Glenn (he/they) holds a Masters in Counselling Psychology from City University in Vancouver. He is also a Registered Nurse and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.

Glenn has worked over 20 years in mental health and substance use services. Glenn’s areas of competence include working with individuals in the LGBTQIA community, addiction, depression, anxiety, anger and interpersonal violence. Having worked for over two decades as a frontline registered nurse, social worker and clinical counsellor in health care, Glenn has an interest in working with individuals in the health care field.

Glenn draws upon various modalities, including Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing. Glenn is in his third and final year of Somatic Experiencing training.

Outside of his professional life, Glenn loves spending time outdoors and you may very well see him on one of the many hiking trails in the Okanagan. He also loves animals. He and his partner have two cats, Casey and Carl. Carl wants a dog but Casey is against it.

Areas of Focus:

LGBTQIA+ and allies Substance Use Depression Anxiety Front Line Healthcare Providers Individuals, Couples & Families 18+

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Please note: Lucas is currently working with clients aged 19+

Lucas is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from City University in Seattle. He brings a holistic approach to mental health, helping individuals find their unique path to self-understanding and growth. With a foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Lucas tailors his support to what emerges for each client.

In his practice, Lucas offers specialized support for individuals facing Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), ADHD challenges, and those working in frontline responder roles. He is skilled in guiding clients through grief and anger management, with a particular focus on working with men to foster resilience and personal growth. Moreover, Lucas is passionate about helping couples strengthen their relationships, offering support in parenting and navigating separation or divorce.

In addition to his primary focus on personal growth and mental wellness, Lucas is highly skilled in addictions counselling. Furthermore, he holds a Bachelor of Health Science with a specialization in Addictions Counselling from the University of Lethbridge and a diploma in Addictions Counselling from Sir Sanford Fleming College in Ontario. Since 2000, Lucas has worked in diverse settings, from large government mental health clinics to outpatient addiction centers and group homes.

When not at work Lucas can be found outdoors enjoying nature, walking, camping, fishing or hiking. He belongs to a local CrossFit gym and enjoys spending as much time as possible with his children and partner.

He also enjoys reading a good book about Psychology or Self Development.

Areas of Focus: - Adults & Couples - Depression & Anxiety - PTSD & Trauma - Personality Disorders - Personal Growth and Spiritual Healing - Anger Management - Narcissism - Athlete & Sports Psychology 

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Jennalyn (she/her) is a counsellor with OK Clinical Therapy Group and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP).

Jennalyn is known for her compassionate, warm, and direct approach to therapy. She believes clients are the experts in their own lives and works collaboratively to support meaningful, sustainable change. Her work is informed by person-centred therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, emotionally focused therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), as well as somatic and polyvagal-informed approaches. (If these approaches are unfamiliar, that’s okay—we’ll explore together what feels most helpful for you.)

Jennalyn’s approach is grounded in the following principles: - Relationships and communication are paramount. - Skills and resilience can be learned and strengthened. - All behaviours make sense within context.

Jennalyn works with individuals and couples, with a particular focus on professionals and entrepreneurs balancing work demands, leadership roles, and personal relationships. She helps clients explore patterns related to stress, identity, burnout, and connection, while also supporting nervous system awareness and regulation. In her work with couples, Jennalyn supports partners in identifying and shifting unhelpful cycles, improving communication, and building deeper emotional closeness. She has completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 training.

Jennalyn offers evening and weekend availability to support clients with busy or non-traditional schedules.

Outside of her clinical work, Jennalyn enjoys hiking Okanagan trails with her giant dog, playing piano, and experimenting with new baking recipes.

Areas of Focus: - Couples and relationship counselling - Professionals and entrepreneurs - Stress, burnout, and nervous system regulation - Self-esteem and personal growth - Communication and conflict resolution - Life transitions

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Blaine (he/him/his) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. with a Master of Arts in Applied Theology from Regent College in Vancouver, B.C. He has also completed undergraduate and graduate coursework in psychology and counselling at Kwantlen University and City University of Seattle. Since obtaining his MA he spent nearly four years working for Non-Governmental Organizations in both Haiti and the Central African Republic. Upon returning to Canada, Blaine spent eight years working as a behaviour consultant, supporting adults with intellectual differences, and their support teams. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Blaine is equipped to provide the best support to those in need.

