Hello, my name is Breanne Charles (she/her) and I am passionate about creating a supportive, professional, and genuinely caring space where you can feel safe to explore what may be holding you back from living the life you want. Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, and my hope is that our work together feels steady, respectful, and empowering.

I use an integrative approach to therapy, which means I draw from a variety of evidence-based practices so that our work is tailored specifically to you. Together, we can focus on practical tools to help you manage ongoing symptoms such as anxiety, stress, or sleep challenges, while also gently exploring deeper patterns to create meaningful, lasting change.

My primary approaches include Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic (body-based) techniques. I also incorporate mindfulness and compassion practices, creative exercises such as art therapy, and personality exploration tools like the Enneagram when helpful. Every session is adapted to your unique goals, strengths, and values.

I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling from Athabasca University and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I have additional training in trauma-informed practice, response-based practice, cultural safety, and burnout prevention.

Much of my professional experience has been supporting women who have experienced intimate partner violence, and I have worked with individuals across the lifespan—from teens to seniors. I commonly support clients with concerns such as anxiety, insomnia, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, life transitions, chronic illness, self-image, emotional regulation, and stress.

If you are looking for a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported while building practical skills and deeper self-awareness, I would be honoured to work with you.

I am currently accepting new clients and look forward to meeting you.

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I am currently accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy sessions, available both in person and online.

To share a bit about my background, I hold a master’s degree in counselling from Providence University and Seminary in Manitoba. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC-ACS) and an Approved Clinical Supervisor with the BCACC (BC Association of Clinical Counsellors), along with being a Certified Professional Counsellor (CPC) with PACCP. Additionally, I proudly belong to both the Canadian and American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.

Originally from Victoria, BC, I recently returned to the island with my family after spending many years in Calgary and 12 years as a missionary counsellor in Rwanda, Africa, where I established a Counselling and Training Centre in Kigali.

With over 20 years of clinical experience in various counselling, training, and supervision roles, I am dedicated to being an empathetic and engaged listener. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges that affect their daily lives. As a counsellor, I am honored to walk alongside you, guiding you in navigating your concerns and uncovering resources to support you on this journey.

My goal is to create a safe space where you can be authentically yourself. I believe that developing a strong therapeutic relationship is essential for emotional and psychological healing. My clients are the experts in their own lives and should be in the driver’s seat during therapy.

Counselling is a journey, not a destination, and I recognize that each person requires an individualized approach. I utilize an integrated method in my practice, combining person-centred, attachment-based, and emotion-focused techniques. My areas of expertise include couples therapy Victoria, pre-marital counselling, identity issues, mental health, cross-cultural living, and spirituality. Additionally, I am an Enneagram Accredited Practitioner.

I look forward to connecting with you soon and beginning our work together at Horizons Counselling!

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