Kristie is a warm and compassionate counselor with a solid educational background, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. Her studies have provided her with a deep understanding of the emotional and developmental needs of children, youth, and families.

Kristie embraces a person-centered approach, prioritizing empathy and authentic connection with her clients. She is a neurodivergence-affirming therapist and a proud LGBTQ2SIA+ ally, creating an inclusive and supportive space where individuals, couples, and families of all identities feel safe and understood. With specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Kristie effectively supports clients working through trauma and challenging life experiences. Her approachable and compassionate style fosters a safe environment for clients to explore their emotions and personal growth.

A significant area of Kristie’s focus is supporting parents and caregivers during the perinatal period. She understands the profound identity shifts, relationship changes, and emotional challenges that come with becoming a parent. Kristie is dedicated to helping caregivers navigate these transitions with resilience and self-compassion, offering a nurturing space to share experiences and build strength.

Kristie also works with couples and families experiencing separation, recognizing the emotional challenges this brings, especially for children. She helps families navigate these transitions by fostering open communication, understanding, and cooperative co-parenting strategies. Her goal is to support families in maintaining healthy, supportive relationships throughout and beyond separation.

Additionally, Kristie is deeply committed to supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families. She advocates for a strengths-based approach that celebrates neurodiversity and works collaboratively with parents and children to develop strategies that improve communication, build self-esteem, and nurture positive family relationships.

Outside of her counseling work, Kristie enjoys practicing yoga and mindfulness—tools she integrates into her work to help clients manage stress and cultivate emotional balance.

With her friendly demeanor and dedication to holistic well-being, Kristie is committed to helping individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and thrive.

Areas of Interest: - Parenting - Pre/Postnatal Support - Children, Youth, Families - Stress Management & Life Transitions - ADHD - Trauma - Couples - Non-Rostered Hear the Child Clinician

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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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Jane has extensive training in using expressive techniques including sandtray and play-based therapies. Expressive techniques allow people of all ages to express their concerns and move towards resolution in a free and protective space without feeling restricted by trying to find the right words. Jane also offers an integrated approach drawing upon principles from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Family Systems.

Areas of Focus include:

• Family matters

• Relationships

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Trauma

• Grief and loss

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With over 20 years of successful counselling psychotherapy experience, Rosamaria, a Certified Canadian Counsellor, offers compassionate support to clients aged 5+ to seniors. Having worked in various settings, including hospitals, schools, counselling clinics and remote communities, she brings a wealth of expertise to her clinical practice. Rosamaria provides a safe space for clients struggling with various challenges, from relationship issues to mental health concerns. Her practice integrates diverse therapeutic methods, including EMDR & CBT, ensuring individualized support based on clients’ unique needs.

Rosamaria enjoys supporting individuals through depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, trauma, sleep issues, parenting, OCD and more. She supports couples and families experiencing situational and relational challenges and children experiencing behaviors concerns, ADHD and ASD.

Rosamaria has a special interest in supporting our vulnerable communities. Using a harm reduction approach, Rosamaria helps survivors of abuse and intergenerational trauma survivors cope with things such as PTSD and addiction. She also works extensively with families affected by historical injustices, such as those related to the societal challenges, including the impact of policies and events. Rosamaria’s diverse expertise encompasses trauma therapy, addiction counselling, and traditional healing ceremonies. Clients benefit from her extensive knowledge and commitment to fostering well-being. For those seeking understanding, healing, and growth, Rosamaria offers transformative support on their mental health journey. Areas of focus include but are not limited to: • Depression & Anxiety • Trauma/PTSD • Addictions • Relationship & Family Challenges • Stress Management • Grief & Loss • BIPOC Support

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Chanelle (she/her) is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of British Columbia. She is passionate about helping her clients achieve greater self-awareness and personal growth. With seven years of experience in social services, Chanelle supports individuals through life transitions, loss, and other challenges, always approaching each person with curiosity, compassion, and sincerity. In her holistic, strengths-based, and person-centered practice, Chanelle recognizes her clients as the true experts of their own lives. She integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to create a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive approach that meets clients where they are. Chanelle has extensive experience supporting individuals and families through disordered eating, anxiety, and depression. She also specializes in helping clients navigate grief, offering a safe space to process loss and find pathways to healing. Additionally, she works with clients to build self-esteem, empowering them to recognize their inherent worth and develop a stronger sense of self. Before pursuing her graduate studies, Chanelle earned an honours bachelor’s degree in health sciences and a diploma in holistic nutrition. When she’s not working, you can find her singing karaoke, biking, cooking, playing volleyball, and trying out new activities.

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Emma is currently completing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Adler University. She is working towards becoming 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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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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Danika is a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Clinical Counsellor who holds a Masters in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. She is renowned for her kind and approachable demeanour, always providing a warm and welcoming environment to clients. Danika is deeply committed to client wellbeing and ensures a supportive space for teens (15+), adults, and couples, making her a wonderful therapist who connects with her clients on a profound level.

Specializing in helping clients address maladaptive thought patterns, fostering transformative shifts in emotions and behaviours, building self-confidence, and helping them adopt fresh perspectives that lead to the discovery of their innate strengths, Danika’s approach to counselling is holistic and person-centred - bringing a collaborative nature to finding a deeper understanding of your relationship with yourself, others, and the world, and drawing from cognitive-behavioural therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), as well as more relational therapies such as Emotion Focused Therapy, including a focus on attachment theory and mindfulness practices. Danika is pleased to now offer EMDR trauma therapy.

