Expert Youth Behavioural Therapy Services in Canada
Choose Melissa Davies, a Registered Clinical Counsellor with BC license #21936 and Master’s degree from Athabasca University, who brings over eight years of holistic healing experience to her clinical practice. She’s uniquely qualified as both a trauma specialist working with Indigenous communities through the First Nations Health Authority and a certified Reiki Master and Reflexologist. This rare combination means you get evidence-based therapy like CBT and DBT integrated with proven holistic approaches. You’ll work with someone who understands that healing happens on multiple levels and has the credentials to address your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing in one comprehensive treatment plan.
Get the flexibility you need with 50 or 90-minute sessions available in-person in Nanaimo, online, or by phone across British Columbia. Melissa offers direct billing with most extended health plans, removing financial barriers to your care. Her specialized training in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions means you’re working with an expert who has successfully helped clients achieve measurable symptom reduction using standardized assessment tools. Start with a free 15-minute consultation to ensure the right fit, then begin with a thorough 50-minute intake session where you’ll develop your personalized treatment plan combining the most effective therapeutic approaches for your specific situation.
We Understand That Life’s Challenges Can Feel Overwhelming, and You Don’t Have to Face Them Alone
When anxiety keeps you awake at night, depression feels like a heavy weight, or trauma from the past continues to affect your present, finding the right support makes all the difference. At Bee Here Counselling and Therapy, Melissa Davies brings over 15 years of healing experience as a Registered Clinical Counsellor, combining evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy with holistic practices including Reiki and somatic therapy. This unique integration addresses your mental, emotional, and physical well-being in one supportive space.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief and loss, our client-centred approach means your treatment plan is built around your specific needs and cultural background. We welcome clients from all cultural backgrounds and provide specialized support for Indigenous families through our First Nations Health Authority provider status. Sessions are available in person, online, or by phone, with flexible 50-minute or 90-minute options that fit your schedule.
What makes our approach different is the focus on building genuine connection and trust first. Research shows the therapeutic relationship has the greatest impact on healing outcomes. You’ll work collaboratively with someone who understands that lasting change happens when you feel truly heard, respected, and empowered to discover your own strengths and resilience.
What Is Youth Behavioural Therapy?
Individual counselling is one-on-one therapy where you work privately with a trained counsellor to address mental health concerns, emotional challenges, and life difficulties. At Bee Here Counselling and Therapy in Nanaimo, BC, individual counselling provides a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings. You’ll receive personalized support tailored to your unique needs.
This type of therapy helps with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship problems, and life transitions. Short sessions focus on immediate concerns. Longer conversations allow deeper exploration of patterns and healing. Sometimes you might need both approaches as your needs change over time.
Your counsellor uses evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to change unhelpful thought patterns, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for emotional regulation, and mindfulness techniques for present-moment awareness. Art therapy and somatic approaches that connect mind and body may also support your healing process.
Sessions are collaborative. You and your counsellor work together to identify goals, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. The therapeutic relationship forms the foundation for positive change, creating trust and connection that supports your growth.
Individual counselling at Bee Here Counselling serves clients across British Columbia through secure online sessions, phone consultations, and in-person appointments in Nanaimo. Indigenous clients receive culturally responsive care that honours traditional healing practices alongside modern therapeutic approaches.
Ready to begin your healing process? Contact Bee Here Counselling and Therapy today to schedule your individual counselling session and take the first step toward improved mental health and wellbeing.
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Benefits of Our Youth Behavioural Therapy
Immediate Relief from Overwhelming Emotions
Within your first few sessions, you'll experience a noticeable shift from feeling emotionally overwhelmed to gaining practical control over your daily stress and anxiety. Through personalized coping strategies and mindfulness techniques, clients often report sleeping better, feeling less on edge, and managing difficult situations with newfound clarity rather than being consumed by them. This early emotional stabilization creates the foundation for deeper healing while providing the immediate breathing room you need to function more effectively in your relationships, work, and personal life. You'll leave each session with concrete tools that work specifically for your unique circumstances, helping you navigate challenges with confidence instead of feeling helpless or stuck.
Develop Lasting Emotional Resilience and Coping Skills
Through evidence-based approaches like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, you'll build a comprehensive toolkit of practical strategies that serve you long after therapy ends. These aren't temporary fixes—they're life-changing skills that help you navigate future challenges with confidence and stability. You'll learn to regulate intense emotions, manage stress effectively, and respond to difficult situations from a place of strength rather than reactivity. This emotional resilience becomes the foundation for sustained well-being, allowing you to maintain healthier relationships, make clearer decisions, and experience greater peace in your daily life.
Discover Your Authentic Self and Life Purpose
Individual counselling at Bee Here Counselling creates space for profound self-discovery that extends far beyond symptom relief. Through our holistic approach integrating mind, body, and spirit practices like Reiki, mindfulness, and somatic therapy, you'll uncover your authentic self and reconnect with what truly matters to you. This deeper understanding transforms how you show up in the world—in your relationships, career, and daily choices. As you align with your core values and purpose, you'll experience a renewed sense of meaning that guides you toward a life of greater fulfilment and intentional living.
Trackable Progress Through Evidence-Based Measurement
Your healing journey becomes tangible through structured progress tracking that shows real improvement over time. We use standardized assessment tools—like questionnaires that measure depression and anxiety levels—to create clear benchmarks at the start of counselling and monitor your growth throughout our work together. These measurements help you see concrete evidence of positive changes in your daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being. Rather than wondering if therapy is working, you'll have objective data showing how your symptoms are decreasing and your quality of life is improving, empowering you to celebrate meaningful milestones and stay motivated on your path to wellness.
