Best Self Forward

Individual & Couples Therapy
in Victoria BC

Best Self Forward

Individual & Couples Therapy in Victoria BC

Welcome to Best Self Forward Therapy's Counselling Services!

Navigating the Path to Lasting Connections

Navigating life’s challenges can be a transformative journey, and I’m here to accompany you every step of the way. I’m Maha Elias, a dedicated therapist passionate about fostering lasting connections and empowering individuals and couples to thrive.

 

Life’s journey is unique for each of us, and seeking support is a courageous step toward growth and fulfillment. Whether you’re facing relationship complexities, individual struggles, or seeking proactive approaches to enhance your life, you’ve found a safe space here.

Explore the possibilities of self-discovery, healing, and connection. Together, we’ll embark on a collaborative journey to transform obstacles into opportunities and pave the way for a more fulfilling life. Your journey begins now—welcome!

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Maha Elias Couples Counsellor, Victoria BC

Hello and thank you for exploring my website. I’m Maha Elias, your dedicated therapist, specializing in couples counselling. Holding the designations of a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), and Comprehensive Family Mediator (FMC), I bring a wealth of expertise to our sessions. My journey into counselling was fuelled by personal and relational struggles, instilling in me a deep desire to help others navigate their challenges. My mission is to empower you to access your inner strength and skillfully navigate life’s obstacles. I am particularly passionate about guiding couples, aiding them in transforming challenges into opportunities for self and other-discovery, and fostering personal and relational growth. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together, where we’ll discover and cultivate the depth of your relationship.

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Maha Elias Couples Counsellor, Victoria BC

Hello and thank you for exploring my website. I’m Maha Elias, your dedicated therapist, specializing in couples counselling. Holding the designations of a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), and Comprehensive Family Mediator (FMC), I bring a wealth of expertise to our sessions. My journey into counselling was fuelled by personal and relational struggles, instilling in me a deep desire to help others navigate their challenges. My mission is to empower you to access your inner strength and skillfully navigate life’s obstacles. I am particularly passionate about guiding couples, aiding them in transforming challenges into opportunities for self and other-discovery, and fostering personal and relational growth. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together, where we’ll discover and cultivate the depth of your relationship.

More About Maha

Thriving Together

Who I work Best With

Embark on a transformative journey tailored for individuals and couples who embrace challenges and view stepping out of their comfort zones as an opportunity for growth. I specialize in working with those who are ready to explore the depths of self-awareness, eager to understand the factors shaping their lives, and are committed to unravelling obstacles hindering the realization of their desired lives. My approach is best suited for individuals who seek more than mere confirmation, but more so those welcoming the challenge of examining their lives, old habits and entrenched patterns. I work most effectively with those who are prepared to question and reevaluate their beliefs, thereby fostering a collaborative environment where self-discovery and meaningful change unfold. If you are ready to begin this exploration, I look forward to partnering with you on your transformative journey.

Thriving Together

Who I work Best With

Embark on a transformative journey tailored for individuals and couples who embrace challenges and view stepping out of their comfort zones as an opportunity for growth. I specialize in working with those who are ready to explore the depths of self-awareness, eager to understand the factors shaping their lives, and are committed to unravelling obstacles hindering the realization of their desired lives. My approach is best suited for individuals who seek more than mere confirmation, but more so those welcoming the challenge of examining their lives, old habits and entrenched patterns. I work most effectively with those who are prepared to question and reevaluate their beliefs, thereby fostering a collaborative environment where self-discovery and meaningful change unfold. If you are ready to begin this exploration, I look forward to partnering with you on your transformative journey.

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Real Stories of Relationship Transformation