Blaine believes it is the profound privilege and sacred duty of a counsellor to listen with reverence when engaging in the therapeutic process. He tends to take a solution-focused approach with an emphasis on behavioural interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment, and Dialectic Behaviour Therapy. He is also influenced by Existential and Humanist Psychotherapy.

When not at work Blaine enjoys road, mountain, and adventure cycling, hiking, walking, paddle boarding, snowshoeing, and other outdoor activities and adventures.

Areas of Focus: - Depression and Anxiety - Stress Management - Adult and Youth: ADHD, ASD, LD, ID - Cross-Cultural Issues - Personal Growth

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Emma has completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Adler University. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC).

Emma is deeply committed to building authentic and collaborative relationships with clients. Her work is largely informed by Person-Centered Therapy which is grounded in authentic, accepting, and empathic therapeutic engagement. Emma tailors her approach to meeting clients’ specific needs and enjoys incorporating expressive arts therapies, mindfulness, and somatic practices into therapy sessions. Her training in multicultural counselling and social justice has also informed her passion for providing inclusive, safe, and individualized care for clients of all backgrounds. She believes that clients are the experts of their own experiences and takes a stance of informed curiosity to provide socially responsible services.

Prior to her graduate studies, she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus. Through a practicum opportunity, she was also able to work at The Lab of Meditation where she had an opportunity to develop trauma-informed mindfulness skills. Emma enjoys working with clients of all ages, including adolescents, adults, and seniors.

Outside of counselling, Emma enjoys spending time in nature, going on adventures with her cat, doing yoga, and getting creative.

Areas of Focus: - Adolescents and Adults - Self-Esteem and Self-Worth - Anxiety - Life Transitions - Personal Growth - Mindfulness

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EMILY FOSTER B.B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed. (School Counselling)

Emily is a dedicated and passionate teacher. She has been an educator for seven years in learning support, inclusive education and school counselling.

Emily takes a trauma-informed, person-centred, and solution-focused approach. She believes everyone carries their own strength and resilience, and she works alongside clients to help them uncover it. With compassion, care, and a genuine presence, Emily creates a welcoming space where people feel safe, understood, and supported as they navigate growth and change.

She is especially passionate about advocating for children, nurturing confidence, self-worth, and social skills, and supporting the LGBTQ2SI+ community. Emily has extensive experience helping children and families navigate school-related challenges, including social and emotional regulation, separation anxiety, academic learning strategies, and the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), while fostering positive collaboration with teachers and school staff.

Emily is well-informed in the areas of anxiety, depression, attention difficulties, neurodivergence, and trauma. Emily acknowledges that she lives, works, and learns on the traditional, unceded, and occupied territories of the Syilx/Okanagan people.

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Dolores is a compassionate, engaging and skilled counsellor with over 20 years of experience in the social work industry. She practices within an ecological strengths perspective framework. She operates from a humanistic, ethnic sensitive, psychodynamic theories and uses a plethora of models including structural, narrative, Satir, Attachment and Solution Focused models.

Areas of Focus:

• Grief & Loss

• Trauma

• Life Transitions

• Intimate Partner Violence

• Sexual Abuse – recent and historic

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Danielle is a practicum student at OK Clinical Therapy Group and is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP). Her experience as a nurse shaped her deep respect for the strength and complexity of the human experience. Particularly, during times of vulnerability and transition is where she felt it most. This background deeply informs her compassionate, grounded presence as a therapist.

Danielle works from a relationally focused psychodynamic lens and integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and somatic practices in her work. She is deeply curious about each person’s unique story and is guided by a person-centered, strengths-based approach. Moreover, Danielle believes that healing is an innate process and that the therapeutic relationship can support clients in reconnecting with their sense of agency, resilience, and belonging.

Areas of Focus include: - Relationship and Family Dynamics - Attachment Trauma and Secure Relating - Community and Belonging - Grief and Loss - Mindfulness and Somatic Awareness

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Val is guided by the belief that people are the experts of their own lives, Val will work collaboratively with you to cultivate new ways of looking at problems, help you develop new skills and draw on your strengths to assist you along your journey. She builds a safe and trusting relationship, essential for the work of counselling to occur. Val works with individuals and is trained in and uses Emotionally Focused Therapy when working with couples.

