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Monday 8am - 7pm Tuesday 8am - 9:30pm Wednesday 8am - 7pm Thursday 8am - 9:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Saturday 9am - 5:30pm

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Island Clinical Counselling: Feel Safe. Be Heard. Find Hope.

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09/10/2025

Tinnitus involves a constant noise in the ears, usually ringing, buzzing, or hissing, that isn’t audible to others. The cause of tinnitus symptoms is not always known and symptoms can be severe, impacting focus, sleep, and overall well-being. Treatment for tinnitus involves cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and/or desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) to help reduce the distress that tinnitus can cause. Treatment does not involve getting rid of the sound itself, but working on changing how your brain responds to it, so that it can become less noticeable or overwhelming.

Book with Sondra for Tinnitus support!
Email: sondra.petrus@islandclinicalcounselling.ca
Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 121
Text: 778-410-5510

09/09/2025

Up Coming Kids Group!
Two session times with spots still available!

ADH Kidz *Ages 7-10*
Description: Learn, share, and grow with friends as we support one another in learning new coping tools and realizing our infinite strengths and abilities. Develop an understanding of emotions, and their connection to thoughts and behaviours. Learn new ways to engage in more flexible thinking and communicate with others in a positive way. Neurodivergent and Diverse Ability Friendly.

We aim to make our services more affirming by intentionally omitting the “D” from ADHD and ASD in our communications. Our clinic is committed to a neurodiversity-affirming approach, emphasizing that individuals who are Autistic or have ADH are not disordered. Instead, their experiences are shaped by societal barriers. Our counselling focuses on supporting clients to adapt their environment rather than encouraging them to change themselves to fit into societal norms. Additionally, we prioritize developing skills aligned with each individual’s personal goals to promote their overall functioning and well-being.

Saturdays

Group 1: 10-10:50 from Sept 20 – Nov 1 (no group Oct 11)

Group 2: 11-11:50 from Sept 20 – Nov 1 (no group Oct 11)

Email Hannah@islandclinicalcounselling.ca to sign up for the above groups.

09/04/2025

You might not know if therapy is *working*… but there will be signs ✨

09/02/2025

Meet Samantha!

Read full bio on our website

“Hi everyone! I am so excited and happy to be a part of Island Clinical Counselling! My name is Sam, and I am lucky to have grown up on this beautiful island, in Nanaimo. Reaching out for support takes strength and vulnerability. You are not alone, and I’m so happy you’ve landed here.”

Email: sam.leung@islandclinicalcounselling.ca
Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 117
Text: 778-410-7990
Pronouns: She/Her
Fees: 120 per session (Offering lower cost services until registered. Not eligible for benefit plans.)

Location: Sam works in North Nanaimo Monday to Friday.

08/30/2025

A Few Spots Left!!! Don’t Miss Out!!!

Neurodivergent Therapy Group
Description: A safe space for clients aged 5–13 to build communication, socialization, and adaptability skills.

Biweekly Thursdays 3:30 – 4:30 pm

Email farnaz@islandclinicalcounselling.ca to sign up for the above group.

08/27/2025

Just a little reminder from me to you 😌🤍

Last week of summer vacation is here ⭐️

08/25/2025

It’s almost that time of year again. The lead up to the start of school can be one of anxiety for some children and youth. Out of routine and heading into change can be very challenging. Some children may exhibit more irritability or seem down. Some may be tearful and have disrupted sleep.
Not to worry! There are things we can do as caregivers to help guide them through this transition.

08/22/2025

New Group Alert ‼️

Visit our website to sign up now! Link in bio

08/21/2025

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 20th POST

Did you know that often times mental health professionals will look at how your basic needs are being met as the first step in treating depression. Are you eating regularly? Sleeping at night, getting vitamin D, seeing other humans?
These micro treatments truly add up and can make a huge difference in treating low mood.
Mild cases of depression can even be treated just by focusing on the micro.
A combination of the two is best practice.

What micro activities do you do to help manage mood?

08/18/2025

Meet Kaylin our newest intern in our Nanaimo locations! She is joining us at the beginning of September.

Booking information:
Email: kaylin.compton@islandclinicalcounselling.ca
Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 136
Fees: $70.00 per session or apply for the Pay What You Can program. (not covered by benefit plans)
Professional Affiliation: BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), student member

Address

41 Chapel Street
Nanaimo, BC
V9R5H3

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 9:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 9:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12507977087

Website

http://www.islandclinicalcounselling.ca/

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