I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through BCACC. I am also licensed through CCPA and hold a CCC license. I completed my Masters of Counselling Psychology at Trinity Western University and began working in my own private practice in 2016.  Before going back to school to pursue my masters, I worked as a senior executive in sales and marketing.  I believe that my unique education has allowed me to help people grow and develop and create change for themselves.

About 10 years ago, I became involved in helping a family with special needs children and it was through that journey that I came to the work I am most passionate about; helping parents of special needs families. Using play therapy, I am able to access children for ADHD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Autism and other types of learning disabilities.

The following list below are my areas of specialization:

• Personal development
• Assertiveness / Boundaries
• Depression, anxiety & panic disorders
• Phobias
• Past or recent trauma or abuse
• Relationship and couples counselling
• Addictions
• Divorce, separation and blended families
• Eating disorders and addictions
• Life transitions
• Gender dysphoria, LGBTQ transitions & other issues
• Communication building
• Grief counselling
• Career planning

CHILD AND YOUTH THERAPY

• Child play therapy
• Self esteem and confidence coaching
• Anxiety and depression
• Career exploration with youth
• Dealing with separation and divorce from the child and parents perspective
• Helping parents and children with strategies to deal with ADHD and ADD
• Assessments for Autism, ADHD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder 

PARENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ADVOCACY AND MEDIATION:

• Access to assessments and diagnosis
• Psycho-educational, Autism, ADHD testing
• Referral to local psychologists for assessments and testing
• Referral to local behavioural consultants and creating a behavioural intervention team
• Mediation with school districts and IEP planning
• Access to 3rd party funding and Ministry of Children and Family case workers
• Completing government and agency paperwork to obtain funding, therapy and resources
• Family planning at transitional ages: birth, school age and adult

The disconnection we experience from the things that bring us happiness and joy may cause us to feel overwhelmed and paralyzed by stress. My aim is to provide a supportive, non-judgemental, and safe environment to help support you through life’s difficulties that may have you feeling stuck and under pressure. Lifes challenges result in emotional and psychological stress in our lives and my mission is to support you in regaining control.

My work stems from a holistic and integrative approach which includes mindfulness, breath work, and evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, and DBT. I believe it is important to have a well-stocked arsenal of techniques as it enables me to effectively meet my clients needs. I assist my clients in accepting life challenges, discovering their strengths and abilities, and committing to change. My warm, gentle, empathetic, and attentive approach allows my clients to feel validated, empowered, and hopeful. I work from a variety of perspectives and work towards building self-compassion into your daily life.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Counselling. I have several years of experience working with youth on the Autism spectrum as a Behaviour Interventionist.

I have experience working with a broad range of mental health difficulties along with life challenges. I have worked alongside parents and teachers. My main areas of focus are those who present with anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. I also work with those who have experienced grief/loss, life transitions (school, work, moving), anger, and conflict resolution. I have experience helping support clients in setting boundaries in place, regaining control in their lives, and practicing self-compassion and mindfulness. My background provides me with an understanding to work with couples and families through a range of issues. Throughout my years of experience, I have also worked with those who identify as LGBTQ.

My warm, gentle, and compassionate nature allows me to build trust/rapport with my clients and allows me to create a safe place to openly share all thoughts and feelings. Ever since I incorporated self-compassion and mindfulness into my own life, I have responded to challenges in my life with kindness and understanding towards myself. By soothing and comforting ourselves when we’re hurting, we offset self-criticism and feelings of failure. I believe mental health is just as important as physical health. My duty is to join you on your path towards creating space for healing, change, and improved sense of well-being.

As a Trauma focused therapist, I help people who have experienced difficulties and challenges at any stage in their life. I  use my specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Focusing and Mindfulness to help you process and understand your experiences. Together we will work to empower you to find new ways to harness your natural capacity to heal and move forward in your life.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through BCACC. I completed my Master’s of Arts in Counselling Psychology and my Bachelor degree in Child and Youth Care. On my professional journey I have worked with children, youth, families, parents and foster parents. My work has allowed me to see no matter how big a problem feels; it is human nature to want to move forward and restore balance to our lives.

In addition, I am particularly proficient in helping youth and young adults navigate their modern-day difficulties.  Life transitions, family structure changes, and grief are also areas where clients can find relief through our work together.

I completed my masters through Yorkville University and I am registered both the BCACC and the CCPA.  In addition, I am a licensed teacher in both Ontario and BC which makes me all the more sensitive to the needs to youth and young adults.  I have been working in private practice since 2018.  I also spent years overseas teaching which makes me sensitive to having an inclusive and multicultural practice.

As a self-reflective practitioner, I am constantly working to maximizing the benefits to my clients to ensure they are successfully able to deal with change and life.

