Hi, I'm Jen Barth, Registered Clinical Counsellor in the Comox Valley
I'm the founder of Align Therapy, and I'm glad you're here.
I believe you are the expert in your own life. Sometimes life gets complicated, and it's hard to find your way back to what feels true for you.
My role is to walk alongside you as you uncover patterns, build insight and find meaningful ways forward, toward a life that feels more aligned with who you are and what matters most to you.
I am certified and specfically trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy ® (ART), Polyvagal Theory and Trauma modalities.
Wherever you’re starting from, there’s a path forward. Here’s how I can support you:
My Approach
My approach is warm, collaborative and trauma-informed. I draw on solution-focused, somatic, narrative, Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, CBT, mindfulness-based and response-based therapies, shaped around your needs, strengths and preferences.
Together we can explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, relationships and past experiences connect, and build greater safety, self-awareness and emotional regulation along the way.
Areas I focus on
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Trauma, PTSD and complex trauma (C-PTSD)
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Religious trauma and deconstruction
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Grief and loss
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Relationship challenges
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Major life transitions, including perimenopause and menopause
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Neurodivergence
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Chronic illness
I'm an LGBTQIA2S+ ally and welcome clients of all backgrounds and identities. I currently work with adults 19+.
Credentials
"Before therapy, I felt something was wrong with me and couldn’t pinpoint anything specific. Working with Jen helped me recognize repressed feelings in a safe space and work through years of unresolved emotions. Her compassion and understanding allowed me to openly share without fear of judgment. I’ve learned how to sit with the uncomfortable feeling and give myself permission to just be. Not to try to fix but to observe…allow myself to feel but not be overwhelmed by the feelings.
I never thought talking to someone could make such a difference and am pleasantly surprised as how light I now feel."
— R.B.
Frequently asked questions
You don't have to navigate this on your own.
Taking the first step doesn't mean you need to have everything figured out. It simply means you're open to exploring what's possible. I offer a free 15-minute meet-and-greet so we can connect, talk about what you're looking for, and see whether working together feels like a good fit, with no obligation to book afterward.