Building Lifelong Skills for Sustained Growth
Individual counselling at Bee Here Counselling empowers you with transformative tools that extend far beyond our sessions together. You'll develop deep self-awareness and emotional intelligence that becomes your compass for navigating life's inevitable challenges with confidence and grace. These evidence-based skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, and resilient thinking patterns become part of who you are—creating lasting change that supports your wellbeing for years to come. As you continue your journey, you'll discover an inner strength and wisdom that allows you to thrive independently, knowing you have the resources within yourself to maintain growth, heal from future difficulties, and create the meaningful life you envision.
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Like bees that find their way home, we all seek a place of comfort and belonging. At Bee Here Counselling and Therapy, we create that safe space where you can simply ‘Be’ – authentically yourself. Together, we’ll explore your path to healing, pollinating your life with new perspectives and nurturing growth one step at a time. We serve Youth Behavioural Therapy to anyone within the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, Saskatchewan or Ontario with multiple types of insurances accepted and covered.
Our Process for Youth Behavioural Therapy
Initial Contact and Consultation
- Begin with a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and concerns in a pressure-free environment. This conversation helps determine if Bee Here Counselling feels like the right fit for your healing journey.
- Choose your preferred connection method for both the consultation and future sessions—whether in-person at our welcoming Nanaimo location, online from the comfort of your home, or by phone for maximum flexibility.
- Share as much or as little as feels comfortable during this initial conversation. There's no expectation to reveal everything right away. This time is simply about getting acquainted and addressing any questions about the counselling process.
- Receive clear information about session options, including both 50-minute and 90-minute formats, scheduling availability, and insurance coverage through extended health benefits with direct billing options available.
- Experience Melissa's trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach firsthand. You'll immediately sense the safe, non-judgmental space where your unique background and experiences are honoured and respected.
- Leave the consultation with a clear understanding of next steps, including how to book your first full session if you choose to move forward. No commitment is required—this conversation is entirely about your comfort and clarity.
- Feel reassured knowing that confidentiality begins from this very first contact. Your privacy and emotional safety are protected throughout every interaction, creating the foundation for trust and healing.
Assessment and Intake: Building Your Personalized Path Forward
- Complete a comprehensive intake questionnaire covering your personal history, current concerns, and wellness goals in a safe, non-judgmental environment
- Participate in a collaborative discussion about your unique experiences, cultural background, and what brought you to seek support at this time
- Work together to identify your strengths, challenges, and preferred approaches to healing through gentle conversation and standardized wellness questionnaires
- Explore brief screening tools that help us understand symptoms of depression, anxiety, or trauma - these simple questionnaires provide valuable insights without feeling overwhelming
- Establish clear, achievable goals that reflect your values and vision for positive change, ensuring our work together aligns with what matters most to you
- Develop a customized treatment plan that may integrate mindfulness, cognitive behavioural approaches, somatic therapy, or holistic practices like Reiki based on your preferences
- Discuss practical details including session frequency, format options (in-person, online, or phone), and how we'll track your progress throughout our therapeutic journey
- Receive transparent information about confidentiality, cultural safety practices, and how your insurance coverage or FNHA benefits can support your healing process
Step 3: Active Treatment Phase
- Weekly therapeutic sessions with structured check-ins, focused therapeutic work using CBT, DBT, mindfulness, or somatic approaches, and collaborative wrap-up discussions to reinforce progress
- Personalized homework assignments including mindfulness practices, thought tracking exercises, gratitude journaling, and creative expression activities tailored to your specific goals and comfort level
- Regular progress monitoring through informal mood and anxiety assessments, goal review discussions, and collaborative adjustments to ensure your treatment remains effective and responsive to your needs
- Skill-building focus on emotional regulation techniques, stress management strategies, communication skills, and coping mechanisms that you can apply in daily life situations
- Between-session support with grounding techniques, breathwork practices, self-care planning, and crisis management strategies to maintain stability and growth outside of sessions
- Treatment plan flexibility allowing for session frequency adjustments, approach modifications, and goal refinements based on your progress, feedback, and changing life circumstances
- Client empowerment emphasis through collaborative decision-making, strength identification, self-advocacy skill development, and increasing your confidence in managing mental health independently
Progress & Completion
- Regular progress reviews using standardized questionnaires that measure depression, anxiety, and overall functioning help track your healing journey and celebrate meaningful improvements in your daily life
- Completion planning begins when you've achieved your therapeutic goals and developed sustainable coping strategies, with flexible timelines that honour your unique pace of growth and recovery
- Maintenance sessions offered monthly or quarterly provide ongoing support during life transitions, helping you apply learned skills to new challenges while preventing relapse into old patterns
- Follow-up check-ins at three, six, and twelve months ensure lasting change takes root, offering reassurance that your progress continues and providing brief tune-ups when needed
- Crisis support remains available even after completion, creating a safety net that allows you to move forward with confidence knowing professional help is accessible during difficult times
- Referral coordination connects you with community resources, support groups, or specialized services that complement your therapeutic gains and support your continued wellness journey
- Skill reinforcement sessions focus on strengthening the tools you've learned, ensuring that mindfulness practices, communication techniques, and emotional regulation strategies become second nature in your daily routine
- Graduation from therapy represents not an ending but a transformation—you leave equipped with deep self-awareness, practical skills, and the knowledge that healing is possible, sustainable, and yours to maintain
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