Jason Scriven
Registered Clinical Counsellor
- He/him
- $160/session
- In Person Sessions in Victoria, BC
- Virtual Sessions in select regions.
Meet Jason
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
Coaching: Most of my working career has been in business leadership. What I enjoyed most about the various roles I held was the ability to coach - to listen, understand others’ motivations, and inspire (rather than direct) change. Meeting business goals was less fulfilling to me than seeing others think differently about themselves and/or a problem.
Separation: My wife and I separated after 27 years when our daughters were grown and in college, and it was clear that being a constant source of stability for someone else had taken a toll on my own mental health. The process of going through the divorce was painful and helped me realize what a shell of a man I had become, lost somewhere in the shadow of my wife, and falling short of who I think my father hoped I’d be.
Men's mental health: I became aware of so many other men who struggle with mental health and the unique barriers they can face in pursuing help. I witnessed in my own life how helpful support, medication, and therapy were to endure and thrive during tough times. This was the catalyst for changing careers into counseling
My cultural or ancestral background is…
I grew up in Western Canada in a house that valued hard work and restraint. As I reflect back on my upbringing, I realize that while I grew up in a privileged home, it was also one that was not comfortable with instability nor warm expressions of emotion. I was a successful high school and college athlete. My younger identity was shaped by the values modeled by my parents: achievement, restraint, and control.
In my early twenties, I married a Mexican-American woman and supported her and our young daughters while she obtained her degrees in women’s studies and political science. My wife opened my eyes to the discrimination and injustices of those experienced by others, whether on account of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or abilities.
I have lived in or visited all 10 Canadian provinces and 37 of the 50 United States, including living and working in California for 18 years.
My clients describe me using words like…
Calm
Compassionate
Direct
Motivating
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Specializations
- Separation and divorce
- Men's issues
- Co-founder relationships
By category
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Overwhelm
- Vulnerability
- Depression
My clients often self-identify as…
Scared, tired, alone, anxious about your future
Thinking about or experiencing divorce or separation
Company founders with no one to talk to
First responders who experience trauma every day
I’m the right therapist for you if…
You believe in the power of collaboration — as one of my favorite quotes says, "No one of us is as smart as all of us." To me, that means we can do more together than alone.
You want a therapist who sees you as the expert on your life, and works with you to explore the patterns, relationships, and behaviors that have shaped who you are.
You're open to learning together, person-to-person, about the challenges you're facing now and the areas where your values and behaviors might feel out of sync.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Humanistic Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Collaborative Therapy
If we work together you can expect to feel…
More motivated to overcome the challenges that you are facing.
Supported in discovering your strengths and making your own choices, not told what to do
Safe to talk openly in a calm, judgment-free space
Respected and met with curiosity, not expectations
Populations Served
- Seniors (65+)
- Adults (18+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- Initial ConsultationFree
- Individual Session$160
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…
What brings you to our session and to see if I am someone you can feel safe talking to every week. Likewise, it is an opportunity for me to understand the issues that you'd like to address and whether I have the training and experience to best help you.
If we work together you can expect me to…
Review what’s happened since the last session.
Identify the issues that are most pressing to you at that moment.
Talk through your feelings and looking for meaning and patterns.
Agree on behaviour changes that you can try out between sessions.
End the session feeling motivated and hopeful of positive change.
There is no secret sauce here, you just need a willingness to do the work. I am ready to help you.
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
For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is British Columbia.
In Person Sessions
In Person Location
1095 McKenzie Ave., #327, Victoria, BC, V8P 2L5, Canada
Virtual Sessions
Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.
- Yukon
- British Columbia
- Alberta
More Info
Education
Yorkville University
Masters in Counselling Psychology (in progress)
University of San Diego
MSc Executive Leadership
University of California, Riverside
BA Business
Languages
English
Booking FAQ
Does Jason offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.
How do I know if Jason is a good fit?
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.
What if I see no available times to book a session?
If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.
Can I contact Jason before booking an appointment?
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