Other Resources

Randy Harding

Randy is an author and (NAMA) certified Safe Anger Coach who has practiced for 12 years with groups and individuals. He provides individualized anger coaching and can assist when anger is not healthy, when new coping strategies are needed, when you need to rebuild relationships, and when you want to be more resilient and learn emotional intelligence. 

See link below to book with Randy.

Book Online | Westshore Counselling Services (janeapp.com)

Smiler Overton

Smiler provides a non-judgmental atmosphere, a confidential space, and a trauma informed perspective while working with adults, couples and families. He is a Canadian Certified Counsellor who uses CBT and works with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and/or unhealthy anger. With couples and families, he can help to deepen relationships, grow communication, and build trust.

See link below to book with Smiler.

Book Online | Westshore Counselling Services (janeapp.com)

Laura Offenwanger

Laura is a master’s level clinical counselling intern offering online sessions with sliding scale rates based on your current income (starting as low as $10 per 50-min session). She has experience working with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, supporting them in relationship challenges, life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief, and religious trauma/deconstruction.

Beginning with a holistic approach, Laura draws from a range of therapeutic models providing individualized support for clients, tailored to their unique circumstances and specific goals. Laura’s manner is warm and inviting, fostering a counsellor-client relationship that is built on compassion, acceptance, and non-judgement. Laura also acknowledges a feminist, anti-colonial perspective, and is 2SLGBTQI+ affirming. She supports individuals with all or no religious affiliations.

Click on the link below to book a 50-minute online session with Laura, or to arrange a FREE 15-minute consultation call where you can ask her questions about the therapy process and our sliding scale.

https://calendly.com/offenontime

Julie Jay

Julie is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Certified Clinical Counsellor, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS Level 1) therapist.

She is passionate about working with clients from all walks of life, including BIPOC clients and clients wanting to integrate counselling with diverse lived experiences, culture, inner wisdom, and spirituality.

As a second-generation Chinese Canadian therapist, Julie is passionate about integrating your cultural wisdom and knowledge into therapy.

She supports clients experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and trauma. You can learn more about Julie here.

See the link below to book with Julie.

Book Online Inner Knowing Therapy (Noterro) 

Paul Izenberg

Paul is a pre-licensed counsellor that specializes in supporting men through challenges related to identity, relationships, and emotional expression, as well as individuals working through stress, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, and life transitions. 

Paul’s approach includes evidence-based methods such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Unified Protocol for the transdiagnostic treatment of emotional disorders, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Polyvagal-informed practice, and somatic awareness to help clients heal and find balance.

To schedule a free 20-minute consultation please follow this link: www.innerknowingtherapy.com/paul


Jenna Matthews

Jenna Matthews is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor Candidate dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing space for healing and self-discovery. With a trauma-informed, heart-led approach, Jenna supports individuals navigating burnout, anxiety, stress, emotional disconnection, and the impact of emotional abuse. She believes that healing is not about "fixing" yourself but about reconnecting with who you truly are. Jenna’s work is deeply personalized, drawing from hands-off somatic techniques, CBT, narrative therapy, attachment theory, and solution-focused therapy—ensuring that each session meets you exactly where you are.

Whether in-person in Sooke or virtually, Jenna’s goal is to help you release what no longer serves you, rebuild your sense of self, and step into a life that feels aligned and fulfilling. Jenna offers direct billing and is accepted by most benefits providers. Free Consultations and limited sliding-scale spots are available.

Book a session: Jenna's Booking Link
Learn more: www.journeytogrowth.ca/jennamatthews