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About John Woychuk, CCC

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Your Partner in Moving Toward A Life of Greater Ease

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I believe that therapy is, at its core, an authentic conversation between two human beings. While I have spent years training in the science of the mind, my work is grounded in the simple, profound act of being present with another person in their time of need.

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I don't just sit back and nod. I believe healing happens through an active, attuned connection. My role is to help you befriend the learned responses of ADHD, trauma, and anxiety so you can finally access your full personal power and deepest resourced Self and see the path forward with clarity.

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My Clinical Foundation

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I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC), an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Because no two brains are the same, I collaborate with you to find the specific tools that move you forward.

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My approach integrates several evidence-based methodologies:

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  • Somatic Practices (Felt Sense Polyvagal Model & Focusing): We work to build an "internal relationship" with the physical sensations in your body. By "focusing" on the felt sense of your experience, we can help your nervous system shift from a state of survival to a state of safety.

  • Principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): We identify and shift the "thought loops" and belief systems that create unnecessary friction and anxiety in your daily life.

  • Trauma-Informed Stabilization (TIST): To calm the body’s “false alarms” and manage the overwhelming parts of yourself that show up during stress.

  • Parts Work (IFS): To understand and harmonize the different internal "parts" of your personality that may be at odds with one another.

  • Presence Practice (Mindfulness): Bringing the wisdom of The Power of Now into the clinical space to find immediate relief in the here and now.

 

Influences & Philosophy

 

My work is deeply influenced by contemporary leaders in psychology who prioritize the mind-body connection, including Gabor Maté, Janina Fisher, Bessel van der Kolk, and Richard Schwartz.

 

Equally important to my practice are the wisdom traditions. I have spent years practicing meditation and presence, heavily influenced by the teachings of Eckhart Tolle and Thich Nhat Hanh.

 

A Note on Mindfulness: Many of my clients with ADHD feel they have "failed" at meditation because their minds are loud. I specialize in "Micro-Mindfulness"—simple, 30-second practices to return to the present moment without the need for hours of silent sitting. We find the version of "Now" that feels accessible and safe for your specific nervous system.

 

Values:

 

Peace, Truth, & Community

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  • Peace: In a peaceful state of mind, we can act without adding conflict to the world. My intention is to bring a stable, peaceful presence to every session.

  • Truth: This means being honest and genuine. I provide direct, compassionate feedback to help you see the patterns that might be keeping you stuck.

  • Community: I see my community as an extension of family. I am an LGBT2SQ+ ally and welcome everyone regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or ethnic background. I am also deeply grateful to live and work on the traditional lands of the Snuneymuxw people.

 

Background & Experience

 

Before becoming a therapist, I spent much of my 20s traveling. Living as an "alien resident" in Taiwan for 7 years, taught me the feeling of being an outsider—an experience that helps me empathize with people who might often feel this way. 

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In addition to my private practice, I have spent 14 years as a faculty member at VIU, supporting students with workplace and career counselling. I bring this experience into our work by helping you navigate workplace stress, career transitions, and the unique challenges of executive functioning in a professional setting.

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Education

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  • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

  • Bachelor of Education

  • Bachelor of Arts in English Literature

  • ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP)

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)

  • Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP)​

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Take the first step toward more ease in your life

 

email to get started: john@jwoychukcounselling.ca

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Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation 

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Whether you are navigating the busy buzz of ADHD, the heightened energy of anxiety or the weight of past traumas, I invite you to bring your truth—and your questions—into our space.

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