Real Stories of
Relationship Transformation

Real Stories of
Relationship Transformation

Maha is an exceptional counsellor, and has helped our relationship immeasurably. She is extremely professional and we feel very comfortable discussing sensitive aspects of our relationship with her. she has an ability to pinpoint the precise issue we are dealing with in the moment and help us work through it. We would highly recommend her services to anyone.
-D & S. S
Maha is a phenomenal counselor. I have tried therapy multiple times and have never felt like it was 'successful' or that it made a difference. With Maha, I can list the ways that things are improved, tangible real world outcomes and I feel like, even though there is still more work to be done, Maha will get us there.
-Amy B
Maha gave us the tools to recognize and manage our triggers and understand how they were clouding our communication. She helped decipher what each of us was trying to express, vs. how it was being received. We now have the skills to handle difficult conversations before our emotions get the best of us, allowing each other the space to bring our best selves to the table. Maha is extremely skilled in her craft and we cannot praise her enough for the integral part she played in where our relationship stands today!
-I & F
It has been a great pleasure to sit and work with Maha. She has challenged me to approach issues with a different perspective as well as providing reassurance and support where I needed it. I am forever grateful for the growth and personal development that Maha has helped me navigate so far!
-R.U.
My wife and I came to see Maha because we were finding that our communication had bogged down after 25+ years together. I wasn't sure if this was going to help having personally had less than stellar experiences over the years with therapists, but I was open to trying anything that might improve things between us. Turns out, I needed have worried, Maha was a breath of fresh air. Her genuine engagement, empathy, and extensive knowledge had me all in by the end of our first session. Maha has helped us discover new ways of speaking and listening, and most importantly, of understanding the other persons point of view. We are still on our journey together with Maha, but I am hopeful for the future and sure we will get to where we want to be with her guidance and support. I cannot recommend Maha highly enough to anyone seeking help with their marriage or personal life
-Steve & Liv
Maha created a place where my husband and I could communicate and learn to communicate with each other and learn to understand one another. I cannot thank Maha enough for her ability to truly help mediate and help us in such a kind, thoughtful and understanding manner.
-Elizabeth and H
Maha Elias is truly incredible, I am so so grateful for everything she does. I have never met such an attentive, caring, passionate, and genuinely interested counsellor.
-Jake H.
Maha’s approach has challenged me in a gentle and reflective way, which has allowed me to discover and recognize my strength and resilience. She’s helped me reframe thoughts and given me a unique and positive perspective from areas in my life that I used to look at as weak and damaged. Maha makes me feel safe to be vulnerable. I have laughed and cried (sometimes at the same time) and no matter the topic or issue we are covering (and there have been A LOT) I leave our sessions feeling heard, understood and with a path forward.
-C.M.
Maha was our third counselor that we had consulted with and we immediately felt comfortable. As a younger couple (8 months of dating at the time), we were dismissed by other counsellors. Maha validated our experiences and has been an inspiring guide through our proactive couples therapy. With Maha’s guidance, we have felt more connected resulting in a deeper understanding of each other’s needs and a readiness to communicate them to each other.
-Phil & Megs
My partner and I came to Maha with a wide variety of issues and she has been a great help in guiding us through those. She is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate in her approach, but also gives it to you straight when there are things that need to be said. We like that she has a game plan beyond just letting/watching us talk. Our work with Maha has been extremely positive and I cannot recommend her highly enough.
-Eric & D
I have had nothing but a positive experience working with you. In fact, I am always recommending you to others because I feel like you have made such a positive impact on our relationship. We were in a bad place when I reached out to you, and since we have worked together, we have made huge improvements. I can't thank you enough.
-T & A Robins
Maha’s broad and varied depth of knowledge, as well as her empathetic approach, has paved the way to positive personal growth for me and my partner. It’s the first time my partner has ever been comfortable with a counsellor and we are reaping the benefits of her expertise.
-Lisa
The best way I can describe Maha is safe. She provided me so much safety and comfort so I could be my most vulnerable, open and honest self. She always made me feel seen and heard. Even though our sessions forced me to have difficult conversations, I genuinely looked forward to them because they provided clarity. I am so grateful for Maha’s support and the personal growth I made during my time with her.
-J.S.
Maha is excellent as a couples counsellor. We have seen several others and she is by far the most skilled and helpful we have ever had. Very grateful for this opportunity through our work.
-Mandy & Dave
Maha Elias is fantastic. Friendly, empathetic, and helpful, she's lovely to talk to and has helped me reach some useful insights about myself
-Jamie M.
