Business Details
23 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Trauma Counselling for Men in Victoria
The Mens* Therapy Centre has been dedicated to supporting men who have experienced trauma, including childhood sexual abuse, for over two decades. Our team of professional counsellors holds advanced degrees in counselling or social work and maintains registration with recognized professional bodies in British Columbia. We employ diverse therapeutic approaches such as Somatic Experiencing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centred methods to provide confidential, supportive care in a safe environment. With a commitment to accessibility, we offer a sliding fee scale to ensure therapy remains affordable for all clients.Our specialized programs address complex trauma, PTSD, and related mental health challenges while maintaining a trauma-informed practice that serves cis, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, 2spirit, queer, and gender-fluid individuals. Through community outreach and professional development training, we work to break down barriers preventing men from seeking help while fostering a more compassionate understanding of trauma's impact.
Services
Individual Counselling
Group Therapy
Victim Services
Youth Crime Reduction
Trauma Recovery
PTSD Treatment
Crisis Support
Community Outreach
Professional Training
Support Groups
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years specializing in male trauma recovery
- Offers sliding fee scale for accessible care
- Provides evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Specializes in childhood sexual abuse treatment
- Maintains trauma-informed practice framework
What people say
Safe environment
Specialized trauma expertise
Compassionate staff
Life-changing support
Gender-inclusive care
Services
Individual Counselling
One-on-one therapy sessions with registered counsellors specializing in trauma recovery. Our professionals use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Somatic Experiencing to address childhood sexual abuse, PTSD, and complex trauma. Sessions typically occur weekly with flexible funding options available through sliding fee scales or external agencies.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions for trauma survivors with subsidized fees. Our Stage I and Stage II Trauma Recovery Groups use evidence-based curricula to address PTSD symptoms and shared trauma experiences. Groups require pre-screening and typically run in September and January with 10-week programs focused on skill-building and peer support.
Victim Services
Free short-term emotional and practical support for trauma survivors. Services include police reporting guidance, court preparation, and Crime Victim Assistance applications. No-cost support available through trained professionals who provide immediate assistance and referrals to ongoing therapy programs.
Youth Crime Reduction
Free 15-week trauma therapy program for young men aged 16-30. Addresses trauma-related criminal behavior through individual counselling and post-program assessments. Funded through civil forfeiture to help participants avoid re-offending while addressing underlying trauma issues.
Community Outreach
Professional development training and community awareness initiatives. Provides education about male trauma impacts to other agencies while breaking down help-seeking barriers. Includes one-day workshops on childhood sexual abuse effects and collaborative approaches to supporting male survivors.
People
Cheryl Bedard
Psychotherapist
30+ years experience in community and government therapy services. Specializes in trauma recovery, depression, and ADHD support. Uses client-centered approach with CBT and mindfulness techniques. Holds MA in Psychology from Wilfred Laurier University.
Dillon Lewchuk
Art Therapist
Certified counsellor and art therapist with expertise in 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy. Integrates cognitive behavioral and narrative therapies with art expression techniques. Completed masters in Montreal and specializes in trauma, parenting, and gender identity issues.
Irvine Harvey
Clinical Counsellor
Registered therapist with masters in counselling psychology from Adler University. Specializes in trauma, anxiety, and indigenous support. Combines cognitive behavioral therapy with trauma-informed practices. Former program manager at social service agencies.
Jeremy Addleman
Project Coordinator
Clinical counsellor with somatic experiencing expertise. Specializes in trauma, PTSD, and grief counselling. Uses emotion-focused and cognitive behavioral approaches. Member of Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association with experience since 2017.
Susan Farr
Clinical Counsellor
Registered therapist with masters in education from University of Victoria. Specializes in trauma recovery using compassionate inquiry and somatic experiencing. Focuses on creating safe therapeutic environments for clients to address complex trauma histories.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual counselling, group therapy, and specialized trauma recovery programs using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Somatic Experiencing.
Are services free or low-cost available?
Our Youth Crime Reduction Program offers free 15-week therapy sessions. We also provide sliding fee scales and subsidized group therapy options for eligible clients.
Do you accept insurance or direct billing?
While we don't offer direct billing, our services qualify for Crime Victim Assistance funding and may be covered by extended health benefits plans requiring registered counsellor documentation.
How do I access crisis support?
Contact the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 250-800-3806 for after-hours support. Our office connects clients with Sexual Assault Response Team services for urgent trauma-related situations.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily serving Victoria and Vancouver Island, we offer virtual counselling options for clients throughout British Columbia with flexible scheduling available.
Reviews (1)
Michael Walsh
Aug 01, 2020
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The Men's Therapy Centre helped me many years ago back in 2004. I recently attended their Open House at the new location on Fisgard. This is a tremendous organization that offers highly qualified and dignified clinical counselling as well as offering support group therapy to men who have experienced trauma.
