About
My practice is carried out in the spirit of Dignity, Respect, Social Justice, Creativity, and Curiosity. In this space your words matter. Stories are sacred. I ask lots of thought-provoking questions that seek out the storylines that bring forth fresh perspectives, greater possibility, healing, and liberation.
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Therapeutic conversations help people connect more fully to their voice, their convictions, their relationships, and the world around them. Healing takes many forms, this is a journey as unique as the individuals who seek it.
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Humans are amazing and complex. Life is messy. I am prepared to talk about all of it. Often the conversations I have with folks include topics of trauma, abuse, colonial violence, sexual assault, and suicidal thoughts.
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I trust in peoples' abilities to run their lives and I respect the diverse identities of those I work with. My practice is 2SLGBTQAI+ affirming, decolonizing, and carried out with cultural humility.
My name is Larissa Szlavik, MSW I am a Registered Social Worker in BC specializing in counselling therapy. I am available for in-person sessions in my office in the Comox Valley, BC or Online.
To get to know more about me, click here. For more about my approach click here.
Having trouble affording counselling services? Ask me about my sliding scale. Sliding scale fees are determined on a case by case basis in consideration of socioeconomic difficulties (ex. low income, caring for dependents).
I am a registered Provider with the First Nations Health Authority, Crime Victim Assistance Program, Veteran Affairs Canada, Canadian Armed Forces, and the Interim Federal Health Program.
Narrative Roots Counselling is situated on the unceded territory of the K'omoks First Nations. It is an honour to serve the people of this land who have been here since time immemorial. I do so with gratitude for the K'omoks people and for the use of these lands. I respect the territory upon which I operate my business by offering an inclusive space, one that is committed to healing, decolonization, and that acknowledges the local struggles.
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tuwa akÊ·s χoχoɬ Ê”a xÊ· yiχmÉ›tÉ›t (Ê”a) kÊ·ÊŠms hÉ›haw tÊŠms gÉ©Ç°É›
– “Care takers of the ‘land of plenty’ since time immemorial”
Currently accepting new clients!
Services
FREE 20-minute Initial Consult
Finding a good fit is key for effective counselling. I'm happy to offer a 20-minute initial consultation over the phone free of charge so that you can make the best informed decision for you.
Individual Counselling
Conversations for people who are
up against trauma, anxiety, depression, relational challenges, grief and loss, injustice, domestic violence, workplace difficulties, life transitions, identity troubles, and other dilemmas of life.
Teens & Youth
It is important for people of all ages to have a space to talk freely and sort through difficult feelings, experiences, and dilemmas. I welcome individuals 12-18 to my practice.