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Maha is an exceptional counsellor, and has helped our relationship immeasurably. She is extremely professional and we feel very comfortable discussing sensitive aspects of our relationship with her. she has an ability to pinpoint the precise issue we are dealing with in the moment and help us work through it. We would highly recommend her services to anyone.
-D & S. S
Maha is a phenomenal counselor. I have tried therapy multiple times and have never felt like it was 'successful' or that it made a difference. With Maha, I can list the ways that things are improved, tangible real world outcomes and I feel like, even though there is still more work to be done, Maha will get us there.
-Amy B
Maha gave us the tools to recognize and manage our triggers and understand how they were clouding our communication. She helped decipher what each of us was trying to express, vs. how it was being received. We now have the skills to handle difficult conversations before our emotions get the best of us, allowing each other the space to bring our best selves to the table. Maha is extremely skilled in her craft and we cannot praise her enough for the integral part she played in where our relationship stands today!
-I & F
It has been a great pleasure to sit and work with Maha. She has challenged me to approach issues with a different perspective as well as providing reassurance and support where I needed it. I am forever grateful for the growth and personal development that Maha has helped me navigate so far!
-R.U.
My wife and I came to see Maha because we were finding that our communication had bogged down after 25+ years together. I wasn't sure if this was going to help having personally had less than stellar experiences over the years with therapists, but I was open to trying anything that might improve things between us. Turns out, I needed have worried, Maha was a breath of fresh air. Her genuine engagement, empathy, and extensive knowledge had me all in by the end of our first session. Maha has helped us discover new ways of speaking and listening, and most importantly, of understanding the other persons point of view. We are still on our journey together with Maha, but I am hopeful for the future and sure we will get to where we want to be with her guidance and support. I cannot recommend Maha highly enough to anyone seeking help with their marriage or personal life
-Steve & Liv
Maha created a place where my husband and I could communicate and learn to communicate with each other and learn to understand one another. I cannot thank Maha enough for her ability to truly help mediate and help us in such a kind, thoughtful and understanding manner.
-Elizabeth and H
Maha Elias is truly incredible, I am so so grateful for everything she does. I have never met such an attentive, caring, passionate, and genuinely interested counsellor.
-Jake H.
Maha’s approach has challenged me in a gentle and reflective way, which has allowed me to discover and recognize my strength and resilience. She’s helped me reframe thoughts and given me a unique and positive perspective from areas in my life that I used to look at as weak and damaged. Maha makes me feel safe to be vulnerable. I have laughed and cried (sometimes at the same time) and no matter the topic or issue we are covering (and there have been A LOT) I leave our sessions feeling heard, understood and with a path forward.
-C.M.
Maha was our third counselor that we had consulted with and we immediately felt comfortable. As a younger couple (8 months of dating at the time), we were dismissed by other counsellors. Maha validated our experiences and has been an inspiring guide through our proactive couples therapy. With Maha’s guidance, we have felt more connected resulting in a deeper understanding of each other’s needs and a readiness to communicate them to each other.
-Phil & Megs
My partner and I came to Maha with a wide variety of issues and she has been a great help in guiding us through those. She is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate in her approach, but also gives it to you straight when there are things that need to be said. We like that she has a game plan beyond just letting/watching us talk. Our work with Maha has been extremely positive and I cannot recommend her highly enough.
-Eric & D
I have had nothing but a positive experience working with you. In fact, I am always recommending you to others because I feel like you have made such a positive impact on our relationship. We were in a bad place when I reached out to you, and since we have worked together, we have made huge improvements. I can't thank you enough.
-T & A Robins
Maha’s broad and varied depth of knowledge, as well as her empathetic approach, has paved the way to positive personal growth for me and my partner. It’s the first time my partner has ever been comfortable with a counsellor and we are reaping the benefits of her expertise.
-Lisa
The best way I can describe Maha is safe. She provided me so much safety and comfort so I could be my most vulnerable, open and honest self. She always made me feel seen and heard. Even though our sessions forced me to have difficult conversations, I genuinely looked forward to them because they provided clarity. I am so grateful for Maha’s support and the personal growth I made during my time with her.
-J.S.
Maha is excellent as a couples counsellor. We have seen several others and she is by far the most skilled and helpful we have ever had. Very grateful for this opportunity through our work.
-Mandy & Dave
Maha Elias is fantastic. Friendly, empathetic, and helpful, she's lovely to talk to and has helped me reach some useful insights about myself
-Jamie M.
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Maha Elias at Best Self Forward is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), and Comprehensive Family Mediator (FMC) specializing in Couples Counselling. Best Self Forward clients are from all parts of British Columbia, Canada including but not limited to Greater Victoria, Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

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