OUR COUNSELLORS
Let’s find your new therapist today.
Choosing a therapist is a big decision!
We understand that while experience and training are important, it’s really important to find someone who feels like a good fit and who you are comfortable talking to. That’s why we offer a free, no-pressure phone or video consultation to all prospective clients.
Our team of experienced and compassionate counsellors are available for in-person sessions in downtown Victoria, or for video appointments anywhere in the province of BC. Please don’t wait to start feeling better. We look forward to meeting you!
Kalen comes from a background in Depth Psychology and works with the wisdom of the body and the natural world as guides in therapeutic work. They have a special interest in working with queer folx, gender and sexuality, grief, trauma, depression and anxiety. Their approach also includes spiritual perspectives, archetypes, dream work and soul work for those interested.
In Person, Virtual, and Outdoor Sessions
Linnea Strom is passionate about supporting clients to release past trauma, develop self-compassion, and improve emotional regulation. Her style is warm, relational and body-based. She brings skills in navigating complex life issues, with lived and professional experience in areas such as parenting, gender and sexuality, grief, depression/anxiety, medicalization/chronic health issues, neurodivergence, and trauma.
Virtual Sessions Only, Evening and Weekend availability
Alison Ferko practices from a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming lens, and has a special interest in working with parents and caregivers, as well as with highly sensitive/ possibly neurodivergent young adults. She brings her own lived experience and passion for these topics to her work with clients.
In Person and Virtual Appointments
Allie Murphy is an RCC whose collaborative, feminist, trauma-informed approach is grounded in humility, curiosity, and compassion, and willingness to learn. Allie has a special interest in supporting anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, sexuality and gender identity, neurodiversity, and life transitions.
In Person and Online Sessions
Christine is a Registered Clinical Counsellor whose goal is to help you better navigate life's challenges by promoting self-awareness, self-compassion, emotion regulation and resilience. She brings a diverse set of life experiences and professional training to her practice, and specializes in working with neurodivergent and highly sensitive individuals, as well as those navigating addiction, anxiety and depression.
In Person and Online Sessions
Kelsey is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with special interests in young adults, relationship dynamics, mental health issues like anxiety and depression, neurodivergence, and 2SLGBTQIA+ concerns. With experience working across a variety of mental health settings, Kelsey uses a trauma-informed, client-centered approach drawing from various styles of counselling
Available in person on Saturdays and Sundays, with additional virtual availability upon request.
Mila is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who works with both individuals and couples, both in person and online. Mila is particularly interested in working with people struggling with trauma, family conflict, anxiety, relationships, and chronic pain.
In Person and Online Sessions, Fridays only
Ozlem Mavis is a student counsellor under the supervision of Sarah Pullman and an expressive arts therapist in training. Her approach is gentle, creative, collaborative, and anti-oppressive. Oz has a particular interest in supporting people through their existential issues, relationship challenges, exploration of sexuality, chronic illness, major moves and/or cross-cultural immigration, and quest for home and belonging.
In Person and Online Sessions
Coming January 2025! Richard is a student counsellor under the supervision of Sarah Pullman. Richard offers a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach, and creates a safe space for exploring challenges and fostering personal growth. He offers trauma-informed and somatic methods, with a particular interest in supporting neurodiverse individuals. Passionate about helping those who struggle to express their feelings and challenges, Richard integrates mindfulness, movement, and connection with nature to support emotional healing and well-being.
In Person and Online Sessions
August Waite is a student counsellor under the supervision of Sarah Pullman. August has completed professional trainings in a range of modalities in both individual and couples (including non-monogamy/polyamory) counselling. Their approach centers safety, choice, and in working experientially with the here-and-now. They are passionate about working with trauma, shame, grief, anxiety and social anxiety, body image and self esteem, gender/body dysphoria and euphoria, transition and post-transition experience, and relationship challenges.
In Person and Online Sessions
Sarah Pullman is the clinical director at Bodymind Counselling. She has been a Registered Clinical Counsellor since 2012 and an Approved Clinical Supervisor since 2023. She has extensive training and experience in working with trauma and has supported many individuals through relationship challenges, sexual orientation and gender identity issues, new parenthood, the transition to adulthood, and deconstructing/recovering from religious fundamentalism. She also supervises and mentors practicum students and new clinicians.
Not accepting new clients.
All of the counsellors at Bodymind Counselling gratefully live and practice on the lands of Lekwungen peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt, and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples.