Therapists in Fernie, BC

Photo of Sarah J Hallett, Counsellor, BA, BEd, MACpsyc
Sarah J Hallett
Counsellor, BA, BEd, MACpsyc
Fernie, BC V0B
A former educator and mother of two I specialize in child and adolescent, post-partum and emotionally focused family counselling. With a focus on deep underlying emotions and the inner voice, I use talk, somatic exercises, mindfulness and art to help my clients heal through developing self-understanding, self-awareness and self-acceptance.
A former educator and mother of two I specialize in child and adolescent, post-partum and emotionally focused family counselling. With a focus on deep underlying emotions and the inner voice, I use talk, somatic exercises, mindfulness and art to help my clients heal through developing self-understanding, self-awareness and self-acceptance.
(647) 360-5143 View (647) 360-5143
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Morgan Stock
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Fernie, BC V0B
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a passion for providing quality mental health care for individuals and couples. I believe that relationships and human connection hold the power to heal us, but also harm us. That is why relationships, and relational health, have been the focus of my work as a clinical counsellor. I will help you learn research-based tools and skills for having better relationships with yourself and others.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a passion for providing quality mental health care for individuals and couples. I believe that relationships and human connection hold the power to heal us, but also harm us. That is why relationships, and relational health, have been the focus of my work as a clinical counsellor. I will help you learn research-based tools and skills for having better relationships with yourself and others.
(672) 202-1369 View (672) 202-1369
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Lindsay Day- Flow Psychology
Counsellor, BA, MSc
1 Endorsed
Fernie, BC V0B
Many of my clients reach out feeling stuck and frustrated in repeating patterns of trauma responses or relationship distress. In romantic relationships, they experience the defeating feeling of "here we go again" as conflict arises. Both my individual and couple client are trying their best to navigate challenging situations using old survival strategies that don't seem to help them break the pattern. My clients are seeking more control in their life, to feel calm, and experience more emotional balance.
Many of my clients reach out feeling stuck and frustrated in repeating patterns of trauma responses or relationship distress. In romantic relationships, they experience the defeating feeling of "here we go again" as conflict arises. Both my individual and couple client are trying their best to navigate challenging situations using old survival strategies that don't seem to help them break the pattern. My clients are seeking more control in their life, to feel calm, and experience more emotional balance.
(581) 333-4610 View (581) 333-4610
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Karen Walker
Counsellor, MC, RCC, CCC
Fernie, BC V0B
Waitlist for new clients
Clients come to counselling with an issue that is causing them to feel stuck. In our session, we will work together to discover the internal impacts of the issues or story that has brought you to counselling. We will resolve how your past experiences are impacting you in the present, transform your relationship with parts of yourself that are out of balance and discover ways to meet any needs in your life that are currently unmet. I focus on health and possibilities and I hold the hope that change is always possible.
Clients come to counselling with an issue that is causing them to feel stuck. In our session, we will work together to discover the internal impacts of the issues or story that has brought you to counselling. We will resolve how your past experiences are impacting you in the present, transform your relationship with parts of yourself that are out of balance and discover ways to meet any needs in your life that are currently unmet. I focus on health and possibilities and I hold the hope that change is always possible.
(867) 988-1110 View (867) 988-1110
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MENtal Awareness Counselling for Men
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Fernie, BC V0B
Not accepting new clients
Hey, I’m Gareth Webb, and I’ve been a counsellor for over 10 years. Through MENtal Awareness, I’m here to offer men (19+) a safe, supportive space to talk about their mental health and work towards a healthier life.
Hey, I’m Gareth Webb, and I’ve been a counsellor for over 10 years. Through MENtal Awareness, I’m here to offer men (19+) a safe, supportive space to talk about their mental health and work towards a healthier life.
(438) 901-9013 View (438) 901-9013
Photo of Ryan Gaehring, Counsellor, MA, RCC
Ryan Gaehring
Counsellor, MA, RCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Sometimes, when key areas of our lives are not going how we expected, or are not what we were hoping for, it can leave us feeling incongruent and distressed. For example, problems with relationships, parenting or work. Additionally, if we have experienced a stressful life circumstance, such as a grief, loss, or trauma event, this can leave us feeling uncertain of how to cope and move forward. Many of my clients are looking for help with things such as ways to work through a difficult situation, ways to improve communication and relationship quality, or ways to decrease distress, depression or anxiety.
Sometimes, when key areas of our lives are not going how we expected, or are not what we were hoping for, it can leave us feeling incongruent and distressed. For example, problems with relationships, parenting or work. Additionally, if we have experienced a stressful life circumstance, such as a grief, loss, or trauma event, this can leave us feeling uncertain of how to cope and move forward. Many of my clients are looking for help with things such as ways to work through a difficult situation, ways to improve communication and relationship quality, or ways to decrease distress, depression or anxiety.
