Depression Therapists in Kelowna, BC
We treat everyone from age 4 to 104 and have subspecialties in treating anxiety, self-harm and depression, trauma, behaviour, phobias, grief/loss, self-esteem, relationships, and more...!
We believe the client + counsellor must fit, so we have multiple practitioners with two locations so you can choose a therapist with whom you connect. We are an all-female team who understands you on both a personal and professional level. Our counselling styles can be described as empathic & solution-focused. We provide an environment free from judgement and invite you to start exactly where you are!
We treat everyone from age 4 to 104 and have subspecialties in treating anxiety, self-harm and depression, trauma, behaviour, phobias, grief/loss, self-esteem, relationships, and more...!
We believe the client + counsellor must fit, so we have multiple practitioners with two locations so you can choose a therapist with whom you connect. We are an all-female team who understands you on both a personal and professional level. Our counselling styles can be described as empathic & solution-focused. We provide an environment free from judgement and invite you to start exactly where you are!
I've been practicing since 1995 & I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor & Marriage & Family Therapist. However, I am now only accepting individual clients 18+. It's clear to me that we can all struggle, even if we are successful in other areas of our lives. Life can be unpredictable & the stress & demands of everyday life, work & relationships can take its toll. As stressors build, you may find yourself struggling with anxiety, mood, eating, body image issues or turning to addictive behaviours. You may also find that unresolved grief or past trauma keeps seeping into your daily life & especially when you least want or expect it.
I've been practicing since 1995 & I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor & Marriage & Family Therapist. However, I am now only accepting individual clients 18+. It's clear to me that we can all struggle, even if we are successful in other areas of our lives. Life can be unpredictable & the stress & demands of everyday life, work & relationships can take its toll. As stressors build, you may find yourself struggling with anxiety, mood, eating, body image issues or turning to addictive behaviours. You may also find that unresolved grief or past trauma keeps seeping into your daily life & especially when you least want or expect it.
I specialize primarily in anxiety and depression.
I currently offer online counselling BC wide and in-person sessions in Kelowna, BC.
I specialize primarily in anxiety and depression.
I currently offer online counselling BC wide and in-person sessions in Kelowna, BC.
I love helping people explore their values and goals, work on habit formation, reduce stress, improve their quality of life, and address anxiety and depression.
I use a non-pathologizing, mindfulness-based approach to explore the protective functions of mental health challenges, and incorporate trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skill-building to manage and cope. I have completed EMDR training, as well as Gottman Couples Therapy Training Levels 1 and 2.
I love helping people explore their values and goals, work on habit formation, reduce stress, improve their quality of life, and address anxiety and depression.
I use a non-pathologizing, mindfulness-based approach to explore the protective functions of mental health challenges, and incorporate trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skill-building to manage and cope. I have completed EMDR training, as well as Gottman Couples Therapy Training Levels 1 and 2.
I support individuals, couples, and families navigating grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, using CBT, Solution-Focused, and Gottman relationship approaches to foster insight, healing, and lasting change.
Do you feel like you’re carrying so much, and no one really sees how heavy it is? Like your mind won’t shut off, you keep replaying things, or you’re just trying to get through the day while everything feels like it’s piling up inside. On the outside, you may look fine—but inside, it feels overwhelming, confusing, or lonely. I get it. I work with teens (15+), adults, and couples who feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of themselves, often navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions and quietly wondering, “Why does this feel so hard?"
I support individuals, couples, and families navigating grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, using CBT, Solution-Focused, and Gottman relationship approaches to foster insight, healing, and lasting change.
Do you feel like you’re carrying so much, and no one really sees how heavy it is? Like your mind won’t shut off, you keep replaying things, or you’re just trying to get through the day while everything feels like it’s piling up inside. On the outside, you may look fine—but inside, it feels overwhelming, confusing, or lonely. I get it. I work with teens (15+), adults, and couples who feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of themselves, often navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions and quietly wondering, “Why does this feel so hard?"
