Amy O'Dea, MSW, Registered Social Worker

Amy O’Dea, MSW, RSW (10807) (she/her)

Accepting new clients at Oak Bay Psychology for adult individual counselling (18+). Available Tuesday (online) and Wednesday/Thursday (online or in person):

About Amy:

I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) (#10807) with a master’s degree in Social Work.

I came to counselling through a journey of more than 20 years working as a community social worker, mostly in non-profit organizations.

My areas of focus include:

  • counselling for adults of all ages 18+

  • working with women and perinatal families

  • working with grief and loss of all kinds, end of life, and perinatal loss

  • working with front line workers and health professionals

I also hold DONA certified training as both a birth and postpartum doula. In this work I have been able to walk alongside adults navigating many life experiences including:

  • life transitions

  • perinatal mental health difficulties

  • challenges with substance use and

  • grief and loss, including early and late-term perinatal loss.

I approach counselling as a collaborative process, informed by anti-oppressive and trauma-sensitive lenses.

I use various approaches in working with individuals including but not limited to:

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Somatic Experiencing Therapy

  • EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

  • Mindfulness

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your unique experiences and emotions, particularly for perinatal families and those navigating early parenting.

Using Strengths-Based, Mindfulness, and Emotionally Focused approaches, I tailor therapy to meet your individual needs.

Together, we will uncover your inherent strengths and find meaning and purpose in your journey.

Whether you’re facing challenges like grief, trauma, anxiety, or relational distress, I’m here to walk alongside you in healing deeper relationships with others.