Danika also excels in supporting individuals through life transitions such as pre- and post- natal support, parenting, and relationships, as well as infertility and grief and loss. As an identity-affirming therapist, Danika creates a safe space for LGBT2SQIA+ individuals and those in non-traditional relationships, including those with a recent or established ADHD diagnosis.

Outside of counselling, Danika spends her time on her passions: the outdoors, reading, and quality time with loved ones - including the rewarding and often messy journey of motherhood.

Areas of Focus: -Pre/post natal -Relationships -Infertility -Grief & Loss -ADHD -EMDR

Contact: Danika@okclinical.com

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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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Angela (she/her) is currently completing her Master of Clinical Social Work at UBC Okanagan and is a practicum student offering trauma-informed counselling.  She also has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honours), with a focus in Pre-Counselling from Douglas College. Angela has worked previously in residential support with children and youth with complex physical and mental health and behavioural support needs. During this time, she gained experience in supporting children and youth through crisis intervention, emotional regulation, and life-skills development.

Angela is especially passionate about working with neurodiverse and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and individuals struggling with stress and anxiety. Within this, she aims to support clients with coping skills, self-discovery and acceptance, and improving wellbeing.

Angela’s approach is informed by strengths-based, person-centred, and feminist theories. Her goals in counselling include supporting you in cultivating a life that is fulfilling and aligns with your values, strengthening independence, and supporting you in feeling empowered to make changes and tackle challenges. Her services are anti-oppressive and trauma-informed, and employ mindfulness, acceptance, and narrative practices.

In her free time, Angela enjoys reading, trying out various forms of crafts, doing karaoke, spending time outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.

Areas of Focus: - Anxiety and Depression - Identity and Self-Discovery - Stress Management - 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth and Adults - Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Senja (she/her) is a practicum student completing her Master of Clinical Social Work at UBC Okanagan. Her journey to become a counsellor began after receiving invaluable acceptance and guidance from her own therapist at a young age. Her goal is to help you discover and connect with your most authentic self. Together, you will uncover how previous experiences shape your current behaviours, examine common narratives, explore alternative perspectives, and work toward aligning your everyday actions with your core values. Senja aims to support you in your journey to understand the sources of distress, disruption, and disconnection in your life and to collaboratively generate actionable goals to enhance your well-being.

Senja’s approach is informed by narrative theories, psychodynamic theories, and positive psychology. She draws upon cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and emotion focused therapy (EFT) techniques while integrating mindfulness skills borrowed from her training and experience as a certified yoga and meditation instructor. Senja values providing person-centered, trauma-informed, strengths-based counselling services to individuals, couples, and families.

Outside of her professional life and being a practicum student, Senja can be found enjoying many forms of movement (hiking, snowboarding, weight-lifting, and yoga), engaging in creative pursuits (photography, drawing, and crochet), enjoying time outdoors (camping and swimming), reading, and spending time with family and friends!

Areas of Focus include: - Mindfullness - Identity and Self-Discovery - Narrative Therapy - Trauma - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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Becky is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who has focused her work on helping kids grow in confidence, character, and creativity using a child-centred approach to therapy. She also works with adults, helping them to explore their own inner child in order to have the best relationships possible. Becky is trained in EMDR therapy for adults and children.

Areas of focus:

• Child and Youth Counselling • Play Therapy • EMDR Therapy for Adults and Children • PTSD/ Trauma • Couples Counselling • Group Work and Sharing Circles • Leadership Training

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Colleen brings a wealth of experience, empathy, and skill to her work in the helping field. She has supported children, youth, adults and families for more than 20 years in many different community settings, with a focus on working with children and youth. Her commitment to being comprehensive and client-centered, along with her focus on relational, emotion-focused, and experiential aspects of therapy, reflects a dedication to creating meaningful connections and actively participating in the therapeutic journey. Colleen’s approach to counseling reflects a deep commitment to providing personalized and empathetic support to individuals facing various challenges. Her training in various therapeutic modalities allows for versatility in adapting to the unique needs of her clients. Her collaborative approach underscores the importance of working together with clients to develop tailored treatment plans and goals, fostering a sense of empowerment and ownership in the therapeutic process.

Colleen’s specialization in addressing issues like anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and life transitions demonstrates her comprehensive understanding of the complexities of the human experience. Her personal experience with ADHD, being neurodivergent herself and raising kids with the same, has helped her to develop great insight into how ADHD impacts individuals and families.

Colleen’s collaborative and curious nature, paired with her direct communication style and sense of humor, likely contribute to the establishment of a strong therapeutic alliance. By recognizing clients as experts in their own lives and guiding them through their thoughts and emotions, she empowers them to take inspired actions toward personal growth and positive change. Beyond her role as a counsellor, Colleen enjoys travelling, hosting family and friends, home improvement projects, and the outdoors with her husband and Bernedoodle, Jasper.

Areas of Focus: • Children & Youth • ADHD • Spectrum Disorders • Trauma, PTSD • Domestic Violence & Child Abuse

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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. She creates a safe space for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and couples, as well as individuals in BDSM and ethical non-monogamous dynamics. 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 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), cognitive therapies (CBT, DBT, ACT), somatic tools, and many others. Jenni is a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional and is working towards AASECT certification.

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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