Kirstin McKinnon, Registered Nurse & Registered Clinical Counsellor Qualicum Beach

Counsellor Qualicum Beach

Hi, I’m Kirstin

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Registered Nurse (RN), I specialize in helping women manage stress and overwhelm, and cultivate more calm and joy in their lives.

My Journey

My career began in nursing in 2006, working in a hospital and public health. After completing my master’s degree in 2011, I became a Family Nurse Practitioner. However, I found that my true passion was in forming meaningful relationships with clients, helping them discover their strengths, and supporting their overall wellbeing. This realization led me to pursue a career in counselling, where I could empower women to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

My Approach

I believe that counselling is about creating emotional balance, reconnecting with our inner voice, deepening our connection to ourselves and others, and cultivating more purpose and meaning in life. My approach is built on a foundation of compassion, understanding and non-judgement. I blend Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Polyvagal Theory, and Expressive Arts/Visual Journaling to help clients:
  • Break free from unhealthy patterns and develop emotional balance
  • Cultivate a stronger sense of self and inner wisdom
  • Regulate their nervous system and respond to life’s challenges with greater ease
  • Tap into their creative potential through expressive arts therapy
My Therapeutic Style
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps clients transform negative patterns, be more emotionally responsive to themselves, and live with greater sense of connection and worth.
  • Polyvagal Theory provides a pathway to greater emotional balance, less reactivity, and more resilience.
  • Visual Journaling and Expressive Arts are a powerful tool for self-exploration, stress release, and accessing inner guidance. No artistic experience is necessary – just a willingness to express yourself with simple line, shapes or colours on paper – in a judgement-free zone.
I look forward to working with you and helping you find more peace, meaning, and wellbeing in your life.

Services

  • Individual Therapy for Stress, Overwhelm and Anxiety

As a Counsellor and Nurse, I bring a unique blend of expertise to individual therapy for stress, overwhelm, and anxiety. By integrating my nursing and counselling knowledge, we’ll explore the root causes of your stress and develop personalized strategies to promote resilience, calm, and overall wellness. My holistic approach ensures that you receive comprehensive support, tailored to your specific needs and goals.

To learn more about the services I offer, CLICK HERE- SERVICES

  • Healthy Lifestyle Counselling and Coaching
Breaking the cycle of dieting and weight regain requires more than just willpower – it’s about understanding the complex interplay of factors that influence your relationship with food and your body. As a Nurse and Counsellor, I’ve seen how emotional, physical, hormonal, and familial dynamics can drive cycles of dieting and weight fluctuations. Together, we’ll uncover the hidden patterns and challenges that impact your eating habits and overall wellbeing. Through our work together, you’ll gain insight into the complex interplay of factors influencing your health, and develop a tailored plan to overcome obstacles and cultivate a more balanced, sustainable lifestyle.”

To learn more about individual therapy for living a healthy lifestyle, CLICK HERE

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Kirstin McKinnon,

Registered Clinical Counsellor

& Registered Nurse

Holistic Counselling for Women