(587) 875-0737 View (587) 875-0737
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James Cuff
Pre-Licensed Professional
Fernie, BC V0B
Your life super busy and hard to make appointments during the day? Do you perfer to be in the comfort of your own home? Do you need someone to listen outside of your family and friends? Maybe you need help in reaching certain goals you have set? Have you recently had a loss or maybe its a previous loss you are still grieving? I'm offering therapeutic counselling through Zoom. My schedule is flexible to work with your needs. Sometimes we let life get in the way or our own mental health and now is the time for you. I offer pro bono community rates. I am non judgemental and provide a safe space for you. I also offer email support.
Your life super busy and hard to make appointments during the day? Do you perfer to be in the comfort of your own home? Do you need someone to listen outside of your family and friends? Maybe you need help in reaching certain goals you have set? Have you recently had a loss or maybe its a previous loss you are still grieving? I'm offering therapeutic counselling through Zoom. My schedule is flexible to work with your needs. Sometimes we let life get in the way or our own mental health and now is the time for you. I offer pro bono community rates. I am non judgemental and provide a safe space for you. I also offer email support.
(825) 508-5128 View (825) 508-5128
Photo of Paula Turcasso, Counsellor, MC, RPsych, RCC
Paula Turcasso
Counsellor, MC, RPsych, RCC
2 Endorsed
Fernie, BC V0B
My focus is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you feel you can be open about what you're experiencing and work through any challenges you have been enduring. You may feel uncertain about how to move forward or as though you are lacking the tools or insight you need to navigate your current situation. In our time together, it is essential that you feel not only heard and understood, but that you have gained the insight and tools necessary to uncover helpful solutions. Through this process, you will feel more confident in yourself and your capacity to manage whatever stressors come your way.
My focus is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you feel you can be open about what you're experiencing and work through any challenges you have been enduring. You may feel uncertain about how to move forward or as though you are lacking the tools or insight you need to navigate your current situation. In our time together, it is essential that you feel not only heard and understood, but that you have gained the insight and tools necessary to uncover helpful solutions. Through this process, you will feel more confident in yourself and your capacity to manage whatever stressors come your way.
(587) 327-1644 View (587) 327-1644
Photo of Mirey Faema - Heartwise Counselling - Mirey Faema, Counsellor, CCC, RCC, MA
Heartwise Counselling - Mirey Faema
Counsellor, CCC, RCC, MA
4 Endorsed
Fernie, BC V0B
Life can be very challenging at times and ensuring you have the support you need to make it through the ups and downs is important. I am passionate about building connections with and providing support to, individuals and families who have experienced complex trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem challenges, gender transitions, and grief. I take a collaborative and integrated approach to help clients find healing and symptom reduction. In addition to my private practice you can find me at the Fernie Women’s Resource Centre providing free counselling services 2 days a week.
Life can be very challenging at times and ensuring you have the support you need to make it through the ups and downs is important. I am passionate about building connections with and providing support to, individuals and families who have experienced complex trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem challenges, gender transitions, and grief. I take a collaborative and integrated approach to help clients find healing and symptom reduction. In addition to my private practice you can find me at the Fernie Women’s Resource Centre providing free counselling services 2 days a week.
(236) 704-5897 View (236) 704-5897
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Ms. Dayna Lidster
Psychologist
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can bring unexpected challenges, changes, and loss. I am committed to sitting with you where you are today. With grief, anxiety, self-doubt, confusion, stress in relationships, or parenting struggles. We will work together to increase awareness and to identify and change old patterns, shift emotions and experiences held in your body, honour personal boundaries, and develop self-compassion. A significant loss at the age of 29 led me on a path to pursue grad school and yoga teacher training, before starting in private practice in 2016. I have worked in the counselling field for over 20 years.
Life can bring unexpected challenges, changes, and loss. I am committed to sitting with you where you are today. With grief, anxiety, self-doubt, confusion, stress in relationships, or parenting struggles. We will work together to increase awareness and to identify and change old patterns, shift emotions and experiences held in your body, honour personal boundaries, and develop self-compassion. A significant loss at the age of 29 led me on a path to pursue grad school and yoga teacher training, before starting in private practice in 2016. I have worked in the counselling field for over 20 years.
(236) 239-2856 View (236) 239-2856
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Francesca Ter Poorten
Counsellor, MCC, RCC, EMDR, EYRT
Fernie, BC V0B