I work with men who may be struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety or a loss of their sense of self that is impacting their relationship to others and with themselves.
You’re the guy who looks like he’s got it together—but underneath, you’re carrying stress, pressure, and something you can’t quite name. You’ve been measuring yourself by achievements and results for so long that it’s hard to know who you are outside of what you do. Maybe it’s burnout, relationship struggles, anger, or feeling stuck in your own head. At The Reflectere, I help men unpack what’s driving them, break free from performance-based identity, and build a grounded sense of self, clarity, and direction.
I work with men who may be struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety or a loss of their sense of self that is impacting their relationship to others and with themselves.
You’re the guy who looks like he’s got it together—but underneath, you’re carrying stress, pressure, and something you can’t quite name. You’ve been measuring yourself by achievements and results for so long that it’s hard to know who you are outside of what you do. Maybe it’s burnout, relationship struggles, anger, or feeling stuck in your own head. At The Reflectere, I help men unpack what’s driving them, break free from performance-based identity, and build a grounded sense of self, clarity, and direction.
We believe the right fit is the most important part, that is why we have various specialities from anxiety, stress, depression, couples, athletes, body image, disordered eating, confidence, CBT, postpartum, trauma, EMDR, play therapy and more.
We are a mental health clinic in Kelowna, BC that has a fantastic team of RCC therapists to find the right fit for YOU, your uniqued needs, story, and schedule. We believe the right fit is the most important part, that is why we have various counsellors, specialities and approaches tailored uniquely to YOU! Barb also offers clinical supervision.
We believe the right fit is the most important part, that is why we have various specialities from anxiety, stress, depression, couples, athletes, body image, disordered eating, confidence, CBT, postpartum, trauma, EMDR, play therapy and more.
We are a mental health clinic in Kelowna, BC that has a fantastic team of RCC therapists to find the right fit for YOU, your uniqued needs, story, and schedule. We believe the right fit is the most important part, that is why we have various counsellors, specialities and approaches tailored uniquely to YOU! Barb also offers clinical supervision.
I work with a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, interpersonal issues and sleep difficulties.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each person. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) to help clients better understand themselves and create meaningful change in their lives.
I work with a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, PTSD, interpersonal issues and sleep difficulties.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each person. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) to help clients better understand themselves and create meaningful change in their lives.
I offer counselling in the Okanagan and Kamloops, and virtually across BC, for youth and adults with ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-harm, trauma and issues with self-esteem, self-worth and perfectionism.
I offer in office, virtual and walk in talk appointments - including the option of having a dog! I have over 10 years of experience working with youth and adults in various settings. I mainly work using CBT, Narrative, Adlerian, and Humanistic based approaches. I am registered with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors as a RCC.
I offer counselling in the Okanagan and Kamloops, and virtually across BC, for youth and adults with ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-harm, trauma and issues with self-esteem, self-worth and perfectionism.
I offer in office, virtual and walk in talk appointments - including the option of having a dog! I have over 10 years of experience working with youth and adults in various settings. I mainly work using CBT, Narrative, Adlerian, and Humanistic based approaches. I am registered with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors as a RCC.
Racing thoughts? Trouble sleeping? Feeling stuck in sadness or weighed down by grief? Relationship problems? When life becomes overwhelming, even getting through the day can feel like too much. You do not have to navigate this alone. With over 25 years of educating, empowering and supporting others, I meet people where they are and help them find sturdier ground—one step at a time. I offer a steady, compassionate space grounded in empathy, respect, and deep listening—where your story matters and your pace is honoured. Clients begin to feel more grounded, hopeful, less alone, and better able to connect with what matters most to them.
Racing thoughts? Trouble sleeping? Feeling stuck in sadness or weighed down by grief? Relationship problems? When life becomes overwhelming, even getting through the day can feel like too much. You do not have to navigate this alone. With over 25 years of educating, empowering and supporting others, I meet people where they are and help them find sturdier ground—one step at a time. I offer a steady, compassionate space grounded in empathy, respect, and deep listening—where your story matters and your pace is honoured. Clients begin to feel more grounded, hopeful, less alone, and better able to connect with what matters most to them.
