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I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen and heard. I bring warmth, compassion and evidence-informed care to help clients navigate life challenges with resilience and hope. My hope is that every client leaves therapy feeling a little lighter, understood and connected to themselves.
Seeking support can feel like a big step, and I’m glad you’re here. My hope is to offer you a space where you feel genuinely seen, heard and accepted- just as you are. I believe that healing happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship built on compassion, curiosity, and collaboration. You are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences, explore what matters most to you, and work towards meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply being overwhelmed, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel supported, understood and empowered to move forward in the life you want.
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Over the past 7 years, I have had the privilege of supporting children, adolescents, adults and families across a variety of clinical, educational, hospital, and community settings. My work has included school counselling, hospital-based mental health services, substance addiction, and counselling within indigenous communities. These experiences have deepened my understanding of how culture, relationships, systems, and life experiences shape each person’s journey. I have supported clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional regulation and substance use. I am committed to providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed care and recognize the importance of learning from the communities I serve.
When we work together, you can expect a space where you feel welcome, respected, and supported, free from judgment. We will work collaboratively to understand your experiences, explore patterns that may be holding you back, and identify strengths that can support your growth and healing. I bring compassion, curiosity, authenticity, and openness to each session, while honouring that you are the expert in your own life. Together, we will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you, creating space for reflection, self-understanding, and meaningful change.
Areas of Focus
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Grief and Loss
Addictions and Substance Use
Relationship Challenges
Emotional Regulation
Child and Youth Counselling
Couples and Families
Indigenous Counselling
Stress Management
Self Esteem
Building Resilience
Conflict Resolution
Anger Management
Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centred Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Narrative Therapy
Psychoeducation
Age ranges served: Ages 10+
Session types: Individual adults, youth, couples, and families, online and in-person.
Email: merlyn.baby@islandclinicalcounselling.ca
Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 103
Text: (250) 412-0209
Fees: $150-165 per session
BCACC 28341
Location: Merlyn works Downtown on Tuesday and Friday evenings, and in North Nanaimo on Saturdays and Sundays.
Services & prices
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Connect with peers who can relate to the shared experience of having separated parents. Together we can share our experiences, support one another, and learn coping tools to support ourselves with family changes. Join us as we learn and grow together. Ages 9+
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder impacts the entire family system. Family accommodation, burn out, and frustration with limited services are the typical experiences family's report when they have a child with OCD. Join us in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for a time of sharing and listening as parents come together to encourage and problem solve together. Facilitated by a clinical counsellor, this group is for individuals who have children of any age with OCD like tendencies. It is an opportunity caregivers to come together and realize that they are not alone.
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Join us on exciting adventures set in the fantastical world of Dungeons and Dragons (DnD) and work on key skills such as: · Communication skills · Problem-solving skills · Cognitive flexibility & perspective taking · Regulation Skills · Self-efficacy and social confidence Key themes to expect from the group include: · A Neurodiversity-affirming and welcoming group · Collaborative narrative-driven experiences where youth have the opportunity to help develop and actively shape their world – sometimes literally! · Lego enhanced: modular-based dynamic game-board topography including elements of verticality! · Everyone heard - it takes team work to make the dream work! · An emphasis on providing a safe and developmentally informed experience for everyone. Please join us to learn and grow together as a group in a dynamic environment that promotes practical real-life social experiences and skills while keeping things fun! No previous DnD experience is required, but is certainly welcome!
A small, therapist-facilitated D&D group where clients build social confidence, resilience, and connection through collaborative gameplay. In a supportive 4-person setting, members practise communication, emotional regulation, perspective-taking, and social problem-solving while exploring identity and learning to navigate real-time interpersonal challenges.
Neurodivergent Life Skills Counselling: Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADH) and autism face distinctive challenges when it comes to everyday tasks. This series of workshops delves into topics that are particularly relevant to these experiences. It has been developed by a neurodivergent counsellor who aims to create a supportive space for the broader community, especially for those late discovered or questioning their ADH or autism. This program assists adults with ADH and autism to understand how these conditions can impact their lives. Everyone is welcome: diagnosed, questioning, or folks who want to support others who are neurodiverse. This is a neurodiverse affirming workshop series that aims to increase self-acceptance and coping skills in a world not designed for neurodivergent brains. Upcoming Schedule: Jan 20: Managing Chores and Shame Feb 17: All about energy balance March 17: Effective communication April 14: Food and sleep differences May 12: financial planning and impulsivity
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an evidence based form of psychotherapy that utilizes back and forth eye movements that are combined with a technique called voluntary memory/image replacement. This is used to help clients address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, addiction and many other mental and physical conditions. Together they work to re-program the way in which the destressing images and memories are stored in the brain so that they no longer trigger strong physical and emotional reactions in your body.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an evidence based form of psychotherapy that utilizes back and forth eye movements that are combined with a technique called voluntary memory/image replacement. This is used to help clients address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, addiction and many other mental and physical conditions. Together they work to re-program the way in which the destressing images and memories are stored in the brain so that they no longer trigger strong physical and emotional reactions in your body.
A low cost option for EMDR. Please note, individuals are currently training for EMDR and not certified with EMDRIA.
*Ages 3-5 years old* (age or developmental level) Come develop and practice important social skills such as sharing, collaborating, and turn- taking in this play-based, social group for kids. Enjoy fun games and activities as we will grow friendships, make memories, and develop powerful skills and abilities to thrive socially!! Neurodivergent and diverse ability friendly.
15 minute initial consultation for clients to enquire about potential services. You will receive a link in your email a few minutes prior to the start of your appointment.
This appointment is for counsellors that provide clinical supervision to other counsellors. Supervision of Supervision is an opportunity to discuss supervision cases in a highly confidential way. Supervision allows supervisors an opportunity to understand factors that are impacting their work (personality clashes, values clashes, transference/countertransference, difficult cases) and learn new skills and intervention strategies for their work
15 minute initial consultation for clients to enquire about potential services. You will receive a phone call from your clinician.
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