deep respect shine through her work. She holds a high ethical bar, and I'd confidently refer anyone to her, knowing they'd receive thoughtful, compassionate support."

    – Claire Weiss, MA, RCC

  • “Deanna's commitment to helping clients feel more confident and authentic in their daily lives is truly commendable. I highly recommend Deanna to anyone seeking compassionate support on their journey toward healing and self-discovery!"

    –Jessica Ross, RTC

The Story Within Blog

Sometimes you just need to know you’re not the only one feeling this way. The blog is where I share honest posts about why life and relationships can feel so hard — and what actually helps.

You’ll find simple tools you can try right away, encouragement when things feel heavy, and the occasional personal story to remind you that even small changes can make a big difference.

Start feeling more like yourself again.

You don’t have to keep living the same story if it’s not working for you. If it feels heavy, stuck, or just not you anymore, let’s figure out together what the next chapter could look like for you.