OK Clinical Therapy Group - Kelowna & West Kelowna
Counsellor, RCC, MSW, RSW, CCC, MC
2 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the lingering impact of trauma, you’re not alone.
At OK Clinical Therapy, we offer individual, couples, and family therapy for everyone. Start with a free consultation, and we'll connect you with one of our 50+ specialized clinicians. Our safe, confidential, and inclusive environment is here to support your journey toward a better life.
If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the lingering impact of trauma, you’re not alone.
At OK Clinical Therapy, we offer individual, couples, and family therapy for everyone. Start with a free consultation, and we'll connect you with one of our 50+ specialized clinicians. Our safe, confidential, and inclusive environment is here to support your journey toward a better life.
Clients present with a variety of concerns, needs, and goals. Most will be struggling with concerns around anxiety and/or depression. I meet with the client for a thorough history, identify priorities io work on, and then collaboratively develop a treatment approach. I use CBT to conceptualize our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and use grounding exercises with a focus on our somatic senses to help calm the client to understand struggles. Clients are invited to their thoughts, beliefs and their values, including dreams. Together, we work with to understand how these "fit" into their life and how well they are working.
Clients present with a variety of concerns, needs, and goals. Most will be struggling with concerns around anxiety and/or depression. I meet with the client for a thorough history, identify priorities io work on, and then collaboratively develop a treatment approach. I use CBT to conceptualize our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and use grounding exercises with a focus on our somatic senses to help calm the client to understand struggles. Clients are invited to their thoughts, beliefs and their values, including dreams. Together, we work with to understand how these "fit" into their life and how well they are working.
I have extensive knowledge in the field of trauma (attachment, physical, emotional, sexual) and related conditions such as: depression, anxiety, self-harm, low self-esteem and relational challenges.
In addition, I have obtained post graduate specialty training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a highly effective form of therapy endorsed by the American Psychological Association and World Health Organization for the treatment of PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). EMDR is also an effective treatment for depression, anxiety, specific phobia, and complicated grief.
I have extensive knowledge in the field of trauma (attachment, physical, emotional, sexual) and related conditions such as: depression, anxiety, self-harm, low self-esteem and relational challenges.
In addition, I have obtained post graduate specialty training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a highly effective form of therapy endorsed by the American Psychological Association and World Health Organization for the treatment of PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). EMDR is also an effective treatment for depression, anxiety, specific phobia, and complicated grief.
" This can be especially frustrating if you are experiencing burnout, work problems, depression, anxiety, trauma, and family issues.
I am a leading specialist in burnout and work-related stress, with extensive experience treating trauma with EMDR, depression, and anxiety. I also have a special passion for helping veterans navigate the challenging reintegration process after military service. My expertise has been featured on ABC News, Times Square, and Authority Magazine.
" This can be especially frustrating if you are experiencing burnout, work problems, depression, anxiety, trauma, and family issues.
I am a leading specialist in burnout and work-related stress, with extensive experience treating trauma with EMDR, depression, and anxiety. I also have a special passion for helping veterans navigate the challenging reintegration process after military service. My expertise has been featured on ABC News, Times Square, and Authority Magazine.
At Kelowna Trauma Therapy, we exist to help you find freedom from trauma - whether "big" or "small." We believe you already have the internal resources you need to heal from whatever trauma you have experienced. Our job is to help you find your way to healing, using proven therapeutic methods such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing and Neurofeedback.
At Kelowna Trauma Therapy, we exist to help you find freedom from trauma - whether "big" or "small." We believe you already have the internal resources you need to heal from whatever trauma you have experienced. Our job is to help you find your way to healing, using proven therapeutic methods such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Experiencing and Neurofeedback.
