Ben Hill, MA, RCC

Therapy: My Approach

I see therapy as a collaborative space, a place where you don’t have to go through it alone. My role is more like a co-pilot: someone who can help you safely explore your inner world, your relationships, and whatever life is throwing your way. Whether you’re looking for clarity, healing, or just a place to be heard, we’ll move at your pace.

I believe that real change doesn’t come from fixing what’s “broken” because you’re not broken. Healing, to me, is about moving closer to a life that’s aligned with your values, your strengths, and your sense of purpose. That process often starts with safety, validation, and small, intentional steps. When you feel safe and understood, it becomes possible to look at the harder stuff, regulate your emotions, and begin to grow.

My work is rooted in trauma-informed, relational, experiential, and strength-based approaches. I welcome emotion, vulnerability, and discomfort into the space, not as signs of something going wrong, but as natural and necessary parts of the healing process.

You don’t have to have it all figured out before you come to therapy. You don’t need to know exactly what you need. And you are never “too much” here. My hope is that you leave our sessions feeling safe, empowered, and more connected, not only to yourself, but to the things that matter most to you.

RATES

THERAPY
Individuals: $150/50 minutes

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (University of Victoria). Bachelor of Arts with Distinction, Psychology (University of Victoria). British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC)

POPULATIONS

Men, Women, LGBTQIA2S+, ADHD, Parents, Athletes, Students, Immigrants & newcomers adapting to Canadian culture. Not necessarily limited to these populations, I will adapt my therapeutic work to tailor to the needs of my client.

AGE GROUPS

Young Adults/Adults/Elders – 18+

Youth (limited spots in caseload) – 13-18

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COUNSELLING MODALITIES

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Solution Focused Therapy (SFT). Strengths based care.

AREAS OF PRACTICE

Mental health and emotional wellbeing. Life transitions and personal growth. Relationships and interpersonal issues. Masculinities. Behavioural and Lifestyle Changes. Trauma and Adverse Experiences. Health Related Concerns. Substance Use and Coping Behaviours.

My Story

I was born and raised on Vancouver Island, and in many ways, the coast has shaped who I am; grounded, community-oriented, and curious about the deeper currents that move us. I wanted to understand what makes people who they are; how our experiences, environments, and relationships shape the way we move through the world.

For the past seven years, I’ve worked in various helping roles, always feeling pulled toward spaces where people are navigating challenge, change, and growth. I’ve spent time in very different spaces, from the therapy room to the construction industry. That contrast gave me insight into the unique pressures and cultural expectations people carry. Whether supporting others through mental health struggles, transitions, or everyday overwhelm, I’ve found meaning in being someone people can lean on when things feel heavy. Supporting others gave me a quiet sense of purpose, a compass that has guided me through every stage of my life.

My own journey hasn’t been without hardship. Like many people, I’ve had to learn how to adapt, make sense of pain, and keep moving forward, often by staying connected to the people and practices that ground me. Sport and social connection have long been part of that for me not just as outlets, but as places where I found connection, resilience, and strength in relationships. What continues to fascinate me is the complex and beautifully unique makeup of each person, the way our stories, wounds, environments, and dreams shape who we are.

These experiences have shaped how I show up in the therapy room: with humility, respect for the complexity of people’s stories, and a deep belief in our capacity to grow, especially when we don’t have to do it alone. What I have found along my journey is that struggling is not something to be ashamed of. It’s human. And healing doesn’t mean becoming someone new, it means reconnecting with the parts of yourself that already know how to grow, love, and live deeply.