Areas of Focus:

• Relationship issues

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Family matters

• Spiritual concerns

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Bev holds her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Yorkville and offers services online. She has a special interest in couples, anxiety and fertility issues. Clients who utilize Bev’s services will benefit from her wealth of life experience coupled with her knowledge of the latest evidenced-based therapeutic treatments.

Throughout the counselling process, Bev places an emphasis on building and strengthening a productive working relationship with her clients. She also collaboratively creates holistic treatment plans with clients centered on their needs and goals. These flexible road maps help the clients move from where they are now to where they want to go. During the therapeutic process she also infuses humour, empathy, acceptance, straight-forwardness, and compassion into her sessions.

Bev has a wide therapeutic breadth and is familiar with CBT, DBT, humanistic methods, motivational interviewing, and solution, compassion and trauma focused therapy interventions. In addition, she has her Level 2 Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She looks forward to positively impacting and supporting you on your journey to wellness!

Personally, Bev and her family are owned by five unruly beagles. These beagles like to take us camping, hiking and on many other outdoor adventures.

Areas of Focus: - Couples Counselling - Anxiety & Depression - Fertility - Stress - Trauma

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Ammy holds both her  Registered Clinical Counsellor status and Canadian Certified Counselor status. Ammy takes a holistic approach focusing on mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of healing. With a developed focus on addictions recovery and how it overlaps with other areas of counselling, Ammy works collaboratively with clients to discover their self-identity and navigate ways to explore their inner strengths. She holds an M. Ed Counselling from the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UNBC.

After completing her bachelor’s, Ammy worked with Northern Indigenous organizations supporting parents and grandparents through the postpartum journey and addressing intergenerational trauma that has been impacting families and young adults.

Ammy also worked with the Crisis Centre of Northern BC supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, and loneliness. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space for people to talk about suicide.

Ammy works with couples incorporating Sue Johnson’s Emotion-focused therapy to strengthen their relationship. She works from a trauma-informed lens, integrating elements from person-centered therapy, Cognitive behavior therapy, Bowen’s family systems, and strength-based therapy.

Ammy is certified in Sanyas Indigenous culture safety and core mental health practices, trained in an Emotion-focused therapy model to work with couples. She is also trained in process group facilitation for group counselling.

In her free time, Ammy likes to read a book by the river, kayak, hike, and enjoy family circle time.

Areas of focus: - Perinatal Counselling - Addictions and Substance Use - EMDR Therapy - Family and Couples Therapy - Grief and Loss - Trauma and PTSD - Anxiety and Depression - Offering services in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Gujarati.

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Balroop achieved her Master of Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, New Brunswick. The initiation of her career began to advocate the importance of mental health within all age groups. Balroop has worked with children and adults by assisting them in overcoming their emotional and cognitive challenges. While working with children in a school setting, she achieved her Child and Youth Care certification from Sheridan College, Ontario.

Balroop has an integrative approach; therefore, her methodologies are derived from multiple frameworks, such as Internal family systems, Cognitive behavioural therapy, DBT- dialectical approach, ACT- Acceptance and commitment approach, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and motivational interviews. She acknowledges the importance of self-confidence and encourages a collaborative perspective to proceed towards goal achievement. Balroop intends to provide a safe, judgement-free, empathetic, and trustworthy environment that enhances therapeutic relationships and results in growth through an insightful journey.

Balroop highlights the following areas of focus: • children 5+, youth, adults & families • emotional dysregulation • prenatal stressors/ postpartum • anxiety • self- harm • self-esteem/ self-compassion

Languages spoken- English, Hindi, Punjabi

Contact: balroop@okclinical.com or 250 718 9291

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Laurie is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who is deeply passionate about the work she does. With over 20 years of experience, she has had the privilege of supporting youth and adults through both struggles and growth.

Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that each person is the expert of their own life. Laurie works from a person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed perspective, offering a safe and supportive space where clients can feel understood and empowered. She integrates a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Observed & Experiential Integration (OEI), and mindfulness techniques, tailoring each session to meet her clients’ unique needs.

