Frances Ardron
SaveHi! I’m Frances. I have recently moved to the Comox Valley, and am happy to be offering both online and in-person therapy at Seahorse Counselling. I have a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Toronto, and 14 years of counselling experience as a registered CCC.
I really enjoy working with pre-teens, teens and young adults, but welcome clients of all ages.
I spent most of my counselling career in a more clinical setting, as the “Adolescent Specialist Counsellor” in a hospital, working with skilled psychiatrists treating a wide variety of mental health challenges facing teens and young adults. I found myself veering away from the hospital setting and into the schools, to meet youth where they were more comfortable, and did mental health & addictions counselling in several high schools and for the Restorative Justice Program, before opening a private practice.
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I specialize in working with anxiety, including OCD, panic disorders and phobias. I also help clients struggling with emotional regulation, anger, and substance misuse or addiction (including behavioural addictions- gambling, gaming etc.). I am an avid equestrian and another niche of mine is anxiety management & sports psychology for equestrians. I have done presentations for Pony Clubs and other equestrian groups with great feedback. Along with addressing life's challenges, I enjoy helping clients connect with their passions, sense of purpose, maintain healthy relationships, and get tools for life to help maintain mental and emotional wellness.
I believe that a comfortable and trusting therapeutic relationship is important to any counselling work, and I offer a friendly, non-judgemental approach. We'll go at your pace, and work through life’s challenges and towards your goals in a collaborative way. I use a multi-modality approach, tailoring therapy to each client’s preferences.
Please see modalities I am trained in below:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Levels 1 & 2
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
- Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Mindfulness & Guided Meditation
- Addictions Counselling & Harm Reduction
I look forward to meeting you!
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Please let your counsellor know if you prefer an online or phone session.
Please let your counsellor know if you would prefer a session online, by phone, or by text
Please let your counsellor know if you would prefer an online or phone session.
Free 20-30 minute consultation for your first visit. Please let your counsellor know if you prefer an online or phone session.
Free 30 minute consultation is offered for your first visit.
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Mid-Life Transitions for Women: Victoria BC Feeling a little stuck, wondering what now?, or facing shifts like changing roles, empty nesting, loss, or aging? You are not alone. Foster a sense of community and shared support. Provide practical tools for navigating life's changes. Gain insight into yourself and what may be holding you back. Explore opportunities for growth to curate your next chapter. October 18 - 10:30-12:30 pm In person - Cook Street Activity Centre, 380 Cook Street, Cook Street Village, Victoria
Be Present, Be Calm, Be You Counselling Group. Join us and enjoy four sessions exploring fun, inner calm and balance. Stay Grounded, Calm the Nervous System and Cultivate A Sense Of Well-being. No experience necessary. Wednesdays, October 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Seahorse Counselling and Psychotherapy 102-1509 Cliff Ave, Courtenay
Together we will watch a 50-60 minute recording of a session with you working with a client to review and discuss. This longer appointment is best for discussing more challenging sessions. Please be sure to have the client's consent.
This is a review of a 20 minute recording of you working with a client that we will watch together, for clinical feedback and suggestions, Please make sure you have your client's consent.
3 one-hour sessions + report
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Weather dependent.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Weather dependent.
Women's Midlife Discussion Group. In-person group on last Wednesday of the month, 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Maximum 6 participants. Location - #205 – 1095 McKenzie Ave., Victoria, BC
Workshop group 9 participants March 28, 2026 - 10:30-12:30 pm In person - Cook Street Activity Centre, 380 Cook Street, Cook Street Village, Victoria
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