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Calm Waters Clinical Counselling
located in Central Nanaimo, B.C.
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Calm Waters Clinical Counselling
Welcome, I’m Nicole Puckering, owner of Calm Waters Clinical Counselling and a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Nanaimo, BC. I bring over 15 years experience supporting children, youth and families navigate times of crisis and challenges. I have specialized training in therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Self-Compassion, Solution-Focused Therapy, Prepare/Enrich couples’ facilitator and Complex Trauma. As an Indigenous counsellor, I understand and respect the complexities and uniqueness of supporting individuals, families and generational trauma. I offer diverse and effective interventions by using a culturally sensitive, attachment-based and trauma-informed approach.
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My passion lies in supporting preteens, adolescents, adults, elders, couples and families. My belief is that by providing a warm and inviting empathetic safe space, my clients will feel valued and understood. Together we will create goals to help you achieve the life that you have always valued by increasing independence, communication, coping skills, self-compassion and personal growth.​​
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I offer in-person, online, and teletherapy services.
Contact me today for a free consultation about my services and how I can assist you in your journey to mental wellness!​​
"The more we are able to truly understand ourselves, the more we are able to understand others."
Gabor Mate
Anxiety and Depression
Clinical counselling services are designed to help individuals struggling with anxiety and depression to find relief and develop coping strategies.
Trauma Recovery
Using a trauma-informed approach will help individuals process and recover from past traumatic experiences, by fostering healing and resilience.
Relationship Issues
I offer support for couples and families dealing with relationship challenges, communication issues, and develop conflict resolution.
Stress Management
I provide effective stress management techniques to help individuals/couples better cope with life's demands and reduce stress levels.
Self-Exploration and Personal Growth
Grief and Loss
My counselling sessions support individuals explore their thoughts and emotions, leading to personal insight, growth and promotes change.
As a compassionate counsellor I offer support for those navigating the complexities of grief and loss, providing comfort and guidance.
Testimonials
Services Offered
Empower your journey, one step at a time.
Embrace the power of connection and unlock the path to understanding.
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Please contact directly to receive your personal quote.
Please call today for your free 15-minute consultation!
Service Fees
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Individual Sessions Online or In-person (all ages) - $150
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Couples or Family Sessions Online or In-person:
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$160 (50 minutes)
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$220 (80 minutes)
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Parenting Support Sessions- $160 ​​
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*All sessions are 50 minutes in length unless alternatively booked ahead of time.
*Services are offered in-person, online or via teletherapy.
*Payment is due at the end of each session.
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​​Payment Methods
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Payments can be e-transferred to calmwaters.clinicalcounselling@gmail.com
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E-transfer, Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express are all accepted (STRIPE Jane App)
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Direct Billing is available to most insurers
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First Nations Health Authority
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Crimes Victims Assistance Program
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Ministry of Children and Family Development programs (e.g. Autism Funding)
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Telus Health (e-claims)​
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Walmsley EFAP
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*Registered Clinical Counsellors are covered under many extended health care plans. Please check with your benefit plan ahead of booking an appointment.
*Counselling is considered a claimable medical expense and can be used for tax purposes.
"Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it."
Brene Brown
Cancellation Policy
Your appointment time has been reserved just for you. Calm Waters Clinical Counselling requests that 24-hour notice is required for any cancellations or changes made to your appointment. Without providing the minimum of 24-hours notice you will be charged the full fee of the appointment.
Thank you for understanding.
Take the first step towards your journey to wellness
Contact Information
Phone
Address
250-755-6195
70-1100 Princess Royal Ave, Nanaimo, BC, V9S 5R5