Laurie is passionate about working with both adults and youth, creating an environment of safety, trust, and genuine connection as they navigate life’s challenges. She also has extensive experience in grief, loss, and trauma, and has co-facilitated bereavement groups for many years.

Whether clients are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, or loss, Laurie walks alongside them with empathy, honesty, and encouragement. Her goal is to help foster healing, resilience, and hope.

Areas of Focus - Grief, Loss, and Bereavement Support - Trauma and Resilience Building - Youth and Adolescent Mental Health - Anxiety, Depression, and Stress Management - Relationship and Life Transitions Support

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Welcome, my name is Mary and I’m glad you’re here. Over the past decade I have trained in a variety of areas which have prepared me to support people navigating; anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, new motherhood, emotional regulation and challenging relationships. I am passionate about creating space for people to remember their peace and freedom. I believe deeply in the innate resilience of people and know change and healing are possible.

I use evidence-based practices and structured programs with tangible steps that help clients create real, lasting change. My therapeutic approach includes EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), the Gottman Method, Mindfulness, and Mind-Body Integration through breath and somatic awareness. My goal is to empower clients with practical strategies that promote healing, confidence, and a balanced, meaningful life.

Yoga has shaped my life and my work. I have taught meditation, breathwork and mindfulness at retreats, schools and speaking events, and integrate those tools into therapy for clients who find mind-body work supportive. I bring a love of nature to my practice and find being outside one of many ways I find presence in life

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, EMDR-trained (in the process of certification), and trained in the Gottman Method Level 1. I also hold a 300-hour Yoga, Meditation, and Breathwork Teacher Training certification.

If you feel we may be a good fit, let’s chat.

Areas of interest: - Anxiety & Depression - Trauma - Emotional Regulation - Stress Management & Life Transitions - ADHD - Relationship issues - Goal Setting - Self Esteem - Body Image

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Sara (she/her) is a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) program and is currently completing her practicum with OK Clinical Therapy Group in Kelowna and West Kelowna.

Born in Korea and raised in Canada, Sara brings a bicultural perspective that shapes her openness and respect for diverse identities and lived experiences. She approaches therapy in a culturally responsive, evidence-based way, supporting clients in building self-awareness, resilience, and emotional balance while honouring the role of identity.

Sara believes each person’s experience is unique and tailors therapy to align with clients’ goals, values, and pace. Her style is warm, empathetic, and direct. She offers clear feedback and gentle, honest reflections while remaining deeply respectful of where each client is in their process, creating a supportive and collaborative space where meaningful change can unfold.

Her work is grounded in a person-centered, trauma-informed approach and integrates elements of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), narrative therapy, and psychodynamic principles. She places strong value on building a trusting therapeutic relationship grounded in empathy and respect.

Sara is practicing as an intern under the supervision of Val Harbour (RCC #15227)

Areas of Focus include: - Anxiety and worry - Depression and low mood - Stress, burnout, and overwhelm - Personal growth - Life transitions and adjustment - Interpersonal and relationship challenges - Cultural identity and belonging - Self-esteem and self-worth - Emotional regulation and coping skills - Individuals, couples, and families (ages 10+)

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Heather brings over 25 years of experience as a counsellor, supporting individuals across the lifespan in a variety of mental health settings. Her work is grounded in a growth-oriented, empowering, and person-centred philosophy.

Heather believes that our life experiences shape the stories we carry about ourselves, others, and the world. Some of these stories serve us well; others may limit us or come at a cost. Therapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore how these patterns have developed and to move toward a way of living that feels more aligned with one’s values and goals.

Heather has extensive experience working with adults navigating life transitions, trauma, addictions recovery, grief and loss, and relational challenges. She has particular sensitivity in supporting women healing from trauma and individuals adjusting to significant life changes. Her approach is compassionate, reflective, and collaborative, helping clients deepen self-awareness while building practical tools for meaningful change.

Heather believes that at any stage of life, therapy can help us better understand our conditioned responses, strengthen self-trust, and cultivate healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

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Paula holds a Master of Social Work from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Social Work from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University). She also completed a diploma in Child and Youth Work (CYW) from Humber College. Originally from Toronto, Paula now calls the Okanagan home, where she is dedicated to supporting individuals and families in their journey toward healing and growth.

