Vanessa brings nearly 20 years of experience in social services, offering mental health services and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds. Her work has focused on outreach, harm reduction, life skills guidance, advocacy, and social justice. Having completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, she is excited to offer services at OK Clinical Therapy Group.

Vanessa collaborates with clients to navigate challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and burnout. Using evidence-based approaches, she tailors her work to each client’s unique needs, guiding them toward greater clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose. She embraces life’s complexities, helping clients find moments of joy and humour, even in challenging times.

As part of her therapy modality, Vanessa’s practice is trauma-informed, strength-based, and intersectional, recognizing the influence of gender, sexuality, socio-economic status, and culture on well-being. She integrates Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Family Systems into her practice while providing neurodivergent and 2SLGBTQ+ affirming care.

Areas of Focus: - Anxiety and Depression - Identity and Self-Discovery - Personal Growth - Life Transitions - Relationship Dynamics - Career Exploration

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Jessica works as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC # 19149) and professional art therapist. She holds her Master’s degree in Art Therapy and Counselling Psychology from Adler University. From a compassionate and curious lens, Jessica strives to create a safe place for clients to explore and engage with their creative process and connect with their innate wholeness.

Using a combination of art and talk therapy Jessica works with a variety of presenting issues including, but not limited to anxiety, OCD, self-esteem, body image, burnout, trauma & PTSD, grief, and couples counselling. She has also worked extensively with addiction, first responders, families, and school related stress and issues.

Her client-centered, trauma-informed approach pulls from modalities such as EMDR, IFS, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness approaches, somatic therapy, and existential therapy.

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Anni is a fully bilingual (English & French) trauma and addiction recovery therapist and registered social worker based in Castlegar, BC, with over 20 years of experience. A resilient survivor of developmental trauma and cancer, Anni understands healing as an ongoing journey—one that can deepen purpose, vitality, and connection. She specializes in Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG), supporting individuals and groups in recovering from PTSD and rediscovering meaning and aliveness. Anni works with individuals, couples and groups.

Grounded in relational and capacity-based psychodynamic psychotherapy, expressive arts, somatic awareness, and evidence-based approaches, Anni co-creates therapeutic spaces that honour emotional regulation, agency, and authentic connection. Her practice is also enriched by 16 years of learning with Elders, Earth-based medicines, teachings, ceremony and Indigenous traditional wisdom. Anni sees healing much like tending a garden — requiring patience, nourishment, and alignment with the seasons of growth. Like deep tree roots, her own practices of meditation, relationship tending, and connection with the natural world inspire her to be grounded and present. Anni and her beloved partner of 27 years, and their family, live in Pass Creek BC.

Anni accepts clients ages 25 and older.

Anni is registered under the following: - BCSW #10120 - CCC #11264018 - OCSW #842188

Areas of Focus: - Trauma Recovery & Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG) - PTSD, Developmental Trauma & Complex Trauma - Addiction Recovery & Relapse Prevention - Somatic & Expressive Arts-Based Healing - Relationship Support for Couples, Families & Group

Testimonials: “My partner and I recently connected with Anni for some counselling, and we were so supported. She is very intuitive, emotionally attuned, compassionate, generous and clear. I would recommend her practice!” (Dayna Taylor, November 2025).

“I am no stranger to counselling and have experienced many therapists over the years–some good, some not so good. I had some online sessions with Anni a while back and even years later I still reflect on the experience. Her work is rooted in proven methods but it goes beyond that, to something that touches parts that traditional psychology cannot reach. I can only describe it as soul healing. She has a unique, gentle way about her and with me personally, I could feel her lovely and positive energy even through a computer screen. Even just a few sessions with her will leave a client feeling empowered with tools for growth and to see their own uniqueness and value in the world. I don’t say this about everyone in the therapy world but she is a true, genuine healer and empath.” (Carla Knipe, November 2025).

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With over three decades of collective experience dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families through various challenges, LA brings a compassionate and nurturing approach to her practice. Her extensive background encompasses expertise in assisting individuals grappling with eating disorders, navigating child protection issues, and fostering youth mentorship.

Drawing from a diverse toolkit of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), enhanced cognitive behavior therapy for eating disorders (CBT-E), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT), family-based therapy (FBT), and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), LA tailors her interventions to meet the unique needs of each client and their families.

