Nanaimo · Virtual across British Columbia
A steady place to work through what feels stuck.
The Counselling HUB provides trauma-informed counselling in Nanaimo for individuals, couples, families, youth, teens, and adults. In-person or online across BC.
You do not have to be in crisis to deserve support.
Maybe you are carrying something heavy from the past. Maybe the same patterns keep repeating in your relationships. Maybe you are functioning on the outside but running on empty underneath. Whatever brought you here, counselling gives you a confidential space to understand it - and to move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
How We Can Help
The Counselling HUB provides trauma-informed counselling in Nanaimo for individuals, couples, families, youth, teens, and adults. Every area below is grounded in a trauma-informed, relational approach - never one-size-fits-all.
Individual Counselling
A safe space to explore challenges, deepen self-awareness, and develop coping strategies.
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Rebuild safety, closeness, and trust in your relationship using Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
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Understand family patterns, support each other, and strengthen connections.
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Compassionate support for navigating addiction and building a healthier life.
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Evidence-based support for managing anxiety, worry, and overwhelm so you can reclaim your daily life.
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Trauma-informed care to help you process the past and reclaim your present.
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Experienced Counsellors Ready to Support You
Our team brings diverse backgrounds, training, and specializations to provide trauma-informed, relational counselling tailored to your needs.
Jason Bains, MACP, RCC, RP (Qualifying)
Founder & Lead Practitioner
Jason works with individuals, couples, and families in Nanaimo, BC, who are navigating turbulent periods in their lives. His clients often seek support with anxiety, addiction, trauma, relationship struggles, and cultural or family-related concerns. The feedback Jason hears most often is that he is experienced and knowledgeable, and balances compassion and curiosity with a direct approach that helps create meaningful change. Whether something needs to change now or you are ready to explore parts of your life more deeply, you are in the right place.
Jason is not accepting new clients at this time.
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Mary Stasiuk, MSW, RSW
Therapeutic Social Worker
Mary works with individuals, couples, families, and parents navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelm, relationship and family challenges, and periods when life simply feels stuck. She has worked extensively with university students with visible and invisible disabilities and with parents supporting children experiencing mental health challenges, and she is an accredited provider of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program from the University of Queensland.
Accepting new clients.
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Jaime Baruta, MA, RCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Jaime works with adults navigating substance use, process addictions, concurrent disorders, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship concerns, major life transitions, stress, shame, and challenges with self-worth. She also supports clients with anger, codependency, communication, intimacy, parenting, panic, sleep difficulties, and concerns related to gender identity and sexuality.
Accepting new clients.
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Emily Carrick
Clinical Counsellor and CCC Candidate
Emily works with teens and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, major life changes, and overwhelming emotions. She has particular experience supporting people living with PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She understands that reaching out for support can be difficult, especially when you are already feeling vulnerable.
Accepting new clients.
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Kuldeep Basi, MA, MACP Candidate
Clinical Counselling Practicum Student
Kuldeep Basi, MA, MACP Candidate, brings a strong background in education to her developing work as a clinical counsellor in Nanaimo, BC. She holds an undergraduate degree in education and a master’s degree in special education. In her work as a teacher and inclusion support teacher, she has supported children and teenagers with a wide range of learning, emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
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Why People Choose The Counselling HUB
A Safe, Non-Judgmental Space
Every session is confidential. You can speak freely about what you are carrying, without fear of judgement - at a pace that feels right for you.
Registered and Accountable
The Counselling HUB is led by a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and is committed to clear ethical and professional standards.
In-Person and Virtual
Meet at our Nanaimo office or from the comfort of home. Virtual sessions are available to clients anywhere in British Columbia.
Easy Online Booking
Book sessions or consultations anytime through our online portal. No phone tag - just pick a time that works for you.
Our Approach
A plain-language look at the evidence-based approaches behind the work.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Understand and heal the different 'parts' of yourself to promote greater self-compassion.
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Strengthen attachment bonds and transform emotional responses in couples, families, and individuals.
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Learn practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier relationships.
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Identify and change negative thought patterns to improve how you feel and act.
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A structured trauma therapy that helps you reframe unhelpful beliefs formed after traumatic events.
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Release stored tension and trauma by integrating the mind and body in the healing process.
Learn moreServing Vancouver Island
In-person in Nanaimo, and virtually across British Columbia.
You Do Not Have to Figure This Out Alone
Efficient communication is a priority at The HUB and we will reply within 1–2 business days.