With over 17 years of experience coaching gymnastics and a background in Child and Youth Work, Paula brings a deep understanding of human development, motivation, and mental well-being. Her work in sport and with athletes has given her unique insight into performance anxiety, confidence, and mindset — which she integrates into her counselling with youth, adults, and women alike. Paula’s neurodivergent-informed approach allows her to support clients through ADHD, anxiety, and emotional regulation challenges, helping them develop strategies that work with, not against, their individual wiring.

Paula is particularly passionate about empowering women and mothers, nurturing strong mother-daughter relationships, and guiding clients through life’s transitions with compassion and clarity. Her therapeutic approach is holistic and trauma-informed, addressing the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of wellness.

She strives to create a safe, grounding space where clients can explore their strengths, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves — whether they are athletes navigating sport performance pressures, teens developing identity, or women rediscovering balance and self-worth.

Areas of Focus include: - Neurodivergent (ADHD) Support & Coaching - Child, Youth, and Young Adult Mental Health - Women’s Mental Health and Identity - Mother-Daughter Relationships - Sport, Athlete, and Performance Counselling - Anxiety, Depression, and Emotional Regulation - Trauma-Informed and Holistic Care

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Christina, a Registered Social Worker (RSW), holds a BA in Psychology and a MA in Clinical Social Work. With over 6 years of dedicated experience working with children and youth, she brings a deep understanding of their needs to her role. Christina’s passion for making a positive impact on young lives is why she has chosen to pursue clinical social work. Her experiences have encompassed roles in coaching sports, youth after-school programs, and working with youth experiencing complex substance use and mental health adversities.

Christina’s practice commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for children and youth to thrive in. She firmly believes that fostering such an environment is essential for supporting their emotional and psychological growth. Using a child-centred and person-centred approach allows Christina to tailor her interactions to each individual’s unique needs. This approach resonates deeply with her as it empowers individuals to be active participants in their own healing journey.

Christina is particularly drawn to expressive therapies, such as play and art therapy. She recognizes the power of these creative mediums in allowing individuals to communicate complex emotions and experiences that might otherwise be challenging to express verbally. These methods offer a unique opportunity for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings in a safe and non-judgmental space.

Outside of the professional environment, Christina enjoys spending time in nature, playing beach volleyball, skiing and snowboarding, travelling, and spending time with friends and family.

Areas of Focus: - Children, youth, and families - Grief - Trauma & PTSD - Anxiety & Depression - Self-esteem - Relationship dynamics

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Lindsay is a practicum student at OK Clinical Therapy Group and is currently completing his Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University. His background as an educator has fostered a deep appreciation for the strength and resilience of individuals. This experience informs his ability to connect with people, recognize their unique gifts, and support them in achieving their personal goals. 

Lindsay works from an integrated approach that combines a cognitive-behavioural and constructivist lens. He draws on person-centered, narrative, and solution-focused practices to meet clients where they are. He is deeply curious about each person’s story and is guided by a strengths-based perspective. Lindsay believes that healing is an innate process, and that the therapeutic relationship can help clients reconnect with their sense of agency, resilience, and connectedness to others. 

He is currently practicing as an intern under the supervision of Jim Robertson (CCC # 3305; RCC# 18688). 

Areas of Focus include: - Depression  - Anxiety  - Relationship Challenges  - Motivation and Organization  - Visualization and mindfulness  - Works with individuals, adolescents, and young adults

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Currently accepting new clients in West Kelowna. Kelowna clients are welcome to join the waitlist for future availability.

Jenni (she/her/hers) is passionate about helping people grow in deeper understanding about themselves, whether in their relationships, sex life, or their mind. She will help reframe shame and transform it into self-compassion. It is incredibly important to Jenni that everyone have a safe place to talk about sex, intimacy, and relationships, in our world where these topics are taboo and controversial. Some of her specialty areas include LGBTQIA2S+, ENM/polyamory, BDSM, and hormone readiness assessments. Alongside her passion for sex-informed therapy, Jenni enjoys supporting survivors of trauma of any kind, including religious, family, car accidents (ICBC approved counsellor and direct billing available), and many others. Jenni creates a calm sanctuary where people can sort through the chaos of their lives or their mind, allowing them to discover what they truly want and need in their lives.