LA’s areas of specialization include providing support for:

Eating disorders Depression and anxiety Custody and access matters Substance use concerns Perinatal counseling

With a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and affiliation with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counselors, LA is committed to delivering high-quality, empathetic care to her clients. Her dedication to fostering healing and growth underscores her role as a trusted ally on the journey toward holistic well-being.

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Tami is not currently accepting new clients. Please contact our intake team to explore other available counsellors or options that may be a good fit.

I am an experienced, supportive, down-to-earth Registered Clinical Counsellor who offers in-person and online sessions to youth and adults for a variety of concerns including, but not limited to ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have over 20 years of providing educational, career, clinical and crisis counselling to youth and adults within the post-secondary system including students with learning differences, are of Indigenous ancestry, international students, and those with a broad range of mental health concerns.

I believe that each person wants to make the best choices for themselves and sometimes we need some additional support in achieving our goals. I will work with you to identify goals and co-create a therapeutic plan, focusing on your needs. I will walk alongside you as you develop the tools necessary to make positive long-lasting changes.

Being a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I also hold a Masters degree of Education in Counselling from the University of Northern British Columbia and a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care from the University of Victoria. I work from a strength-based approach incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and clinical hypnotherapy in my work.

Areas of focus: - Life Transitions - Anxiety & Depression - Educational and Career Counselling - ADHD & Autism Spectrum Disorders - Clinical Hypnosis - EMDR

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Geoff Purdy is a Registered Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work, brings extensive experience, education and passion to his clinical counselling role. Trained in EFT and Gottman’s Method, he ensures high-level support in couples counselling as well as specialized techniques in supporting those through challenging mental health circumstances. Therapy, to Geoff, is a profound blessing, symbolizing personal growth and transformative change. He eagerly anticipates engaging with others to foster therapeutic relationships, aiming for not only successful but enjoyable therapy.

Having achieved academic milestones and a decade of clinical experience, Geoff is equipped with profound problem-solving skills. Acknowledging familiarity with challenges like anxiety, depression, addiction, and impulse control, he draws from personal experiences to guide others through life’s complexities with knowledge and compassion.

Geoff, fully trained in supporting couples, adults and teens, emphasizes collaborative work to appreciate differences and strengthen relationships discreetly. He looks forward to meeting individuals and couples, offering expertise and empathy to facilitate positive transformations in their lives.

When not working at the clinic, you can find Geoff riding motorcycles, fishing and spending time maintaining with his family and in his garden.

Areas of Focus:

Depression and Anxiety Men’s Challenges Relationship Issues Stress Management Substance Use/Dependence Youth Counselling

Contact Information:

Phone: 250-718-9291 Email: geoff@okclinical.com

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Erik Smyth is a counselling student with a unique blend of frontline public safety experience and academic depth. Erik grew up in Vancouver, immersed in the region’s cultural and physical landscapes. Growing up, Erik enjoyed hiking, fishing, and volunteering, continuing to do so today. These formative years helped him understand that everyone has a unique outlook, shaped by their life experiences, social circles, and culture. Passionate about helping others, Erik has dedicated his career to public service.

Drawing on 20 years of experience in law enforcement, firefighting, and the army, Erik has developed the ability to navigate pain, trauma, and dynamic situations with a calm, connecting presence. This background has allowed him to quickly build relationships, collaboratively create solutions, and maintain a safe space. Passionate about translating real-world experience into clinical practice, Erik believes that struggles can be overcome through reframing, understanding, validation and positivity. Erik is dedicated to helping clients navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, stress and relationships.

Erik holds a Bachelor’s in Sociology, Criminology and is working towards completing his Master’s in Counselling Psychology. Erik brings an evidence-based approach to counselling, utilizing CBT, person-centred therapy, narrative therapy and Gottman’s therapy.

Erik is practicing as an intern under the supervision of Mirrell Desjardins (CCC #100001749)

Areas of Focus include: - Anxiety & Depression - Stress/Burnout - First Responders and Their Families - Relationships and ENM - Psychodynamic Psychotherapy - Person Centered Therapy, Solutions Focused - Therapy & CBT - Gottman’s and Narrative Therapy

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Daniel is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MA) from Yorkville University. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in multidisciplinary Social Sciences from Trinity Western University and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from the University of British Columbia. Daniel has worked as a public school teacher and specialized in special/inclusive education, elementary learning assistance and school-based case management. This includes the support of children who have been designated by the BC Ministry of Education as living and learning with exceptionalities.

