Counsellors

Sarah Chettleburgh

Sarah Chettleburgh

Sarah (she/her) has been working with Royal Roads since 2012 as a counsellor, career counsellor, instructor and team coach. Her varied experience gives her a thorough understanding of the challenges and rewards you may face as a student. Open, approachable and encouraging, Sarah creates a warm and comfortable space for personal exploration and growth. 

Approach

Sarah holds the individual needs of students at the centre of her work. Her counselling draws on elements of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solution-focused strategies, nature-based therapies, narrative modalities and coaching approaches. Sarah will work collaboratively with you to enhance your understanding of self and work toward your goals. 

Credentials

Sarah's a Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Sarah holds a Master of Education degree in Counselling Psychology.

Availability

Students may book appointments at either campus, or online. Sarah is available on the John Horgan Langford Campus on Mondays, and the Colwood Campus on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. She is available for zoom and phone appointments Monday-Friday. 

Gemma Fraser

Gemma Fraser

Gemma (she/her) has worked at Royal Roads University since 2014 in various roles, including learning strategist, counsellor and team coach. She's known for being warm and friendly. She creates an atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore possibilities in a safe and supported way.

Approach

As a counsellor, Gemma uses a variety of approaches including solution-focused brief therapy, narrative therapy, nature-based therapies, emotionally-focused therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy. She'll work with you to meet your individual needs with gentleness and compassion.

In a non-judgmental and positive way, Gemma can collaborate with you. She'll help you explore what's working well and areas that might need change, and create accountability for the change process.

Credentials

Gemma's a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and has a Master of Education degree.

Availability

Students may book appointments at either campus, or online. Gemma is available on the Colwood Campus on Mondays and Thursdays, and John Horgan Langford Campus on Tuesdays and Fridays.  She is available for zoom and phone appointments Monday-Friday. 

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Isaac Dellabough

Isaac (he/him) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who enjoys working with neurotypical, neurodivergent and culturally diverse people, most recently at the Neurodiversity Family Centre in Victoria, BC. He has always had a passion for working with others and helping them succeed in the life they want to live. 

Approach

Isaac strives to create a comfortable and understanding environment to explore all aspects of life. He believes each person is unique in their life experiences, yet shares a collective thread of humanity with others. He uses a combined approach of psychoanalytic, somatic, narrative, solution-focused, art and play therapy. Following the therapeutic styles that work best for you, he will collaborate with you in the exploration of your present concerns, help you learn more about yourself, and work to find realistic and suitable steps forward. 

Credentials

Isaac is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and holds a Master of Counselling from CityU.

Availability

Students may book appointments at either campus, or online. Isaac is available on the John Horgan Langford Campus on Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, Colwood Campus on Tuesdays, and for zoom and phone appointments Monday-Friday.