Jenni is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Prior to becoming a counsellor, Jenni worked as a Registered Nurse for ten years in a variety of areas including hospital, crisis support, clinical education, and mental health and addictions case management.

Drawing from multiple therapeutic modalities, Jenni tailors her counselling approach to each client. Some of her favourite approaches include EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), inner child work, cognitive therapies (CBT, DBT, ACT), and many others. Jenni has recently completed training with the Justice Institute on using somatic approaches with trauma.

Outside of work, Jenni is a stepmom to two school-aged boys, one diagnosed with Autism.

Areas of Focus: - LGBTQIA2S+ - Couples - EMDR for all ages - Sex Therapy - Anxiety/PTSD/Trauma - Borderline Personality Disorder and Emotional Dysregulation - Men and Male Sexuality

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Zoe (she/her) is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Master’s of Social Work (MSW) at OK Clinical Therapy Group. She has worked for nearly a decade in the social services sector and has a strong community resource and problem-solving background. She meets clients where they are at with compassion, empathy, and care. Zoe has a passion for working with clients to explore the challenges and opportunities life’s journey brings.

Zoe works with clients from all walks of life to address issues around self-acceptance, body image, and identity. She loves helping clients explore their values and goals, work on habit formation, reduce stress, and improve their quality of life. Moreover, she uses a holistic approach to explore an individual’s whole life picture, including their environmental, social, psychological, and spiritual well-being. Zoe tailors her therapeutic approach to fit the individual and what works for them.

Additionally, Zoe enjoys working with couples and individuals focused on relationships, healthy communication, emotional expression, and boundaries. This includes working with folks with a history of relationship and family trauma and abuse. She welcomes clients who are exploring sexuality, intimacy, friendship, and relationships of all types.

Furthermore, Zoe is experienced working with clients experiencing anxiety and depression. Also, she uses a non-pathologizing, mindfulness-based approach to explore the protective functions of these mental health challenges, and incorporates trauma-informed Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skill-building to manage and cope. In addition, she has also completed Gottman Couples Therapy Training Levels 1 and 2. Zoe is currently working on incorporating Nature Therapy and Walk and Talk Therapy into her practice, and is interested in working with folks experiencing climate and existential anxiety.

On top of her Master’s in Social Work, Zoe has an undergraduate degree in Human Ecology from the University of Alberta and has experience working with pregnant and parenting individuals, as well as folks in crisis and substance use recovery. Also, in her free time, she loves hiking, gardening, crafting, cooking, reading, and spending time with her partner and dog.

Areas of Focus include: - Life Transitions - Personal Growth, Identity and Self-Discovery - Anxiety and Depression - EMDR - Perinatal Mood Disorders - Couples and Relationships - Self-Esteem, Body Image and Acceptance - Outdoor and Walk & Talk Therapy

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Jim, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, has a Master’s degree in Christian Studies, with a concentration in Counselling, from Regent College, in Vancouver, BC. After graduation, Jim opened private practices in Calgary, and Wetaskiwin, Alberta. He dealt with many clinical cases, from individuals struggling with low self-esteem to trauma from childhood abuse, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. He has counselled couples, done personality assessments, and taught communication and conflict-resolution skills. While in Alberta, he presented public seminars on mental health issues and was a part-time professor of Psychology at Rocky Mountain College.

Jim moved to BC, establishing practices in the Okanagan, and subsequentially on Vancouver Island. He joined the staff of Edgewood Health Network, in Nanaimo, first as an inpatient counsellor for individual treatment, then a family counsellor in the Family Support programs. Jim now has twelve years of professional experience as a substance abuse counsellor. He is skilled as well in individual, couple, and group counselling. He describes his philosophy of counselling therapy as follows:

“In my 28-year career as a clinical counsellor and educator, I have sought to create a “safe place where people can be vulnerable.” I consider the tender vulnerability of the soul a “sacred place,” to be treated with the utmost respect and compassionate care. Furthermore, my goal, therefore, is to establish a strong therapeutic alliance, where both myself and clients work in a collaborative change process. I employ counselling techniques from various schools and models, including Humanistic, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, and EMDR Therapy. Additionally, I believe, as did Albert Ellis, that what we think about activating events, produces feelings that drive behaviors. My goal is client empowerment, through greater self-awareness as well as equipping with knowledge and skills so clients can live mature, responsible, and enjoyable lives.”

