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Jason Bains
Registered Clinical Counsellor
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As of April 1, 2026, the session rate will increase by $10.
Jason Bains is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who approaches therapy through an attachment-focused and trauma-informed lens. He believes growth is a lifelong journey and helps clients explore how early experiences shape their current relationships and emotional worlds. Drawing from parts work and dialectical behaviour therapy, Jason supports clients in developing self-awareness and emotional regulation. His own recovery journey allows him to bring authenticity, empathy, and a touch of humor into sessions, creating a safe and balanced space for healing. Jason has a special interest in working with trauma, addiction, and life transitions. He invites clients to see therapy as a place to build coping skills and move toward lasting growth.
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
- The challenges of balancing family, identity, and emotional well-being, as both a husband and father of toddler twins.
- The complexities of addiction and the ongoing process of recovery, informed by my own journey now in its eighth year.
- How struggle, change, and resilience shape the human experience, which grounds the way I show up as a therapist.
- The impact of intergenerational trauma, and the importance of actively working to understand and interrupt these patterns in my own life.
- The value of humility in healing work, recognizing that meaningful change requires continuous awareness, honesty, and effort.
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My clients describe me using words like…
- Compassionate
- Caring
- Curious
- Direct
- Honest
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Areas of Focus
Specializations
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Anxiety
Emotional Well-Being
Anger
Emotional Well-Being
Trauma
Trauma & Recovery
Attachment trauma
Trauma & Recovery
Couples Therapy
Relationships & Connection
Addiction
Mental Health Disorders
Problematic video gaming
Mental Health Disorders
Familial and social relationships
Relationships & Connection
Negative thinking and ruminating
Emotional Well-Being
Life transitions
Identity & Personal Growth
Relationships
Relationships & Connection
My clients often self-identify as…
I’m the right therapist for you if…
- You’re ready to look beneath the surface and explore the patterns that keep showing up in your life.
- You’re stepping into therapy for the first time and feel curious about your inner world.
- You’ve been carrying emotional pain for a long time and are ready to process it with support.
- You want to build awareness of the root causes behind your struggles—not just manage the symptoms.
- You’re looking to develop more effective ways to cope in your day-to-day life.
- You’re seeking a therapist who is both direct and curious, and who creates space for deep exploration and meaningful healing.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
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If we work together you can expect to feel...
- Supported by someone who genuinely cares and is fully present in your process.
- Secure as we navigate new and sometimes uncertain emotional territory together. I’ll invite you to explore deeper parts of yourself, always at a pace that your nervous system feels ready and safe to move through.
Populations Served
Teens (13-17)
Adults (18+)
Seniors (65+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
Initial Consultation
Free
Individual Session
Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
Couples Session
Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
Family Session
Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we'll go over...
- What you’ve been navigating, in a space where you can share openly and at your own pace.
- Any questions you have about me, my background, or the therapy process.
- An overview of my therapeutic approach and how I might be able to support you.
- What working together could look like, based on your needs and goals.
- Whether we feel like a good fit to move forward in the work together.
- Clarity, so you can make an informed decision about your next steps in therapy.
If we work together you can expect me to…
- Support you in reconnecting with your authentic self.
- Help you process the pain you’ve been carrying with compassion and care.
- Explore meaningful links between your past experiences and present-day struggles.
- Work with you to build practical tools for emotional regulation and everyday coping.
- Foster healing within our sessions while also equipping you with insights and skills to continue your growth outside of therapy.
- Empower you to move through life with greater confidence, clarity, and self-understanding.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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In Person Sessions
In Person Location
525 Townsite Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 3M7
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Virtual Sessions
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British Columbia
Ontario
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Yukon
Manitoba
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Education
Yorkville University
Masters of Clinical Counselling
2024
Certifications
Languages
English