Victoria, BC · In-Person & Online Counselling
Natasha Carville, RCC – Trauma-Informed Counselling & EMDR in Victoria, BC
Compassionate support for anxiety, trauma, grief, relationships and life's difficult transitions.
Meet Natasha
Feeling Overwhelmed, Stuck, or Not Quite Like Yourself?
Sometimes life feels heavier than we expected. Whether you're carrying the weight of past experiences, navigating anxiety or grief, or struggling in your relationships, you deserve a space where you can feel heard, understood and supported.
I'm Natasha Carville, a Registered Clinical Counsellor in Victoria, BC. My approach is compassionate, respectful and non-judgmental, with an emphasis on creating a space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and move toward meaningful change.
- Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
- BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
- RCC #17837
- Master's in Counselling · University of Victoria
- In Practice Since 2016
- In-Person Counselling
Fridays, 9am–5pm · Victoria, BC
- By Phone or Online
Available on other days · Across British Columbia
- Getting Started
Free 20-minute initial consultation
Ask questions and see whether working together feels right.
You Deserve Support
When Life Feels Heavy, You Don't Have to Carry It Alone
Maybe you've been holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside.
Perhaps past experiences are affecting how you feel today. You may be navigating a loss, feeling disconnected in your relationships, or struggling to move forward after something difficult.
You might recognize yourself in some of these experiences:
- Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted
- Carrying the impact of trauma or painful past experiences
- Struggling with grief, loss or significant life changes
- Experiencing relationship difficulties or recurring patterns
- Feeling stuck, disconnected or uncertain about your next steps
You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
Counselling can provide a supportive space to explore what you're experiencing, better understand yourself and begin making meaningful changes at your own pace.
I feel deeply grateful to hold space for the courageous people I have the privilege of supporting.It is an honour to walk alongside clients as they navigate challenges, build on their strengths and move toward meaningful change.
Professional Bio
Meet Natasha: A Compassionate Approach to Counselling
I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship can be an important part of meaningful change. Building trust through compassion, respect, kindness, and non-judgment is at the heart of how I approach counselling.
Born and raised on beautiful Vancouver Island, I have happily called Victoria home for more than 20 years. I completed my Master's in Counselling at the University of Victoria and have worked in both private-practice and non-profit settings since 2016.
My approach is holistic, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to meet each person where they are, while creating a supportive space to explore difficult experiences, relationships, emotions, and patterns.
Throughout my professional experience, I have supported adults, teens, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, and other difficult experiences.
I believe that when people are supported in recognizing their strengths, meaningful change becomes possible. Together, we can build practical coping and communication skills while working toward greater balance and well-being.
Areas of Support
What Natasha Can Help With
Every person's experiences are different. Natasha offers counselling tailored to your needs, concerns and goals.
- Anxiety & Stress
- Trauma & Difficult Past Experiences
- Grief & Loss
- Depression & Mood Disorders
- Relationship Challenges
- Life Transitions
- Substance Misuse
- Violence & Abuse
- Women's Concerns
- Communication & Conflict Resolution
Learn more about our grief counselling services and counselling in Victoria, BC.
Trauma-Informed Support
EMDR Therapy in Victoria, BC
Sometimes, experiences from the past continue to affect how we feel in the present. Distressing memories, difficult emotions and trauma-related responses can make everyday life feel challenging.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach used to help people process distressing memories and reduce trauma-related distress.
Natasha may incorporate EMDR when clinically appropriate, alongside other trauma-informed approaches tailored to each person's needs, preferences and goals.
There is no pressure to share everything at once. Counselling begins with understanding your experiences and finding an approach that feels manageable for you.
Exploring Whether EMDR Is Right for You
If past experiences continue to affect your emotional well-being, you may be wondering whether EMDR could help.
During an initial consultation, you can ask Natasha about her approach to trauma-informed counselling, how EMDR may fit into treatment and what getting started might look like.
Ask Natasha About EMDRTherapeutic Perspective
How Natasha Works
I work from a holistic, trauma-informed, biopsychosocial and strengths-based perspective.
- Holistic
- Trauma-Informed
- Biopsychosocial
- Strengths-Based
I believe that with guidance, change can happen when people recognize their strengths. Together, we can develop coping, communication and conflict-resolution skills, work toward personal goals and move toward greater balance.
Client Populations
Who Natasha Works With
- Adults
- Teens
- Couples
- Families
Counselling Approaches & Modalities
Tailored to Each Client
Depending on each client's needs, I may incorporate elements of:
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Professional Credentials
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and hold a Master's in Counselling from the University of Victoria.
RCC #17837
Outside the Counselling Space
Outside the counselling space, I enjoy practising Pilates, baking, reading and spending as much time in nature as possible with my partner and our dog.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Counselling With Natasha
Does Natasha offer in-person counselling in Victoria?
Yes. Natasha offers in-person counselling in Victoria, BC, on Fridays from 9am to 5pm. Phone and online appointments are available on other days.
Does Natasha provide EMDR therapy?
Natasha incorporates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as one of her therapeutic approaches when clinically appropriate. You can ask about EMDR during a free initial consultation.
Can I book a free consultation before starting counselling?
Yes. Natasha offers a free 20-minute initial consultation to ask questions, learn about her approach and explore whether working together feels like the right fit. The consultation is not a counselling session.
Can I see Natasha if I live outside Victoria?
Yes. Natasha offers online counselling throughout British Columbia, as well as in-person appointments in Victoria.
Who does Natasha work with?
Natasha has experience supporting adults, teens, couples and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges and life transitions.
Your First Step
You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone
Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, especially when you're already carrying so much.
Whether you're working through past experiences, feeling overwhelmed by the present, or hoping to create meaningful change in your life, Natasha offers a compassionate space to begin.
Your first step can be a simple conversation.
Book a free 20-minute consultation to meet Natasha, ask questions and explore whether working together feels right.
Book a Free Consultation With NatashaIn-person counselling in Victoria · Online throughout British Columbia
Interested in Working With Natasha?
Natasha offers compassionate, trauma-informed counselling in person in Victoria, BC, as well as online throughout British Columbia.
A free 20-minute consultation gives you an opportunity to meet Natasha, ask questions, and see whether working together feels like the right fit.
Book a Free Consultation With Natasha