Areas of Focus - Assessments, Treatment, and AfterCare - Depression - Anxiety - Abuse Recovery - Codependence - Relationship Difficulties - Grief and Loss - Life Transitions - Family of Origin and Personality Development

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Nicola is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who brings compassion, experience, and genuine care to her work with the people she supports. She holds a Master of Counselling degree from City University of Seattle and an MA (Hons) in Psychology from the University of Glasgow, Scotland where she studied before immigrating to Canada. With over ten years of experience supporting individuals through mental health challenges and times of crisis, Nicola creates a space where people feel safe, respected, and truly heard.

Nicola volunteers with the Central Okanagan Hospice Association, supporting individuals with life-limiting illnesses and families after the death of a loved one. She is also part of a provincial disaster psychosocial team, offering support to communities who have been evacuated from or lost their homes during forest fires and other natural disasters.

Nicola is committed to providing a welcoming, supportive space for people from all walks of life. Her work is trauma-informed and tailored to each client’s needs. She draws from several modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and existential therapy.

She especially enjoys working with adolescents and supporting them as they navigate challenges such as ADHD, emotional regulation, self-harm, self-esteem, family dynamics, and anxiety. Nicola has experience providing counselling services to teenagers in Kelowna’s middle school system and values building trusting, collaborative relationships with both youth and their families.

Nicola recognizes that loss is a universal part of being human and that grief can take many forms. She supports individuals experiencing all types of loss including those facing existential loss, such as the loss of dreams, identity, or the life they once imagined. She understands that life can change in unexpected ways, and she offers a compassionate space to make sense of those curveballs and move forward with meaning and care.

A strong believer in lifelong learning, Nicola continually expands her knowledge and skills. She has completed Gottman Couples Therapy Training Levels 1 and 2, Gottman Affairs and Trauma, and Gottman Parenting Coaching, along with additional training in grief and loss and supporting children impacted by trauma. She is currently furthering her education in cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia. Nicola has completed San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training and has worked with Indigenous clients all over BC.

Outside of her counselling work, Nicola is a married mum of three school-aged children. She loves spending time outdoors with her family and can often be found by the lake or skiing at Big White.

Areas of Focus include: - Adolescent Mental Health - Couples Counselling - Grief, Loss and Bereavement Support - Life Transitions - Women’s Mental Health and Identity

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Shavneet (she/her) is a Master of Social Work student at the University of British Columbia Okanagan. She is currently completing her practicum with OK Clinical Therapy Group at both the Kelowna and West Kelowna locations.  

Shav was born and raised in the lower mainland, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice. She has worked in a variety of frontline roles, including as a youth care worker in emergency residential placements for high-risk vulnerable youth, as well as individuals with developmental disabilities. She also brings in experience from working at youth and adult treatment facilities, and at a women’s homeless shelter.  

Shav is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and non-judgemental space for her clients to explore their emotions and build effective coping strategies. She believes in meeting clients where they are, valuing their lived experiences, and viewing them as the experts in their own healing journeys.  

Her therapeutic approach is integrative and trauma-informed, drawing on person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and an anti-oppressive practice. 

Shav is available to work with individuals of all ages, including children, youth, adults, couples, and families. Shav acknowledges that she lives, learns, and works on the traditional, unceded, and occupied territories of the Syilx/Okanagan people.  

Areas of Focus include: - Anxiety and Depression - Stress and burnout management - Cultural identity, immigration experiences and challenges between generations - Mental Health and Substance Use - Intimate Partner Violence  - BIPOC Support - Career Exploration  - Phobias - Personal Growth - Services offered in English and Punjabi 

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Clara (she/her) holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) and is currently offering services at OK Clinical Therapy Group. She is passionate about supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges through an empathic, client-centered approach.

