Child, Family & Relationship Counselling
Building better connections inside and out.
Serving Nanaimo, Duncan and surrounding Vancouver Island communities.
Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC)
Registered Play Therapists
In-Person & Virtual Counselling Options
Adult, Child, Youth & Family-Focused Care
Real Support for Real Life
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
When your child melts down every day. When every conversation with your partner turns into the same fight. When trauma, anxiety, grief, or caregiving has left you running on empty—that’s not a personal failure. That’s being human.
At Allius, we do one thing differently: we just support your kids, we invest in you so your whole family can heal. Because when the adults in a home are steady, children naturally feel that predictability and they do better.
Whether you need individual counselling for you or your child, couples therapy, or family support, we’ll start where you are—no "shoulds", no judgment, just real help for real life.
Whatever brought you here, just know that you are in the right place.
Book a free consult to see if we’re the right fit.
If you’re not sure what type of counselling fits, we’ll help you choose the right starting point.
Our Counselling Services
Our services are designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re seeking support for your child, your relationship, your family, or yourself.
Child & Youth Counselling
The eye-rolling, the withdrawal, the anger that seems to come from nowhere — these can be signs that something needs our attention. But how? Adolescents don't always want to talk — especially not to their parent or an adult they've just met. Our counsellors get that. We meet young people where they are, without pressure or judgment, using creative approaches that feel natural not clinical. Many teens who arrive reluctant, end up leaving wishing they'd come sooner
Play Therapy
You've noticed something is off — the meltdowns, the withdrawal, the worry behind their eyes. But when you ask, they just say 'fine.' Play therapy works because it doesn't ask children to find words they don't have yet. Through play, they begin to make sense of what they're carrying. And as the only play therapy practice in the area supervised by a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, we bring the depth of expertise and specialization that your child deserves.
Individual Adult Counselling
You're managing. You're keeping it together to show up for everyone else. But underneath something feels off. Maybe it's stress, anger, grief, anxiety or just a sense that things could be better. Private, professional counselling gives you a place to reflect on what's holding you back and start feeling like yourself again. Whether you're someone who talks about their feelings easily or someone who has never done this before, you are welcome here. Let us help you start feeling like yourself again.
Couples & Relationship Counselling
Whether you're trying to reconnect, working through a betrayal, or just not sure you still want the same things — couples counselling is an opportunity for both of you to check in and be honest. We help couples break the patterns like saying the same things and feeling the same hurt. No sides. No blame. Just a chance to figure out a plan for what's next, together.
Parenting & Family Counselling
Families are complicated — at every age and stage. Whether you're a parent struggling to reach your teenager, adult siblings navigating how to best care for an aging parent, or a blended family finding its footing, we help families have the conversations that matter most — constructively for greater clarity and understanding. We help families have the hard conversations no one wants to start.
Separation, Divorce & Co-Parenting Counselling
Your relationship ended. Your family didn't. Most separated parents have one question above all others. Will my kids be alright? We guide parents to stay steady, communicate without conflict, and give children the reassurance they need to feel secure in both homes. Whether you choose to work together or individually, we offer strategies to reduce conflict, improve communication, and keep your children's wellbeing at the centre of every decision."
Trauma-Informed Counselling & ART Therapy
Some things don't fade with time. If a past experience keeps pulling you back — through flashbacks, anxiety, numbness, or a feeling you can't quite name — trauma therapy can help. We have counsellors trained in Trauma Therapies such as ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), one of the most effective evidence-based approaches for processing trauma without having to discuss the content in detail. These are highly effective therapies and interventions that help the brain process painful experiences in ways that talking alone sometimes can't reach. Trauma-informed care provided by skilled practitioners at your pace."
Our Approach at Allius Counselling Service
Our agency name, “Allius,” comes from combining ALL, I, and US -- reflecting our commitment to fostering connections. For the Allius team, it is all about people connecting with themselves to connect better with others. We aim to support it in our work with people, young and old.
Meet Our Team
Finding the right counsellor matters. Our team brings warmth, clinical skill, and ethical care to every session. We’ll help match you with a therapist who fits your goals, preferences, and needs.
Lurline Raposo
MA, RCC-ACS, CPT, BCRPT-S, BCPC
Clinical Director/ Registered Clinical Counsellor/ Play Therapy Supervisor/ Assoc Family Mediator & Parenting Coordinator
Trusted by Families and Fellow Professionals
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Inside Our Practice
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Counselling Services Across Vancouver Island
Allius Counselling Service supports clients across Vancouver Island, including:
Nanaimo
Duncan
Surrounding communities
Allius Counselling Service provides counselling for children, youth, adults, couples, and families across Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Chemainus, Duncan, and surrounding Vancouver Island communities.
