The Budding Elm#205-2187 Oak Bay AvenueView clinic

Dr. Katie Elmhurst, RCC

CounsellingVictoria and 1 more

About Katie

Dr. Katie Elmhurst is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, and a Registered Clinical Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers. Dr. Elmhurst is committed to counselling and consulting with youth, teens and families through the lens of social work and family system’s practice. Dr. Elmhurst received her Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, as well as her Masters of Science in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. Following her Masters, Dr. Elmhurst made the move to Kelowna, BC where she worked to provide clinical counselling services for children and youth in care. From there she moved to New Orleans, Louisiana, where she completed her Doctorate of Clinical Social Work practice with a specialization in trauma from Tulane University. Unique to her practice, Dr. Elmhurst efficiently employs past clinical and educational experience to meet the specific needs of her clientele. This is done by incorporating mixed evidenced-based practice modalities, which include: narrative/talk therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and dialectical behavioural therapy. All components of Dr. Elmhurst’s practice are supported by the Strengths-Based and Empowerment Perspective, which emphasizes a collaborative relationship with the client. All practice is client-centred, in which individuals are supported as experts over their own lives. To her core, Dr. Elmhurst believes that as individuals we each have the ability to channel unique personal strengths and resiliencies to overcome life hardship and adversity. It is through client partnership that Dr. Elmhurst creates a safe space for each client to continue on their unique journey of self-exploration and healing. Importantly, Dr. Elmhurst also believes in the strength of a therapeutic partnership that actively encourages each client to make the change and insight needed for their personal growth. Dr. Elmhurst’s counselling practice values an introspective client process, valuing small steps that develop the confidence to foster inner strength and resilience resulting in lasting change.

Often treats: AbuseADHDAnxietyAsperger's SyndromeAutismBehavioral IssuesBinge eating disorder (eating disorders)Bipolar DisorderBody Image
+40 moreShow fewer
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)BullyingCodependencyCommunicationDepressionDivorceDomestic Abuse or ViolenceDual DiagnosisEating disordersEmotion RegulationEmotional AbuseFears / PhobiasGrief, loss, bereavementInfidelityLonelinessMental DisordersMood disordersObesityObsessive- Compulsive (OCD)ParentingPersonality DisordersPost-traumatic stress Disorder (PTSD)Quiet Borderline Personality DisorderRacial IdentityRelationship IssuesSeasonal Affective DisorderSelf EsteemSelf-harming or suicidal behaviorSex, sexuality, intimacySexual AbuseSocial Anxiety DisorderSocial IsolationSpiritualityStressSuicidal ThoughtsSuicideThinking DisordersTraumaWomen's IssuesWorkplace stress
Sees: Adults (18+) · Children (under 12) · Families · Teens (13-17)
Trained at: Bachelors of Social Work, McGill University, 2010 · Masters of Science in Clinical SW, Columbia University, 2012 · Doctorate of Clinical Social Work, Tulane University, 2018
Credentials: Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
Member of: British Columbia College of Social Workers · British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors · Canadian Association of Social Workers

Services & prices

14 options across 12 treatments · Direct billing

Individual TEEN Session

Individual counselling session with Practitioner for teens ages 13 - 18 years Note: Session likely to be held in teen counselling room

$24075 min

INDIVIDUAL/ADULT Intake AssessmentNew patient

The Biopsychosocial Intake Assessment provides both Client & Practitioner an opportunity to review the following: - Life History/Narrative - Family Background - Presenting Issues - Strengths &…

80 min

PARENT/GUARDIAN Intake AssessmentNew patient

The Parent Intake Assessment provides the Practitioner an opportunity to collect the following information from parent(s) & guardian(s) prior to meeting with underage youth: - Child Life…

80 min

TBE PARENT SUPPORT Session

Parents are able to jointly discuss their concerns while receiving support, strategies & clinical feedback from youth/family Practitioner

60 min

TBE COUPLES/RELATIONSHIP Counselling

A Couples/Relationship counselling session with Practitioner for two or more adults ages 18+ wanting to focus on their relationship together Note: Session likely to be held in one of two family…

60 min

TBE FAMILY Counselling Session

Family counselling sessions are held with Practitioner when more than one family member is in attendance Note: Session likely to be held in family counselling room

50 min

TBE Individual ADULT Session

Individual counselling session with Practitioner for adults ages 19+ Note: Session likely to be held in one of two family counselling rooms

60 min

TBE Individual CHILD (12 & Under) Session

Child-centred counselling session with Practitioner for youth ages 7 - 12 years Note: Session likely to be held in playroom

50 min

TBE Individual TEEN Session

Individual counselling session with Practitioner for teens ages 13 - 18 years Note: Session likely to be held in teen counselling room

50 min

TBE / Counselling Session

Individual virtual/online counselling session with Practitioner for Youth, Teens & Adults. Please note that parental consent is required for youth 19 years & under Note: Online sessions will be…

50 min

WALK & TALK Session

The Talk & Walk therapy session takes place in the outdoors (e.g. in nature, walking around the Oak Bay neighbourhood). Note: Walk & Talk therapy may be preferred by clients who do not benefit…

50 min

ConsultNew patient

** Please email to book ** Initial consults allow potential clients to meet with a Budding Elm Practitioner to view the counselling space, discuss presenting concerns & identify counselling…

3 options

15 min