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EMDR Therapy
 

​EMDR therapy helps you heal from trauma, anxiety, and distressing life experiences. Using guided techniques, our trained counsellors support you in processing difficult memories safely, reducing their emotional impact, and fostering resilience, growth, and lasting emotional well-being. 

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Clinical Counsellor

Erin Ticknor MACP, RCC

Erin (she/her) is an approachable and down-to-earth counsellor with a passion for connecting with clients through authenticity, compassion, and humour. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication, Art, and Technology from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University. Erin values the courage and self-awareness that clients already possess when they decide to pursue counselling. Erin acknowledges that relationships and environments strongly influence our emotional experiences and integrates this perspective into her client work. Her areas of focus include occupational trauma, stress management, burnout, family and organizational dynamics, and navigating significant life changes. With experience supporting healthcare workers and first responders, she offers a safe, confidential, and culturally informed space where clients can work to renew themselves, their relationships, and their connection to life. Erin offers talk therapy informed by DBT, ACT, and Bowen Family Systems Theory. Erin also offers EMDR therapy.

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Clinical Counsellor

Keva Glynn MACP, MHA, RCC

​Keva brings a calm, curious, and creative presence to her practice. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, she provides in-person and online counselling to both individuals and couples. Her areas of specialization include life transitions, processing traumatic experiences, and navigating challenging relationships at work or at home. Keva recognizes that depression, anxiety, and substance use are often interconnected with these core issues and works to address the whole picture. With specialized training in both trauma and relationships, she partners with you using proven methods to identify unhelpful patterns in your thoughts and behaviors, then works alongside you to change them and build the life you want. Some of her therapeutic approaches include EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy, the Gottman Couples Method, Somatic Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy. Keva is particularly passionate about working with 2SLGBTQ+ clients. When she’s not working, Keva enjoys sports of all sorts, wild-gardening, writing poems, and spending time with her family.

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Clinical Counsellor

Danielle McCann MACP, M.Ed, RCC

Danielle (she/her) recognizes the uniqueness of each person's story. She aims to provide an empathic space where clients can process thoughts and feelings, increase their capacity to cope with challenges and make meaningful changes. Using a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, Danielle draws from Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Hope-Action Theory (HAT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). She also offers EMDR therapy. Danielle supports clients who come to counselling for a wide range of concerns including managing acute post- traumatic stress responses, PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, parenting and family concerns, career decision-making, burnout, and eco/climate distress. Danielle is an active member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association's Climate Informed Counsellors Chapter. She holds a Master of Education (M.Ed) in career development from the University of Southern Queensland and a Master of Arts (MA) in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. 

EMDR has been shown to be highly effective for:
 

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Anxiety and panic

  • Depression

  • Grief and loss

  • Childhood trauma

  • Phobias

  • Stress from difficult life experiences
     

Many people who have tried other forms of therapy find that EMDR allows them to experience deeper healing and relief.

What to Expect in an EMDR Session

Your counsellor will work with you at your own pace, creating a safe environment for processing memories and emotions. Sessions may include:

  • Building coping strategies and grounding techniques

  • Identifying the memories or experiences causing distress

  • Using eye movements, tapping, or sounds to activate the brain’s natural healing process

  • Processing memories in a way that reduces emotional intensity and helps you move forward

You remain fully in control during the process, and your counsellor will guide you with care and compassion.

EMDR at South Island Counselling

We are proud to offer EMDR with Erin Ticknor, RCC, Danielle McCann, RCC and Keva Glynn, RCC who are specially trained in this therapy approach. Whether you’re seeking relief from past trauma, ongoing anxiety, or distressing experiences, EMDR may be a path toward healing and resilience.

Take the Next Step

If you’re considering EMDR and wondering if it’s the right fit, we encourage you to connect with us. You can email info@southislandcounselling.org or apply online using the form below.​

About EMDR Therapy

What is EMDR?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured form of therapy that helps people heal from trauma and distressing life experiences. It works by using guided eye movements (or other forms of bilateral stimulation) while recalling difficult memories, which helps the brain reprocess them in a healthier way. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR focuses less on detailed discussion of the past and more on helping your brain “unstick” from the painful memories that continue to affect your present. Click here to learn more about our other approaches.

Who Can Benefit from EMDR?

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Intake Form

Welcome to our online registration for EMDR. Sessions are $140 for 50 minutes.

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South Island Counselling uses the Jane App System to process payments. You will be required to enter in a  credit card or visa/MC debit to pay for your sessions . Your payment method must be set up in the Jane App system either before or during your first appointment. All payments will then be processed at the end of each counselling session by your counsellor. We do not accept e-transfers. 

Please read our disclaimer:
South Island Counselling is a non-profit organization attempting to alleviate the immense need for affordable mental health services. We will not tolerate any harassment, hostility, or any form of aggression or abuse towards any of the counsellors or staff at any time. If we feel a client or potential client has committed any of the above, we will not provide counselling services.

Our Mission

is to strengthen mental, emotional and spiritual health in our community by providing excellent, professional and affordable counselling and training.

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Learn more about us here.

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3821A Cedar Hill Cross Rd.

Victoria, BC V8P 2M6

Tel: 250-472-2851

Fax: 250-472-2815

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We acknowledge with respect the beautiful and traditional territories of the Lekwungen People, who are now known as the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.

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