Pauline Goh, MA, RCC, FOT

Registered Clinical Counsellor, Nanaimo, BC,
Counselling & Psychotherapy

Body-based psychotherapy • Somatic therapy • Focusing-oriented therapy 

Music-integrated therapy • PTSD, Complex Trauma, Inner Child Healing 

• Relationship, Marriage & Couples Counselling • FNHA • CVAP • ICBC

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I provide individual counselling and psychotherapy (online and in-person), and couples therapy, based out of my office in the Old City Quarter in Nanaimo, BC.

Primarily working from a Focusing Oriented Therapy (FOT) model, I offer somatic (body-based) psychotherapy for people (16YO+) who want to address their depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, and relationship and/or inner child wounding. I like how FOT engages whole brain approaches in clinical practice – using empathy, emotion, attachment theory and relational aspects in psychotherapy.

I also work with Music Integrated Therapy to support the healing process, for clients who are open to listening to music, composing, singing, or using rhythm and percussions to facilitate flow.

Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Couples Therapy, I enjoy the practice of tuning in with couples, to help facilitate heart-felt connections.

As a therapist, I have a cultural sensitivity, rooted as a POC (Person of Colour) who has navigated different terrains. My adaptation journey in Canada started as a teenager, and later, as an adult, I gained experiences studying, living, and working abroad. These imprints have proven helpful in relating with clients who are exploring cultural identity, acculturation gaps, and cross-cultural issues.

I am a regular facilitator of group therapy programs at Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society (CVIMS). I am also a counselling provider through organizations/services including First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP), ICBC, and Workplace Options. In addition, I am able to bill directly via Telus Health eClaims.

They say that small steps can create big changes. Even the darkest and sometimes disowned parts of ourselves can guide us towards healing and transformation. The search for wholeness is inherent in all human beings, regardless of cultural, sexual or spiritual orientation. It would be my privilege to witness your “here and now” unfolding process, with care and curiosity.