Past experiences can shape your life but they don’t have to. I can offer you the support you need to let the past go and move forward in a meaningful way. Discover how to let go of anxiety, depression, resentment and stress. Find new ways to be in relationships that are healthy and align with the life that you envision for yourself. Our sessions will guide you toward healing and achieving fundamental transformation. Heal the painful experiences that create present-day issues and evolve into the person you truly wish to be.
Past experiences can shape your life but they don’t have to. I can offer you the support you need to let the past go and move forward in a meaningful way. Discover how to let go of anxiety, depression, resentment and stress. Find new ways to be in relationships that are healthy and align with the life that you envision for yourself. Our sessions will guide you toward healing and achieving fundamental transformation. Heal the painful experiences that create present-day issues and evolve into the person you truly wish to be.
(819) 410-5021 View (819) 410-5021
Photo of Cheryl Hulburd - Fernie Counselling & Consulting, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RPT/S, CPT/S, EMDR Ce
Fernie Counselling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RPT/S, CPT/S, EMDR Ce
Fernie, BC V0B
If you are tired of talking about your trauma/ issues and want to let go of your challenging past, and get “unstuck” -contact us.
If you are tired of talking about your trauma/ issues and want to let go of your challenging past, and get “unstuck” -contact us.
(431) 341-0628 View (431) 341-0628
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Virginia Purcell Counselling In Fernie
Counsellor, MSc, CCC
Fernie, BC V0B
I help professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders who are successful at work but feel anxious, stressed, or isolated. You want to feel more on-track, aligned with your values, and have balance in life while defining success your way! Learn how to stop overthinking, overworking, people pleasing and procrastination. Set healthy boundaries in relationships, communicate more effectively, delegate with ease, feel more authentic and learn how to be vulnerable, manage conflict and connect in your personal relationships and work life.
I help professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders who are successful at work but feel anxious, stressed, or isolated. You want to feel more on-track, aligned with your values, and have balance in life while defining success your way! Learn how to stop overthinking, overworking, people pleasing and procrastination. Set healthy boundaries in relationships, communicate more effectively, delegate with ease, feel more authentic and learn how to be vulnerable, manage conflict and connect in your personal relationships and work life.
(431) 430-2384 View (431) 430-2384
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Lenka Valenzuela
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
13 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I am Lenka: a good listener, a hiker, and a psychotherapist. I have worked with many people over the years, and would love to chat to see if I fit what you're looking for. Your journey has brought you here, and I would love to be part of it. I offer individual and couple's therapy.
Welcome! I am Lenka: a good listener, a hiker, and a psychotherapist. I have worked with many people over the years, and would love to chat to see if I fit what you're looking for. Your journey has brought you here, and I would love to be part of it. I offer individual and couple's therapy.
(289) 276-8732 View (289) 276-8732
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Chelsea Smyth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Chelsea Smyth and I am the founder of Village Therapy. The pressure and expectations on mothers are at an all-time high, yet the traditional support system of the village no longer exists. I founded Village Therapy to help women navigate motherhood and to help them in building their village, so that they can shift from surviving to thriving. Whether you are pregnant, postpartum, or have experienced infertility or pregnancy loss, I want to help you on your journey to feeling well again. Village Therapy makes accessing counselling easy, by offering all of our sessions by telephone or live video chat.
My name is Chelsea Smyth and I am the founder of Village Therapy. The pressure and expectations on mothers are at an all-time high, yet the traditional support system of the village no longer exists. I founded Village Therapy to help women navigate motherhood and to help them in building their village, so that they can shift from surviving to thriving. Whether you are pregnant, postpartum, or have experienced infertility or pregnancy loss, I want to help you on your journey to feeling well again. Village Therapy makes accessing counselling easy, by offering all of our sessions by telephone or live video chat.
(587) 804-2685 View (587) 804-2685
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Joanna Copeland-Butt
Counsellor, MC, RCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Office closed June 19-27: I help adult clients process anxiety, trauma, addiction/recovery and manage ADHD to create more balanced and healthy lives. Have you experienced trauma that remains unprocessed? Are you afraid that friends or family won't understand or will judge you? Do you struggle with anxiety? If you feel stuck, need to please others, or if boundaries are hard for you, then let's talk. With compassionate support, understand how past wounds still impact your reactions and coping today. Learn new skills to reduce reactivity, manage worry and negative self-talk so you can regain self-confidence, hope and balance.
Office closed June 19-27: I help adult clients process anxiety, trauma, addiction/recovery and manage ADHD to create more balanced and healthy lives. Have you experienced trauma that remains unprocessed? Are you afraid that friends or family won't understand or will judge you? Do you struggle with anxiety? If you feel stuck, need to please others, or if boundaries are hard for you, then let's talk. With compassionate support, understand how past wounds still impact your reactions and coping today. Learn new skills to reduce reactivity, manage worry and negative self-talk so you can regain self-confidence, hope and balance.
