The Budding Elm#205-2187 Oak Bay AvenueView clinic

Cheryl Dafoe, RCC

About Cheryl

Cheryl views authentic and trusting relationships as powerful catalysts for growth and change. Her approach is compassionate, candid, and genuinely curious, creating a welcoming space where clients feel safe and seen as they explore their unique experiences. In sessions, you can expect warmth, respect, and room for ease and laughs. She takes a collaborative and integrative approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are and drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based modalities. Cheryl helps clients find clarity and resilience as they navigate life’s challenges. Whether feeling stuck in relationship patterns, managing anxiety, or going through major life transitions such as separation or loss, she supports individuals, couples, and families in building on their inherent strengths and creating meaningful, empowering change. With a diverse background in education, child and youth care, and recreational programming, Cheryl brings a wide range of experience to her work. She holds an MA in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCPA). Outside of her practice, she enjoys comedy, music, and exploring Vancouver Island with her two children and their dog, Cleo.

Services & prices

18 options across 10 treatments · Direct billing

PARENT SUPPORT Session

Counselling session with Practitioner where parents/guardians have the opportunity to discuss their concerns while receiving support, strategies & feedback

2 options

From $102.50 to $185 for 30–50 min — the cheapest and the dearest counselling appointments this clinic charges for.

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

2 options

From $172 to $242 for 50–80 min — the cheapest and the dearest counselling appointments this clinic charges for.

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…

2 options

From $172 to $242 for 50–80 min — the cheapest and the dearest counselling appointments this clinic charges for.

Walk & Talk Counselling Session

Walk & Talk sessions are 50-minute counselling sessions held outdoors (e.g., around the Oak Bay neighbourhood). This option can be a great fit for clients who feel more comfortable or grounded…

$17250 min

COUPLES/RELATIONSHIP Session

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…

2 options

From $205 to $242 for 50–80 min — the cheapest and the dearest counselling appointments this clinic charges for.

Individual CHILD Session (12 & Under)

Child-centred counselling session with Practitioner for youth ages 6 - 12 years Note: Session likely to be held in playroom

$17250 min

Individual TEEN Session

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

$17250 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 &…

2 options

$24280 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…

2 options

$24280 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

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