Some of my specializations are:

• Assertiveness/boundaries
• Personal development
• Self-harm and harm reduction
• Transitions
• Career planning and coaching
• Relationship issues
• Grief and loss counselling
• Mediation
• Trauma

My approach is versatile and dynamic where I use a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other interventions as the client requires.  In addition, I have completed the Level 1 Observed and Experiential Integration (OEI) Therapy workshop so have skills to help clients wot work through complex trauma.  Through this eclectic approach, I give my clients the tools counselling can provide which clients can apply to provide solutions in their daily lives.

I am a Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC) with the BC Clinical Counselor Association (BCACC). I have a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Youth Care and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I have worked in child protective services and mental health for over twenty years.  Working in social services has provided me with the opportunity to work with resistant clients who are often involved in high conflict and emotionally charged situations.

I address a wide range of problems including:

• Relationship concerns
• Stress & anxiety
• Conflict
• Abuse/neglect
• Unresolved anger
• Low self-esteem
• Family conflict
• Crisis intervention
• Establishing and maintaining boundaries
• Parenting issues

As a Trauma informed therapist, I help people who have experienced difficulties and challenges at any stage in their life. I  use my specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help you process underlying trauma that is impacting your life.

I specialize in the areas of family conflict, parenting and high conflict separation and divorce. There are many issues, concerns, and logistics to work out when a separation or divorce has occurred.  We will work together to minimize conflict for your family as you work through this process.  

I have received additional training and am qualified to complete Custody and Access Reports. Depending on your needs, I can do a full Section 211 report or either a Views of the Child or Hear the Child Report. I have extensive experience and training in interviewing children and assessing their social/emotional needs.  I have been called to court on many occasions to present my observations and findings. I believe that we need to support opportunities for children to share their views and be heard when their best interests are being determined. Everyone deserves to be heard.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). I have a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a Master’s degree in Counselling.

I have experience working with children, youth and adults who face challenges in mental health, suicidal ideation, anxiety, depression, cross-cultural barriers and anger management. I am an LGBTQIA+ supporter and have worked closely with children and their families.

My aim for my clients is to gain self-confidence, cope with anxiety and to provide customized skills and strategies.

In my practice, I emphasize creating a trusting professional relationship using compassion, empathy and understanding your circumstance more clearly. With added support and education, we can alleviate the current intensity of the struggle or difficult situation.

I am a Registered Clinical counsellor and a Registered Social Worker and have been in private practice for over 20 years. I have worked in the health field as counsellor, advocate, coach, and group facilitator assisting people in the areas of:

• Child development and Parenting Struggles
• Suicide ideation and mental health in Children
• Separation and Divorce
• Depression and Anxiety / Mood Disorders
• Grief and Loss counselling
• Past or Recent Trauma
• Communication / Anger Management
• Assertiveness and Boundaries
• Life Transitions
• Personal development
• Relationship and couples counselling
• Eating disorders and addictions
• Gender dysphoria, LGBTQ transitions & other issues

Some tools/training that I use in my sessions

• CBT
• Emotion regulation
• Resilience building
• Sleep Hygiene

I practice and value the client centered model knowing that you have your own answers. At this time in your personal or professional struggle, you may simply require different and unique questioning to come to a clearer understanding of your current situation. The single most important first step is to align with someone you will quickly know, like and trust so that you can be as open and honest as your forge a new path for yourself.  I am intuitive, astute and personable and would be honored to join you on your journey to a deeper understanding of your resilience and personal development.

I have spent many years as a behavioral therapist working with children and youth on the autism spectrum. I offer counselling for children with autism as well as support for parents. No matter what your struggle or difficulty is, I will work with you to support you in learning and developing the skills you need to help cope with the challenges you face.

I am a Registered Clinical Counselor.  I have a Bachelors in Education from The University of Alberta,, and I have my Masters in Counseling from St. Stephen’s University. I have been counseling for twenty years. 

I have training in Satir family systems, EMDR, CBT (Cognitive behavioural therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and I work from a holistic perspective.

My belief in the counselling process has been encouraged through my own positive personal experiences with counselling. Many of us experience times in our lives when we are faced with challenges, transitions, fears, loss, or decisions that may feel impossible to face alone. Counselling can help to navigate these difficult experiences, provide resources and tools to help you to heal and grow and be redeemed into happier, healthier more productive versions of yourself. Some of the challenges counselling can help you navigate are:

• parenting struggles
• grief and loss
• relationship issues
• mental health challenges such as anxiety or depression
• big life transitions
• stress
• emotion regulation

I work with youth, individuals, and couples. My approach is holistic, person centered, trauma informed, and strengths based. I also use mindfulness and experiential techniques as well as evidence-based strategies from cognitive behaviour therapy.   

I love yoga, beaches, chocolate, and summertime. I am an avid dog lover and believe in the therapeutic capacity of our furry friends. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your journey to wellness. 