Drawing from her background in Kinesiology and community outreach, Clara integrates trauma-informed, evidence-based techniques grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Theory, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Her work supports clients in developing coping skills, building resilience, and fostering self-compassion, while also deepening emotional awareness and connection within relationships.

Clara offers individual counselling, individual relationship counselling, and couples counselling, with a particular focus on attachment patterns, communication dynamics, emotional safety, and relational repair. She works with individuals and partners experiencing relationship distress and life transitions. Additionally, Clara is passionate about working with women experiencing pre- and post-partum mood disorders. Clara emphasizes the creation of a safe, collaborative space for emotional exploration and meaningful change.

With a strong commitment to holistic well-being, Clara empowers clients by offering practical tools and insights tailored to their unique experiences. She values helping clients reconnect with their personal strengths and values while cultivating self-compassion, understanding, and secure connection throughout their therapeutic journey.

Outside of her counselling work, Clara enjoys fostering community and connection through her book club, group fitness classes, and sharing meals with loved ones.

Areas of Focus include: - Pre- and Post-Partum Mood Disorders - Couples Counselling - Individual Relationship Counselling - Anxiety and Depression - Stress and Burnout - Life Transitions - Attachment and Communication Patterns - Religious Trauma - Loneliness, Connection, and Relational Repair - Self-Compassion and Personal Growth

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*Please note that Kathryn will be on Maternity leave from March 1st - September 1st, 2026.

Kathryn is a Registered Social Worker and holds a Masters of Clinical Social Work degree from the University of British Columbia Okanagan. With 10 years of experience in the mental health sector, she has developed extensive expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches and client-centered care.

At the heart of Kathryn’s practice is creating a safe, gentle environment where healing can occur. She understands that seeking support requires courage and approaches each client with genuine empathy and compassion. Kathryn believes the therapeutic relationship itself is a powerful catalyst for change and works to establish a space where clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood.

As an EMDR-trained therapist, Kathryn specializes in trauma treatment using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to help clients process and heal from traumatic experiences. Along with trauma therapy, Kathryn specializes in addressing anxiety disorders, providing effective treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, and other anxiety-related conditions using Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Kathryn is passionate about empowering clients through psychoeducation, helping them understand their challenges and develop practical tools for managing them. At the core of her practice is a fundamental belief in each client’s inherent capacity for growth and healing.

Born and raised in the Okanagan, Kathryn feels deeply connected to this community. Outside of her practice, she enjoys spending time at the lake, walking with her golden retriever, and cherishing moments with her partner and children.

Areas of Focus include: - Trauma and PTSD (ages 18+) - Sexual Trauma - Anxiety Disorders, including OCD, Panic Disorder, and Social Anxiety (ages 12+) - EMDR Therapy - Depression - Grief - Life Transitions - Individual Relationship Counselling - Attachment Wounds

*Please note that Kathryn will be on Maternity leave from March 1st - September 1st, 2026. Kathr... Read More

Maureen (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor at OK Clinical, bringing a wealth of experience and education to her role. She holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, alongside a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Minot State University. Maureen’s journey began on a ranch in North Dakota, where she supported struggling men and women dealing with substance use-related challenges. Returning to Saskatchewan, she served as an Addiction and Mental Health Counsellor within Saskatoon’s Health Region, working with both youth and adults across outpatient and inpatient settings.

With expertise honed as a Family Counsellor for the Okanagan’s complex-needs individuals, Maureen’s approach is trauma-informed and attachment-based, creating a secure foundation for her clients. She seamlessly blends empathy with evidence-based techniques, including cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and mindfulness practices. These methods are tailored to resonate with each individual, fostering a sense of being genuinely heard and understood.

As a dedicated Registered Clinical Counsellor, Maureen offers custom counselling services, ensuring therapy’s accessibility. Maureen’s adept skills and heartfelt approach guide clients toward positive change and holistic well-being.

When not working at the clinic, Maureen enjoys reading, biking, crafting, outdoor activities with friends, and spending time with her two cats, Spock and Uhura.

Areas of Focus: - Addiction - Depression - Anxiety - Relationship Issues - Stress Management

Maureen (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor at OK Clinical, bringing a wealth of experi... Read More