Paul Izenberg, BSc, MACP

Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #24807)

Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC #11245434)

Certified Anger Management Specialist (CAMS-II )

EMDR Therapist

About

I was born in Los Angeles and grew up surfing along the California coast. In my late teens, immersed in the rhythm of the ocean, I began reflecting more deeply on life and meaning. This led me to Buddhism, which I began studying and practicing at eighteen. Over the years, I dedicated myself to the path of meditation, including living in Nepal in retreat, and creating courses teaching people Buddhism and meditation.

Along the way, I recognized areas within myself that needed further integration and growth. This lead me to seek my own counselling to work on feeling my emotions, acknowledging them, and finding the freedom to trust my own values.

This recognition prompted me to return to university, where I earned a Bachelors of Science in Psychology and a Masters in Counselling Psychology. Alongside my studies, I also sought further training and supervision to support people to regulate their emotions, improve their relationships, and heal past trauma.

In my daily life, I enjoy staying active through swimming and running, the occasional triathlon, and sitting zazen. I live on the beautiful west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, with my wife, daughter, and cat.

I currently see in-person clients only on Sundays in Sooke.

Virtual sessions are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

Education

  • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology - Yorkville University (Graduated with Honours)

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology - California Institute of Integral Studies

Post Graduate Training & Education

  • I am looking forward to beginning training in the One-Year Intersubjective Self Psychology Primer Program with faculty from Training and Research in Intersubjective Self Psychology (TRISP) (2026–2027).

  • Nothing Is Hidden: A Comparative Exploration of Zen and Relational Psychoanalysis - The Stephen Mitchell Relational Study Center

  • Psychoanalysis and Attachment Theory - Toronto Psychoanalytic Society & Institute

  • Transdiagnostic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Unified Protocol for the Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders) - Dr. David Barlow & Dr. Todd Farchione

  • EMDR Basic Training - Trauma Therapist Institute

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Level 1

  • CAMS-II (Certified Anger Management Specialist – Level 1&2) - National Anger Management Association - Growth Central Training

  • Motivational Interviewing for Addiction - Dr. William Miller and Dr. Theresa Moyers.

My Approach:

Emotional Intelligence

Rates

Paul is now accepting new clients at Inner Knowing Therapy at a rate of $140 / 50 minute session and $200 / 80 minute session.

Insurance

Please contact your health insurance provider for counselling coverage under a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)or Certified Canadian Counsellor(CCC). You can submit your receipt to your insurance provider for reimbursement.

Direct Billing

Adjudicare, Alberta Blue Cross, Beneva, Blue Cross Medavie, BPA, Chamber of Commerce, CINUP, Coughlin, Cowan, Equitable, ESC, First Canadian, ICBC, Industrial Alliance, Johnston Group, Manulife, Maximum Benefit, Pacific Blue Cross, and The People Corporation.

An Invitation

If you're curious about working together, I welcome you to reach out. If something here resonates with you, feel free to schedule a free 20-minute consultation call—I'd be glad to connect and explore what might be helpful for you.