I have come to learn and believe that humans can attain self-actualization when provided with the right support, tools, and skills. I align with CBT orientation as I believe having the proper mindset helps individuals morph into the best versions of themselves, thus achieving self-actualization. I also use Rogers’s person-centred approach in my work because the client is the expert of their own lived experiences.

I completed my undergraduate degree at Simon Fraser University with a BA in Health Science major and Gerontology Minor and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. With over ten years of experience volunteering and working with children and families, I found myself with a strong passion for counselling.

It will be a huge privilege to work alongside you as we journey together to help you through life circumstances and find healing.

The following are areas I can support you with:  

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Family Dynamics
• Parenting
• Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum
• Self Confidence and Self-Esteem
• Racial Identity
• Stress Management
• Time Management
• Boundaries
• Career Planning
• Relationships

Some of the hardships I have assisted people with are:

• Past traumas that they feel “stuck” with.
• Recent traumas and feeling overwhelmed.
• Working through panic attacks and other anxiety disorders
• Improving communication in relationships
• Working out boundaries and creating plans for difficult conversations

I have had the good fortune to be supporting people since 2007, when I began working in Mental Health and Addictions. I always knew that I wanted to be a trauma counsellor (growing up with a first responder for a father was bound to do that to one of us 4 kids), so I knew I needed to continue with my education and experience. In 2010 I obtained my Bachelor of Social Work degree and began working as a Probation Officer. While I enjoyed working with people and facilitating groups, probation was not where I ultimately wanted to be so I pursued my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University. After completing that practicum in 2013 and facilitating trauma groups, I began work as a trauma counsellor in a local non-profit, assisting women who had experienced childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault and/or domestic violence. More recently I have been working as a generalist counsellor, supporting people with a wide variety of issues/concerns.

My areas of specialization are:

• Addictions
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Communication/Boundaries
• Critical Incident Stress
• Depression
• Domestic Violence
• Self-Esteem
• Stress Management
• Trauma

I use the following modalities when working with clients:

• Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy
• Dialectic Behavioural Therapy
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
• Mindfulness
• Motivational Interviewing
• Narrative Therapy
• Psychoeducation

I have a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Additionally, I have earned Bachelor degrees in the Arts and in Education, as well as a Master’s in Education. Before counselling, I was a teacher for over 6 years in both elementary and secondary schools. I now work in private practice and as a high school counsellor throughout the school year. I love the fact that I have opportunities to work with children and adults! My various experiences have led me to work with diverse clients who have had many different needs. I have a passion for working with BIPOC clients and identify as a LGBTQ2S+ ally. 

My therapeutic approach is an integrative model where I work from an evidence-based, holistic lens. Some of these include CBT, MBSR, and SFT. I work with a range of different areas such as: 

• Stress
• Anxiety
• Life transitions
• Depression
• Creating and communicating boundaries
• Divorce/ separation
• Grief
• Personal development 

I believe that every individual has the potential and the capacity to face hardship with strength and resiliency. My passion is to help clients navigate the ever-changing landscape of their lives to discover their own strengths in the face of adversity and to celebrate the best versions of themselves. Through the therapeutic relationship I desire to create a collaborative, safe, non-judgmental and vulnerable space where clients can come to be seen, heard and known. 

Whether through unexpected or planned life transition, challenging circumstances or relationship, the daily battle with chronic illness and/or pain, or simply seeking to become the best version of themselves, my passion is to provide individuals with coping skills, management strategies and resources to gain self-confidence and motivation to move from where they are to where they want to be. I believe that our past influences our present but does not define our future. 

I have completed both my Undergraduate degree in Psychology and hold my Graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

I have a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree and a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and experienced yoga and meditation teacher and I embrace a holistic, mindfulness-based approach to mental health and wellness looks at how an individual’s overall life impacts their psychological, physical, spiritual, and emotional well- being. My approach is to help clients navigate their issues and problems within a safe, culturally responsive, collaborative empathetic, nonjudgmental, open space where we can build a therapeutic relationship designed to meet your needs.

I am passionate about mental health, physical health, disease prevention, healing, and emotional empowerment.  Life by its very nature is uncertain and comes with challenges, life transitions, grief, unexpected loss, illness, and change, and I am here to help make sense and help resolve the anxieties and issues that come along with it. I specialize in deconstructing and dismantling sociocultural pressures, childhood and family issues and trauma that can manifest into poor self worth and self esteem, eating disorders, overthinking, depression and anxiety. I am here to help you manage these issues, learn, heal and create long term sustainable strategies so you can live a peaceful and content life.

I also specialize in pre-marital, couples and relationship counselling helping clients identify their unmet needs, resolve issues and help create emotional safety, mutual understanding through effective communication promoting long lasting healthy connections.

