Kwun'atsustul Counselling

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Mellissa is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Friday, March 27, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm....
03/27/2026

Mellissa is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Friday, March 27, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Mellissa's number is 250-732-1602.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

Kwun’atsustul Team Feature!Danielle!My Traditional name is White Horse Woman: the late elder Dr. Dave Courchene  Gaani a...
03/26/2026

Kwun’atsustul Team Feature!
Danielle!

My Traditional name is White Horse Woman: the late elder Dr. Dave Courchene Gaani aki inini Leading earth man, named me, which is a great honor to carry this name in this realm.

I was adopted into an Oji-Cree family in Island Lake, Manitoba. My grandparents are Edward and Elizabeth Wood, who raised me, and I honor my ancestors who have shaped who I am today. My blood memory is Anishinaabe from my father’s side and Kanien’keh:ka. I stand as a strong traditional woman confronting colonialism, racism, and lateral violence.

My government name is Danielle Harper, carrying my late father John Jeffrey Harper’s last name. I am a visitor to Cowichan territory and am truly honored to be here.

I work as a Culturally Grounded Mental Health Counsellor with the Sa'qw'thut Day Treatment Program.

What do you love about your job?:
I love the Cultural aspect and the rich knowledge elders carry in the community. I am lucky to work in a nurturing environment, that truly respects work-life balance and employee well- being.

What is something you love most about Quw'utsun Culture?:
The connection to the land and intergenerational skill sharing taught by elders, as well as the community and economic values.

Dominique is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30...
03/26/2026

Dominique is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Dominique's number is 250-732-8958.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

Dominique is the On-Call Counsellor for the morning of today, Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm. Dominiq...
03/25/2026

Dominique is the On-Call Counsellor for the morning of today, Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm. Dominique's number is 250-732-8958.

Mellissa is the On-Call Counsellor for this afternoon from 1:00PM to 4:30PM. Mellissa's number is 250-732-1602.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888.

Huy ch q'u.

Kwun'atsustul Team Feature!Dominique!What is your role? And what do you do on an average week?:As a Mental Health Counse...
03/24/2026

Kwun'atsustul Team Feature!
Dominique!

What is your role? And what do you do on an average week?:

As a Mental Health Counselor, my aim is to support you on your healing journey. Whether you come for individual, family or couples counseling, I bring calm and walk alongside you and wish to co-establish a therapeutic relationship based on trust. With curiosity, compassion, humor, and reverence, I am here to support you in reconnecting to all parts of you. I believe that we are all perfectly imperfect human being with strengths and challenges. Through conversations, embodied and nature-focused grounding practices, I encourage you to (re)connect to your body, the values that matter the most to you and to let go of what no longer serves you.

Outside of connections in community or sessions in office, you can find me co-facilitating Women's group on Tuesdays, from 10-12, or as the on-call counselor on Thursdays. At times, I return 'home' to Sa'qw'thut, our day treatment program, where I first begin my journey with Kwun'atsustul counselling in 2022.

What do you love about your job?:

I love being part of web of support, to witness and support the healing of Quw'utsun members and their families.

What is something you love most about Quw'utsun Culture?:

As a visitor on this land, I have felt welcomed and nourished. The snuw'uy'ulh feeds my heart and spirit, asking my mind to relax a little bit and remain open to what life offers.

UPDATE 2:45PM: Mellissa is the On-Call Counsellor from 3:30pm-4:30pm. Mellissa's number is 250-732-1602. Huy ch q'u.****...
03/24/2026

UPDATE 2:45PM: Mellissa is the On-Call Counsellor from 3:30pm-4:30pm. Mellissa's number is 250-732-1602. Huy ch q'u.

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Elizabeth is the On-Call Counsellor for Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Elizabeth's number is 250-246-7148.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

Edward is the On-Call Counsellor for Monday, March 23, 2026, from 10:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm. Edward'...
03/23/2026

Edward is the On-Call Counsellor for Monday, March 23, 2026, from 10:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Edward's number is 250-732-5372.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

Mellissa is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Friday, March 20, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm....
03/20/2026

Mellissa is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Friday, March 20, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Mellissa's number is 250-732-1602.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

Kwun'atsustul Team Feature!Natasha!What is your role? And what do you do on an average week?:I am the Emrabcing Life Coo...
03/19/2026

Kwun'atsustul Team Feature!
Natasha!

What is your role? And what do you do on an average week?:
I am the Emrabcing Life Coordinator; it is my job to help prevent and walk with families who have experienced losing someone to Su***de/ Self-Harm. In an average week you can find me planning future events, taking in training, supporting the community or supporting my team!

What do you love about your job?:
I learn something new every day! Every day is different and on the hard days, I have my team to help me out.

What is something you love most about Quw'utsun Culture?:
I love how welcoming it is. Even though I am not from this culture, I have many Quw'utsun Aunties and Uncles that have taken me in as their own and lift me up every day.

Dominique is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30...
03/19/2026

Dominique is the On-Call Counsellor for today, Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm, and from 1:00pm to 4:30pm.

Dominique's number is 250-732-8958.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888, available 24/7.

Huy ch q'u.

Amy is the On-Call Counsellor for the morning of today, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm. Amy's number ...
03/18/2026

Amy is the On-Call Counsellor for the morning of today, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 8:30am to 12:00pm. Amy's number is 250-732-0999.

Alwynne is the On-Call Counsellor for this afternoon from 1:00PM to 4:30PM. Alwynne's number is 250-732-5902.

Outside of these hours, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888.

Huy ch q'u.

Kwun'atsustul Team Member Feature!Mathew Davydiuk (Mati!)What is your role?: I am a Mental Health CounsellorWhat do you ...
03/17/2026

Kwun'atsustul Team Member Feature!

Mathew Davydiuk (Mati!)

What is your role?: I am a Mental Health Counsellor

What do you do on an average week?: I primarily have facilitated therapeutic and Cultural groups. I see my role as facilitating conversations between community members and the Sul'hween. I weave in education and therapuetic concepts to help people on their healing journies. I have recently shifted towards working with youth that are struggling with mental health and addictions. I am helping to build a day program for youth that are using substances and this will be land-based and cultural program that will create opportunities for youth to engage in healing and personal growth. I also provide individual support to youth and you can find me engaging in healthy activities with them. Maybe building skateboards or fixing bikes.

What do you love about your job?: I love walking alongside community members. Getting to know families and being a part of such a vibrant community. I really appreciate that I get to be a part of healing. It is healing for me too. I learn a lot from the community members here and I feel supported at my job by Cowichan Tribes. I am grateful every day that I get to learn and grow together.

What is something you love most about Quw'utsun Culture?: What I love most is that Quw'utsun' nation has strong teachings for a good mind and good heart. I also really love the creativity and expression that is encouraged and fostered.

Address

200 Cowichan Way
Duncan, BC
V9L6P4

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12507466184

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