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Best Therapists And Counselors in North Saanich, BC (2026)

55 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Saanich: Body Mind Reset, RP Score 85/100; 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 6 PM.

  2. 43

    Most-reviewed: Tall Tree Health, 573 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 55 ranked; ranked #43.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

55 North Saanich therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 18 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 55 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in North Saanich at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in North Saanich at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Body Mind Reset855.0★ (12)North SaanichSatOverall
2Homewood Ravensview783.6★ (55)North SaanichSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Victoria Prayer Counselling765.0★ (3)North Saanich——
4Horse Wisdom Farm763.7★ (3)North SaanichSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Strength in Heart Counselling745.0★ (3)North SaanichSat · Evenings—
6Setpoint Counselling735.0★ (5)North SaanichSat · Evenings—
7Joanne Masiokas Counselling725.0★ (3)North SaanichSun · Evenings—
8Streams Counselling725.0★ (30)North Saanich——
9Heather Huck Counselling715.0★ (3)North SaanichSat—
10Ellis Counselling715.0★ (5)North SaanichEvenings—

The 55 best therapists and counselors in North Saanich, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in North Saanich

    Based in North Saanich

    85/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
  2. Based in North Saanich

    78/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.6★ from 55 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.6★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1515 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, BC V8L 5T3
  3. Based in North Saanich

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9:30 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9:30 AM–3:30 PM
    Address
    6924 W Saanich Rd, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1G5
  4. Based in North Saanich

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2720 Mill Bay Rd #368, Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P0
  5. Based in North Saanich

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
  6. Based in North Saanich

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue–Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–8 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
  7. Based in North Saanich

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4:15 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2453 Beacon Ave Unit 204B, Sidney, BC V8L 1X7
  8. Based in North Saanich

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 3 PM–5 PM · Tue 3 PM–6 PM · Wed closed · Thu 3 PM–6 PM · Fri 3 PM–5 PM · Sat 11 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    7305 Veyaness Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 1M3
  9. Based in North Saanich

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
  10. Based in North Saanich

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    181 STN MAIN, Saanichton, BC V8M 2C3
  11. Based in Salt Spring Island, 15 km away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–6 PM · Tue 12 PM–6 PM · Wed 10 AM–2 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat closed · Sun 11 AM–2:30 PM
    Address
    3601 Cutty Sark Crescent, Pender Island, BC V0N 2M2
  12. Based in Victoria, 14 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 4:30 PM–7 PM · Tue–Thu 7:30 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5640 Batu Rd, Victoria, BC V8Z 6K5
  13. Based in Victoria, 20 km away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews
    Address
    4277 Quadra St, Victoria, BC V8X 1L5
  14. Based in Victoria, 23 km away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    3821A Cedar Hill Cross Rd, Victoria, BC V8P 3Z6
  15. Based in Victoria, 23 km away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 1 PM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3994 Shelbourne St Ste 208, Victoria, BC V8N 3E2
  16. 60/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 219 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 219 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1646 McKenzie Ave #101, Victoria, BC V8N 0A3
  17. 60/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue closed · Wed 5 AM–9 AM · Thu 5 PM–12 AM · Fri 12 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
  18. Based in Duncan, 22 km away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    2041 Tzouhalem Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 4H2
  19. Based in Victoria, 23 km away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8:30 AM–8:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–8:30 PM · Thu 9 AM–7:30 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3930 Shelbourne St #208, Victoria, BC V8P 4H9
  20. Based in Victoria, 24 km away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3450 Uptown Blvd Office 339, 3rd Floor, Victoria, BC V8Z 0B9
  21. Based in Victoria, 22 km away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1095 McKenzie Ave #205, Victoria, BC V8P 2L5

Therapists and counselors ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 55 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

therapists and counselors in North Saanich, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26A BRIDGE Counselling595.0★ (4)17 km
27iHart Child, Youth & Family Therapy at Uptown585.0★ (4)24 km
28Lifemark Physiotherapy View Royal584.7★ (243)24 km
29Amy Mills- Guest Counselling585.0★ (4)19 km
30Balance From Within Psychotherapy584.2★ (5)22 km
31Tracey Burns Coaching & Consulting575.0★ (4)In North Saanich
32Nurture Counselling Ltd.575.0★ (5)19 km
33Elizabeth Morelle Counselling Services575.0★ (3)22 km
34Coastal Counselling & Wellness565.0★ (7)22 km
35Progressive Edge Plus NLP Inc. Seeing Clients in Person & Online565.0★ (7)22 km
36McCaffery Counselling and Wellness Company564.0★ (4)24 km
37Kimberley Hopwood Counselling Services565.0★ (3)23 km
38Mind Strength Balance565.0★ (9)22 km
39Little Steps Therapy Services564.3★ (36)24 km
40Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health554.1★ (26)23 km
41Kelsey Robson Counselling and Therapy555.0★ (4)22 km
42Men's Therapy Centre554.3★ (8)24 km
43Tall Tree Health554.9★ (573)16 km
44Sineyah Nelson, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor and Somatic Experiencing555.0★ (5)23 km
45Dandelion Therapy555.0★ (4)24 km
46Stepping Stones Therapy Inc.554.6★ (5)24 km
47Ash + Willow Therapy555.0★ (3)22 km
48Jessica Card Counselling545.0★ (5)24 km
49Canadian Mental Health Association542.5★ (4)24 km
50Cowichan Family Life Association533.0★ (3)24 km

Also serving North Saanich

20 more therapists and counselors within 24 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

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How we ranked North Saanich therapists and counselors

We scored 55 North Saanich therapists and counselors on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 12, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn North Saanich data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Therapists and counselors in North Saanich: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in North Saanich?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in North Saanich, BC is Body Mind Reset with an RP Score of 85/100. It has 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 6 PM. Homewood Ravensview (#2) and Victoria Prayer Counselling (#3) follow. We ranked 55 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 12, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in North Saanich?

RankedPsychologists ranks 55 therapists and counselors serving North Saanich, BC. 13 of them are based in North Saanich; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 24 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which therapists and counselors in North Saanich work on weekends?

18 of 55 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Body Mind Reset (#1), Homewood Ravensview (#2) and Horse Wisdom Farm (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Saanich therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 55 rated therapists and counselors in North Saanich is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. Tall Tree Health has the most, 573 reviews, and ranks #43. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do therapists and counselors outside North Saanich count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 24 km of the North Saanich city centre, our service radius for therapists and counselors. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can therapists and counselors pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are therapists and counselors in North Saanich ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on therapy and counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for North Saanich

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 55 therapists and counselors serving North Saanich.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.