Kathryn Saunders
Counselling
About Kathryn
Canadian Certified Counsellor
BSW + MA (Counselling Psychology)
Over the past 20 years I have had the honour of supporting folks at times of change in their lives.
My background in outreach-based social work informs my practice as a counsellor. I’ve worked with LGBTQ2S++ folks in both individual and group settings and with youth and adults from many vibrant communities in Victoria. I work at the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre—supporting survivors of violence and trauma continues to be a focus of my work.
I'm a queer, white settler and have lived in Lekwungen territories for the past 28 years.
About my approach
My approach is relational—our time together will be a conversation and a collaboration. I will always share my honest thoughts with you and am open to feedback about how our work together is going.
Personal change and social change are often deeply connected—I consider the effects of systems of power on the lives of my clients using an interpersonal and anti-oppressive approach in our work together.
My training and approach are trauma-informed and consent-based.
What you can expect
Honesty
If I think I can help you, I'll tell you. If I think someone else would be a better fit, I'll tell you that too. (Victoria has many amazing therapists.)
Accessibility
All counselling sessions will be held by secure video conference.
Welcoming presence
I have experience working with many communities and agencies in the area and feedback from clients is that I’m gentle and non-judgemental. Youth welcome! (age 13–17)
Rates
- $120 per session // $60 initial session
- Sliding scale is available: $45–$80 dependant on income and single parent family status
- Approved counsellor with the First Nations Health Authority
Realities of counselling
It’s important to know that when examining aspects of your life that were difficult and painful, you may not always leave our sessions feeling great. And, you may come to difficult realizations about yourself and your relationships with others.
We will work together to lessen the pain and increase your capacity for change and agency.