The Budding Elm Counselling & Consultation Services

10/01/2024

The Budding Elm team is excited to announce the opening of our new Westshore office location. The Budding Elm Westshore, located at #146-328 Wale Road, will officially open its doors on October 17th, 2024.

If you’d like to schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our Westshore Clinical Counsellors, please visit www.thebuddingelm.com for a link to our JANE online booking calendar, or feel free to email us directly at info@thebuddingelm.com. A member of our team will be happy to assist in scheduling your next available consultation or full session.

We look forward to continuing our support of individual, family, and community mental health across Victoria and the Greater Victoria area.

09/20/2024

Affordable Counselling Services | Meet our New Interns!

Are you looking for mental health services that are both accessible and affordable? Our Master's Level Interns at The Budding Elm now provide counselling services!

Why Should You Choose Us?
Our interns are well trained, enthusiastic, and supervised by licensed therapists. We're here to assist you with stress, parenting troubles, anxiety, relationship challenges, and other mental health concerns.

Affordable Rates
We believe that mental health care should be accessible to all. Our interns provide high-quality services at lower sliding scale cost.

Take the first step towards wellbeing today! Contact us to schedule your session or learn more about our services.

09/19/2024

Back-to-school season can be both exciting and stressful, especially when it comes to your child’s mental health. Here are some quick tips to ensure a smooth transition:

Open Communication: Let your child express their feelings and listen without judgment. Ask open-ended questions to understand their worries.

Create a Routine: Establish a consistent schedule for sleep, meals, and daily activities to provide stability.

Promote Healthy Habits: Encourage a balanced diet, regular exercise, and proper sleep for physical and mental well-being.

Watch for Stress Signs: Stay alert to changes in behavior that may indicate anxiety, and seek professional support if needed.

Parents, don’t forget to prioritize your own self-care too!

09/18/2024

We are also so excited to welcome Brooke to the Budding Elm!

Brooke, a Registered Clinical Counsellor at The Budding Elm, specializes in collaborative therapy, particularly with adolescents. With a BA in Psychology from the University of Victoria and an MA in Clinical Counselling from Yorkville University, she integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused techniques to create personalized therapy plans. Brooke is committed to building strong connections with clients and creating a safe, empathetic environment that promotes meaningful growth.

Book with her today!

09/17/2024

This September FALL into personal growth!

09/16/2024

We are excited to welcome Shelby to the Budding Elm!

Shelby is a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering individual therapy for teens and adults, focused on creating a warm, collaborative, and client-centred environment. She integrates various therapeutic approaches, including Somatic, Narrative, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and is guided by principles of decolonization, social justice, and client strengths. Shelby helps clients navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and life transitions. With a Master’s in Counselling from City University of Seattle and a BA in Psychology from the University of Victoria, she welcomes clients to contact her for a consultation.

04/29/2023

What is EMDR Therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy method developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro that helps individuals heal from emotional distress caused by traumatic life experiences. Traumatic memories can get stuck in our brains and cause negative beliefs about ourselves, as well as trigger the "fight-flight-freeze" response when recalling the memory. EMDR aims to "unstick" the brain's natural processing system, allowing the traumatic memories to be fully processed and replaced with positive beliefs. EMDR involves a series of experiential activities that strengthen positive beliefs and ultimately replace negative beliefs.

EMDR uses bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements, hand-tapping, or sounds, to help clients process emotionally disturbing memories effectively. Dr. Shapiro discovered that rapid eye movements helped alleviate her own emotional distress related to disturbing thoughts. Several research studies have found that eye movements are associated with reducing emotional arousal, image vividness, and unpleasant emotions associated with traumatic memories.

Before introducing EMDR therapy, a trained therapist assesses if it is appropriate for the client. The therapist then guides the client through a standardized treatment plan, which includes history and treatment planning, preparation, assessing the incident, processing the memory, strengthening positive beliefs, closure, and evaluating treatment outcomes.

Visit us online at thebuddingelm.com or give us a call at (250) 208-6949 for more information.

04/24/2023

We are excited to welcome Kelly to the Budding Elm!

Kelly holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Victoria and is currently completing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University. She takes an evidence-based approach that draws on theories rooted in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered Therapy.

Kelly brings experience working with children, youth, and families, in community, school, and in-patient environments. Using a compassionate, strengths-based approach to therapy, Kelly’s goal is to foster meaningful connection and curiosity that evokes personal growth and empowerment. As a trained yoga instructor, Kelly is passionate about incorporating mindfulness and movement into her integrative therapeutic approach. She looks forward to walking with you on your journey!

Kelly enjoys Pilates, baking, and golden retrievers.

04/01/2023

When you walk through our doors, you will be greeted with a friendly welcome in a safe and relaxing space. We have dedicated rooms for adult, youth and child therapy.

03/11/2023

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03/06/2023

All individuals and families will benefit from counselling by addressing their unique life experiences, hardships and challenges. We are here for you every step of the way.

02/26/2023

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