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TRAUMA COUNSELLING | EMDR THERAPY | EMDR CONSULTATION


In-person in Crofton, Duncan, Chemainus and surrounding areas. Online across Vancouver Island & BC.

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Hi, I’m Maxine (she/her) — a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified EMDR Therapist. I help adults who are navigating the impact of unresolved trauma to process painful experiences, reduce emotional overwhelm, and rebuild a sense of safety. My goal is to help you feel more calm, confident, and connected in your life.

With over 30 years of experience supporting individuals, youth, and families in both non-profit and private practice, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can begin to understand and heal the root causes of your pain to create lasting change.

Meet Maxine

How I can Help

  • Heal from Trauma

    Find relief from anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and emotional pain rooted in past experiences.

  • Reconnect

    Rebuild trust, confidence, and connection — with yourself and others.

  • Find Lasting Change

    Move beyond coping toward deeper healing and self-compassion.

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My Approach

I believe healing comes through building a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship. My approach is:

  • Holistic and personalized — honouring your unique culture, identity, story, strengths, and challenges

  • Collaborative — we work together to set goals and pace therapy to your needs

I draw from EMDR, attachment-based, somatic, and nervous-system-informed practices to help you safely and effectively heal the wounds that keep you feeling stuck. We focus on lasting change — not just symptom relief.

My work supports adults navigating:

  • The long-term effects of complex (C-PTSD) and childhood trauma, including abuse, neglect, and sexual trauma

  •  Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Anxiety, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm

  • Self-Esteem, relational and identity challenges

“You can’t go back to change the beginning but you can start where you are and change the ending.”
— C.S. Lewis

You Deserve to Heal

Therapy is a courageous step toward living more fully and authentically. If you’re ready to begin your healing journey, I invite you to reach out and schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.

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