(778) 767-2263 View (778) 767-2263
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Converging Currents Counselling
Registered Social Worker
Serves Area
Converging Currents offers traditional counselling, therapeutic coaching, adventure therapy and business coaching/staff team building. When our mind, heart, and soul are healthy, we are inspired to live out our true purpose, take risks, face challenges, and achieve our personal and professional goals. Converging Currents seeks to encourage, help, & support students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and other motivated individuals, young and old, to create a deeper connection within themselves, their families and their marriages. To find out more about the Services Converging Currents offers, please go to my website and explore.
Converging Currents offers traditional counselling, therapeutic coaching, adventure therapy and business coaching/staff team building. When our mind, heart, and soul are healthy, we are inspired to live out our true purpose, take risks, face challenges, and achieve our personal and professional goals. Converging Currents seeks to encourage, help, & support students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and other motivated individuals, young and old, to create a deeper connection within themselves, their families and their marriages. To find out more about the Services Converging Currents offers, please go to my website and explore.
(778) 761-4484 View (778) 761-4484
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Brittany Loberg
Counsellor, BEd, MACP, CCC, RCC
Serves Area
Hello! I am a dedicated certified counsellor offering in person support in the Cranbrook area and Tela-health services across the province. I offer individual counselling grounded in a person centred approach by providing a safe, non-judgemental space to explore thoughts and feelings and by listening and responding with empathy, respect, and unconditional positive regard. I also specialize in supporting school-aged children and their caregivers through various challenges, particularly those associated with mood disorders, and neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and Autism.
Hello! I am a dedicated certified counsellor offering in person support in the Cranbrook area and Tela-health services across the province. I offer individual counselling grounded in a person centred approach by providing a safe, non-judgemental space to explore thoughts and feelings and by listening and responding with empathy, respect, and unconditional positive regard. I also specialize in supporting school-aged children and their caregivers through various challenges, particularly those associated with mood disorders, and neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD and Autism.
(873) 300-5919 View (873) 300-5919
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Lauren Moore
Counsellor, MC, RCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe in the mind-body connection, and how distress impacts how we show up in our lives & relationships. I trust clients instinctively know what to do to feel better, and that I spark their insight by allowing someone to first feel heard and understood. Clients and I often explore how to take the charge out of distressing emotions and/or experiences that underlie their presenting concerns (e.g., anxiety, depression, work/life/relationship stressors etc).
I believe in the mind-body connection, and how distress impacts how we show up in our lives & relationships. I trust clients instinctively know what to do to feel better, and that I spark their insight by allowing someone to first feel heard and understood. Clients and I often explore how to take the charge out of distressing emotions and/or experiences that underlie their presenting concerns (e.g., anxiety, depression, work/life/relationship stressors etc).
(604) 245-4918 View (604) 245-4918
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Emily Popoff
Counsellor, MA, RCC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm Emily Popoff, a therapist the founder of Talking Helps Heal, a dedicated group counselling practice comprised of eight compassionate and skilled therapists who serve adults, youth, couples, and families in our Cranbrook and Kimberley offices, as well as online for clients anywhere in British Columbia. I am passionate about supporting adults & older youth to reduce their anxiety, feel more confident, set better boundaries, heal from childhood wounds, and more. I have a specialization in perinatal mental health and am fond of supporting parents.
I'm Emily Popoff, a therapist the founder of Talking Helps Heal, a dedicated group counselling practice comprised of eight compassionate and skilled therapists who serve adults, youth, couples, and families in our Cranbrook and Kimberley offices, as well as online for clients anywhere in British Columbia. I am passionate about supporting adults & older youth to reduce their anxiety, feel more confident, set better boundaries, heal from childhood wounds, and more. I have a specialization in perinatal mental health and am fond of supporting parents.
(672) 906-1303 View (672) 906-1303

How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Fernie, BC

20+

Average cost per session

$157

Counsellors in Fernie, BC who prioritize treating:

100% Anxiety
88% Relationship Issues
88% Self Esteem
88% Stress
84% Depression
76% Life Transitions
72% Grief

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

50% Green Shield Canada
50% Pacific Blue Cross
50% SunLife

How Counsellors in Fernie, BC see their clients

80% In Person and Online
20% Online Only

Gender breakdown

92% Female
8% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Fernie?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.

Learn more about how to find a therapist

Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.

Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.