Bee Here, Bee Heard, Bee healed.
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Your healing deserves a whole person approach.
Your healing deserves a whole-person approach. My practice combines evidence-based approaches with gentle somatic techniques that honour the connection between physical and emotional well-being. I believe true transformation happens when we address both.
Bee present. Bee authentic. Bee yourself.
Welcome to Bee Here Counselling & Therapy
Safety and Respect
Client-Centered Approach
Culturally Responsive Care
Anti-Oppressive Practice
I’m Melissa Davies, a Clinical Counsellor dedicated to helping people heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves. Before becoming a counsellor, I ran a successful wellness business in Vernon, B.C., offering Reflexology and Reiki. This holistic work deepened my understanding of how trauma is held in the body and inspired my focus on somatic healing. After moving to Vancouver Island, I began my clinical work at Island Community Counselling in Nanaimo, supporting children, youth, and adults using play-based and mindfulness approaches.
I’ve since worked extensively with individuals impacted by trauma—including intergenerational trauma in Indigenous communities. I also have experience working in a residential recovery centre, where I facilitated Dialectical Behaviour Therapy groups and psychoeducational courses to support individuals on their healing journey from addiction. My approach remains grounded in trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that honours each client’s unique experience.
Every journey starts with small decision. For us it will be a short call where we will get to know each other.
Why Choose Us
At Bee Here Counselling, I help individuals and families navigate mental health challenges such as anxiety, trauma, addiction, and relationship issues. I specialize in integrating body-based healing practices like meditation, breathwork, and energy techniques to help clients release trauma stored in the body.
Present
I believe in being fully present with each client, creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and validated. This mindful attention allows us to work together at a pace that honours your unique journey.
Connection
I value authentic human connection as the foundation of healing. By building a relationship based on trust and mutual respect, we create the safety needed for meaningful growth and transformation.
Empowerment
My approach centers on helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and strengths. I believe you are the expert of your own experience, and my role is to support you in discovering your path to healing.
Wholeness
I honor the interconnection between mind, body, and spirit. By addressing all aspects of your experience, we can work toward integration and balance that supports lasting wellbeing.
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Words of praise by valued clients
“My daughter feeling comfortable going to counselling has put my mind at ease.”
Melissa has always been so welcoming and warm when working with my daughter through a stressful life transition. My daughter has always been shy, and seeing Melissa was no different at the start, but now she’s excited to get to play with Melissa every time, and can’t wait until her next appointment. Melissa is so flexible and met us where we were at and gradually built up the session to o work for all of us. My daughter feeling comfortable going to counselling has put my mind at ease.
Anonymous
Client
“While others were dismissive, Melissa listened with empathy and took us seriously. My son was only 6 years old when they first met, but he instantly felt comfortable with her.”
My son has been seeing Melissa for a few years after experiencing traumatic life events. We were in a desperate situation. While others were dismissive, Melissa listened with empathy and took us seriously. My son was only 6 years old when they first met, but he instantly felt comfortable with her. He often asks, when do I get to see Melissa next? I know it’s incredibly valuable for his healing and growth to get this ongoing support. I’m so grateful he has a safe person to share with and explore complex feelings. It’s so important as a Mom to know I’ve done my best and Melissa is there for both of us. She is kind, sensitive, intelligent, and intuitive. Most importantly, she’s patient and finds creative ways to connect. I asked my son if he wanted to add something to the testimonial and he said, 5 stars! That sums it up well. Thank you, Melissa! It means a lot to have you on our team. Our family is so appreciative of all you do!
Anonymous
Client
“My daughter feeling comfortable going to counselling has put my mind at ease.”
Melissa has made me feel welcomed and listened to. She has not rushed the approach and remains adaptive, showing her willingness to learn what would work best for me and to understand my challenges
J.H.
Client
"Our family faces complex issues that Melissa is not afraid to take on."
I would highly recommend Melissa as a family and individual counsellor. She made my family feel at ease right from the start. Melissa is flexible with her approach and adapted to my kids’ attention span, making our sessions interactive and engaging. Our family faces complex issues that Melissa is not afraid to take on. I’m extremely grateful for her support.
Anonymous
Client
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