psychotherapist, Francois, based in Victoria - sitting in an office wearing a yellow, velvet blazer, meeting with a client on his laptop 
It's about the journey

Humanistic online psychotherapy on your terms

Holistic Psychotherapy
COmmunication
Individual Coaching

"The purpose of psychology is to give us a completely different idea of the things we know best.”

- Paul Valéry  
Maïeusthesia

A natural discovery of self

Discover and embrace who you are by exploring your thoughts and emotions with dedicated support that feels like a breath of fresh air.

online psychotherapy appointments with Orama Services 
Developped in France by Thierry Tournebise

Maïeusthesia is a form of therapeutic support through words and feelings

To protect us, our minds intentionally try to forget what hurt us. Maïeusthesia supports the rediscovery of these memories long forgotten—memories that our inner being wants to recall—by unravelling threads of thought, without revisiting or reliving any traumatic experiences.

Thierry Tournebise shared with other therapists his ability to recognize the thread of thought their client was following, to help them uncover significant memories —and their impact— to gain better access to their true selves.

Francois Viquesnel, portrait taken in a park in Victoria, BC 
Your struggle is the world redirecting you

A reimagining of traditional psychotherapy

Struggle highlights what is missing in your life, and the symptoms of that struggle expose something important to you that is waiting to be revealed.

We're not 'fixing' the problem or eliminating your struggle.
We're embracing it.

By embracing it, we will hear what your inner Self needs, and finally, both the problem and the solution will be clear and lead you to internal happiness and balance once again.

The only way is your way.

Kind Words

Testimonials

I especially enjoyed the 3 sessions I took with François.

With a simple, warm and smiling posture, his delicate guidance (it may not look like much) brought me to the essence of Maïeusthesia: the joy of homecoming with oneself!
With questions adjusted to the sensations -and not the hows or whys-, with adapted silences, I was simply taken to what had been forgotten and was waiting to meet me.
You will say, that’s nice, but why?
First, at the end of every session, I found a profound relief and the emergence of something meaningful, then a subtle change of inner positioning and finally a presence, a different way of reacting. For example, I often lack self-control with other people’s behaviour, now I find myself remaining open to others …. and that changes everything!

Many thanks François.

Jean-Christophe (Rezé, France)

François exemplifies the integrity, commitment and spirit of a therapist.  I found my session with François provided invaluable insight into my personal growth and success.
He exhibits patience and focuses on the issue at hand and guides with compassion and kindness.

Emily (Victoria, BC, Canada)

François’ subtle insight into the human psyche is exceptional. Not only is François perfectly in tune with the sensitivity and uniqueness of the person he is listening to, he also knows how to provide clever observations and raise profound questions that send the conversation in new and enlightening directions. François has an extensive and multicultural perspective associated with an impressive education and career in organizational behaviour, human resources, coaching, counselling, and psychotherapy. A consultation with François is like opening a treasure chest of possibilities for your personal development and your mental stability. Whether your goals are personal or professional (after all everything is related), Francois will reveal to you the best way to sort things out, patiently, step by step, at your own pace, and without judgement.

Adam (Vancouver, BC, Canada)

François is the kind of person that you believe in from the moment you meet him. His authenticity and integrity flow naturally. The amazing thing that happens with him is that you are able to quickly establish a climate of trust, care, and are therefore able to have open conversations without concessions. This also transpires through his contagious smile which makes you feel you’re in safe hands. Going on a journey with François is like going ton a gentle exploration of your territory and finding out about beliefs that you thought you had, only to discover the multiple layers ‘hiding’ one under the other. Your discover multiple layers of beliefs that have been hidden. François is one of the very few people that you can follow without questioning or doubting and this is authentic leadership at its best. With him your true self has a great chance to flower. If you are envisaging a journey of personal development because you know that you have so much more potential in you, he is the right person to guide you.
Missak (Dubaï, United Arab Emirates)

François is an excellent counsellor. He provides a framework in which I feel free to fully express what I feel without being judged or without my emotions being minimized. The benevolence and delight he shows are warm and gentle. I have already had many sessions with him and will return for more. I invite you to contact him if you are looking for his supportive qualities.

Philippe (Montreal, QC, Canada)

If you've been looking for a change

And you’re ready to:

  • Uncover the repeating patterns in your life that hold you back, and learn how to transform them to work to your advantage.

  • Nurture your energy, spirituality and relationship with yourself to find the answers to existential questions like 'Why am I on this planet?,' 'What is the meaning of life?,' and 'Am I going to be able to manage this situation?'

  • Embrace and manage your emotions by learning how to look at things from a fresh perspective so you can let go of feelings that aren't yours, feelings that are overwhelming or are simply too heavy to carry alone.

  • Navigate the hurdles, challenges and life-changing opportunities you experience after immigration, including managing intercultural relationships and communicating with confidence and self-awareness.

  • Become inspired by what your life can look like once you stop self-sabotaging, giving into your imposter syndrome and letting your low self-esteem win.

  • Improve your personal relationships by gaining a deeper understanding of how they show up in your life and how you manage them; we'll uncover layers that will help you learn how to communicate better, how to build loving, sustainable relationships and how to manage the challenges that come with those relationships, including emotionally transitioning after the loss of a loved one.

  • Gain peace and clarity about who you authentically are to move into a more sincere version of yourself, one that can consciously choose the next steps on your journey based on your deep understanding of Self.

This is the place
meet with a virtual psychotherapist 
Through reflection comes action

What to expect

YOU HAVE OWNERSHIP OF YOUR JOURNEY

You are in control of our time together. I don't dictate our talking points. Instead, we will explore what you are instinctively called to discuss, following each train of thought until you understand your inner voice.

THERE IS NO MAGIC PILL

Everyone's path is unique, so there is no playbook we use or specific timeline we depend on. Instead, we help you reconnect with your authentic self with gentle guidance, insightful questions, and a patient partner by your side. 

Let's shift the paradigm

How you feel right now is neither a problem nor a symptom.

It's a redirection to a life of greater contentment, authenticity, and accomplishment.

It's time.

To dive into the layers of your psyche (and have fun while doing it), connect with your inner feelings, and align your conscious and subconscious mind to find clarity and authenticity in your Self.