Daniel has been married for over 32 years. Together with his wife, Daniel has raised five children ranging in age from 17-29. Nelson has been home for Daniel and his family for 20 years and considers it a privilege to support a diverse clientele that makes up this beautiful community.

With an intuitive sense of empathy and evidence-based approaches, Daniel supports clients in their life journey’s from a strength-based and person-centered approach. Emphasis is on building and maintaining collaborative therapeutic relationships designed to bring about healing and whole-life transformation. As a certified counsellor, Daniel utilizes an integrative approach that includes: biopsychosocial treatment modalities, solution-focused and narrative therapies, family systems, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), psychodynamic, somatic mindfulness and positive psychology, each through a trauma-informed and multicultural lens.

Areas of Focus include: - Mindfulness and Self-Compassion - Self-Esteem - Anxiety and Depression - Couples and Family - Children and Youth - Relational Conflicts - Life Transitions - Problem-Solving - Stress Management - Complex Trauma - Grief, Loss & Bereavement - Addiction - Parenting Issues - Sleep Hygiene - Spiritual/Religious Abuse

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Molly completed her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, supporting youth, couples, families and adults with diverse needs and abilities. She works from a trauma-informed perspective, using Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and cognitive behavioural modalities to help her clients move forward at their own pace. With a keen interest in the principle of neuroplasticity, Molly provides non-judgmental support to those who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, injury, violence, loss, anger, or navigating the demands of parenting. Molly is trained in Somatic Experiencing with her Intermediate II certification and is an IFS Level I therapist trained through the IFS Institute.

Areas of focus: - Anxiety & Depression - Trauma - Parenting - Neurodiversity - Somatic work - Voice work - Individuals, Couples, Families - Children (10+), Youth, Adults

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Maya (she/her) is a counsellor and educator whose work is rooted in care, connection, and a deep curiosity in the human experience. Grounded in a person-centred and strengths-based philosophy, Maya’s practice reflects her unwavering belief in every human’s capacity for meaningful growth.

Her primary specialties are grief and couples work. Maya is drawn to these tender spaces because loss and human connection are among the most defining experiences we share- both shaping us in ways both subtle and seismic, both impossible to avoid in a fully lived life.

Maya concurrently works as a school district counsellor with a background in school-based inclusion and case management. In this role, she collaborates with children, families, and educators to cultivate inclusive, trauma-informed spaces where children feel truly seen and supported. Her approach honours the complexities of young lives, blending gentleness and playfulness to guide them back to the heart of childhood.

With warmth, humour, and a deep respect for each unique path, Maya helps individuals uncover their inner resilience and live in alignment with their values. She is passionate about the transformative potential of curiosity and the healing power of playful, meaningful connection.

Areas of Focus: - Grief and Loss - Couples and Family Dynamics - Anxiety and Depression - Identity and Self-Discovery - Life Transitions - Stress Management - Self-Worth and Body Image - LGBTQIA+ Allied

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Cassandra (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #27487) based in the Kootenays, who offers in-person, online, and phones sessions for a variety of concerns including, but not limited to self-esteem, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and life transitions.

To help guide her practice, Cassandra draws on the principles of Person-Centred, Somatic, and Nature-Based therapies. She believes in the healing properties of the client-counsellor therapeutic relationship and brings curiosity, humour, compassion, and warmth to her sessions. Cassandra is committed to providing nonjudgmental and compassionate care in a space where individuals feel seen, heard, and supported.

Cassandra trusts that everyone has the power to make positive changes in their life and that they know themselves better than anyone else. Her role is to help you identify goals, create a treatment plan, and provide you with techniques and tools that best suit your needs. Together, it is possible to navigate challenges and build new habits that reflect your personal values and lead to long lasting growth. 

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #27487), Cassandra has completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MA) from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Biology (Ecology) and Psychology (Neuroscience) at Vancouver Island University.

Areas of Focus include: - Self-Esteem & Compassion - Anxiety & Depression - Relationships & Sexuality - Mindfullness & Somatic Work - Stress Management - Outdoor / Walk and Talk - LGBTQIA+

Cassandra (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #27487) based in the Kootenays, who ... Read More