Ocean Johnston

Growing up as the eldest daughter in a family shaped by intergenerational trauma, I developed an early sensitivity to how individuals and systems navigate both harm and resilience. With the support of safe attachment figures, I learned to find empowerment and meaning despite life’s challenges, and those lessons now guide how I support others.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. My clinical approach is deeply informed by attachment-based therapies, and I integrate EMDR to help clients navigate complex trauma, substance use, grief, and gender-based violence.

My background includes supporting neurodivergent children and families, as well as working with young adults facing homelessness and major life transitions. This experience has shaped a therapeutic lens that honours the complexities of power, privilege, and our shared humanity.

For me, therapy is a dedicated space where you can explore your true self with someone who offers wholehearted acceptance and care. I bring a sense of compassionate curiosity to every session, acting as a committed passenger as we navigate your unique journey of triumphs and challenges together. My goal is to help you connect with the inner strengths and values that are already within you.

Outside the therapy room, I find a lot of meaning in my roles as a sister, daughter, and proud auntie. I am most likely to be found curled up with my cat and a good book, walking along local coastal trails, or wandering the aisles of a craft store looking for inspiration for my next project. These moments of connection and creativity help me stay grounded and curious in my own life.