My specialities include Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Self Esteem, Emotion Regulation, Stress Management, Life Coaching, Mindfulness-Based and Yoga Based Techniques, Health and Wellness, Couples Counselling, Relationship counselling, Separation/Divorce, Trauma, Eating Issues and Life Coaching, and Emotional Empowerment.

I have worked for over a decade as a voice coach with artists and students aged six to sixty-five, helping them discover confidence in themselves through voice work, drama, and public speaking to create life-affirming transformation through voice. I bring this same compassion and curiosity to my work as a Registered Clinical Counsellor at Crossroads Collective.

I have a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, and Bachelor’s degree in Acting. I am registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors.

Some of the challenges counselling can help you navigate are:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Grief
• Building Confidence
• Self-Esteem and Sense of Self
• Communication Skills
• Stress Management
• Personal Development
• Past or Recent Trauma or Abuse
• Establishing and Maintaining Healthy Boundaries
• Family dynamics
• Life Transitions
• Career Planning
• Health and Wellness
• Fears
• Relationship Issues
• Emotional Regulation
• Burn-out
• Career Planning

I believe people are innately searching to lead the best lives they can, with the tools they have. I work with adults, children and teens, in group, couples, and individual settings. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to see if we would be a good match. It would be my honour to accompany you on your journey.

Everyone is made up of unique parts that make them whole, from their life experiences, culture, gender, and even their familial background, which I am respectful of when working with you. I hope to use these parts to help you work on your resiliency and belief in yourself.

Stress can present itself in a multitude of ways, such as physically, mentally, or emotionally, spilling over into multiple areas of your life. I would like to help you learn to manage such stressors appropriately, resulting in you becoming a happier and more fulfilled self.

I am currently working to complete my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology to register as a Clinical Counsellor. I have previously obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and have extensive experience working with marginalized populations from diverse backgrounds, including those with undiagnosed mental health challenges, addiction issues, family fragmentation, and identity issues.

I work with children, youth, and adults, as well as all genders. I like to use a variety of techniques, such as mindfulness, person-centered, Alderian, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I aim to provide you with a safe space where you can share without judgment and feel heard and respected for your life experiences and needs. The journey to healing is a collaborative process that I hope to help you navigate successfully.

Some of the areas I can help you with include:

• Anxiety
• Burnout
• Building confidence
• Career planning
• Coping skills
• Depression
• Divorce
• Emotional regulation
• Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries
• Family conflict
• Grief
• Health and wellness
• Life transitions
• Racial identity
• Relationship issues
• School issues
• Self-esteem
• Stress

I have been a clinical member of Satir Institute of the Pacific since 2016 and a Satir Transformational Systemic Therapist for the Korea Satir Institute since 2010. I am also a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.

My main goal as a counsellor is to help bring out the positive potential of my clients so that they can live a more fulfilled and happier life. My main approach is Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy.

I offer counselling in both English and Korean.

I found my passion helping people through turmoil and hardship early in my career. I worked in crisis response and coaching for young adults and their families for a decade, supporting people through some of the worst moments of their lives. I’ve worked with individuals with diverse needs, many experiencing mental health crises. I moved into supporting children and youth, exploring how someone’s behaviour and routine can be a tool to supporting their wellness.

I’m currently completing a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University. I also have been fortunate to have taken a plethora of training and certification opportunities about crisis response, paramedicine, and leadership.

Some of my focus areas for counselling include: crisis counselling, trauma counselling (acute or historic), grief and loss counseling, LGBTQ2S+ support, anxiety, depression, youth & adolescence counselling, and addictions counselling. I work with individuals of all age groups, despite my experiences lending to younger populations.

Through my professional, personal, and educational experience, I have developed a passion for supporting others through hardships and celebrating their path to wellness. I understand that journey is seldom easy, and requires a lot of effort, dedication, and care to reach what can feel like an ever-changing horizon. I hope to join you on that journey together.

I am a Registered Professional Counsellor- Candidate (RPC-C) through the Canadian Professional Counsellor’s Association (CPCA). I am also registered through the CPCA and hold an RPC-C designation. I completed my Diploma of Applied Psychology and Counselling Specializing in Counselling at Kelowna College of Professional Counselling in July of 2020. While completing my schooling, I volunteered at KCR as a counsellor and outreach worker. Helping all types of people in whatever situation they were in. I believe that with my education and volunteer experience it has allowed me to hone my personal skills to help others and gave me the tools I need to help people get the necessary confidence to create change for themselves.

The following list below are my areas of specialization:

• Personal development
•  Assertiveness / Boundaries
• Depression, anxiety & panic disorders
•  Suicidal Ideation
• Suicide Crisis Intervention
• Past or recent trauma
• Mental and or Physical abuse
• Low self-worth/ Confidence / Self esteem
• Relationship and couples counselling
• Drug and Alcohol Addictions
• Gender dysphoria, LGBTQ transitions & other issues
• Communication building
• Grief/ Loss counselling
• Career planning