Welcome, and thank you for reaching out. I am passionate about helping you discover how to overcome your fears and live the life you deserve. I am a heart-centered therapist with a special interest in expressive art therapy and traditional psychotherapy. I'd love to help you create a better life for yourself, with more joy and ease. Feel free to inquire for a 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit for your wants and needs.
Welcome, and thank you for reaching out. I am passionate about helping you discover how to overcome your fears and live the life you deserve. I am a heart-centered therapist with a special interest in expressive art therapy and traditional psychotherapy. I'd love to help you create a better life for yourself, with more joy and ease. Feel free to inquire for a 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good fit for your wants and needs.
Specializing in self-esteem and confidence, depression and anxiety.
Ellen is a Clinical Counsellor, and Certified Life Coach, a mom to 4 men and a woman with a desire to see others live life with purpose and zeal, confident in knowing who they are designed to be. My passion is to empower and equip individuals in overcoming obstacles, discovering who they are, and reaching their goals and dreams while living uninhibited with boldness.
Specializing in self-esteem and confidence, depression and anxiety.
Ellen is a Clinical Counsellor, and Certified Life Coach, a mom to 4 men and a woman with a desire to see others live life with purpose and zeal, confident in knowing who they are designed to be. My passion is to empower and equip individuals in overcoming obstacles, discovering who they are, and reaching their goals and dreams while living uninhibited with boldness.
I have an eye for spotting the patterns that are limiting your growth then I use a compassionate yet challenging approach and gentle confrontation to get you unstuck and out of shame, confusion, and depression.
I am particularly fond of working with those in/around their Saturn Return—the quarterlifers (early 20s to mid 30s)—though I work well with curious and thoughtful teens and pre-teens as well. I also specialize in helping people work through challenging relational dynamics like trauma bonds or 'toxic' and abusive relationships.
I have an eye for spotting the patterns that are limiting your growth then I use a compassionate yet challenging approach and gentle confrontation to get you unstuck and out of shame, confusion, and depression.
I am particularly fond of working with those in/around their Saturn Return—the quarterlifers (early 20s to mid 30s)—though I work well with curious and thoughtful teens and pre-teens as well. I also specialize in helping people work through challenging relational dynamics like trauma bonds or 'toxic' and abusive relationships.
Counselling techniques that are offered are but not limited to is Child Play Therapy, working with adults and children who are neurodivergent, crisis and suicide risks, assessments and interventions, depression, anxiety, grief, addictions abuse and domestic violence, group counselling techniques and counselling for families and couples.
My mission in life is to help people grow and thrive in their environments. Life can be difficult and hard to navigate. Whether you're dealing with pain from the loss of a loved one. Or a recent job loss or career change. The family dynamics that can be a surprise. The feelings that can come from being lonely or afraid. The crippling anxiety that can come from something new and strange happening in your life. Our passion is to help people maneuver through all of the obstacles with compassion and empathy in an open and calm setting. Being open to help people in all age groups is something we all strive for.
Counselling techniques that are offered are but not limited to is Child Play Therapy, working with adults and children who are neurodivergent, crisis and suicide risks, assessments and interventions, depression, anxiety, grief, addictions abuse and domestic violence, group counselling techniques and counselling for families and couples.
My mission in life is to help people grow and thrive in their environments. Life can be difficult and hard to navigate. Whether you're dealing with pain from the loss of a loved one. Or a recent job loss or career change. The family dynamics that can be a surprise. The feelings that can come from being lonely or afraid. The crippling anxiety that can come from something new and strange happening in your life. Our passion is to help people maneuver through all of the obstacles with compassion and empathy in an open and calm setting. Being open to help people in all age groups is something we all strive for.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulties in your relationships, or things that have happened in your childhood?
My clinical understanding of the long-term impact of early adverse
experiences informs my approach to support you, which emphasizes nervous system regulation, working on attachment patterns, and exploring deeper patterns that seem to keep popping up for you. I also integrate IFS, and somatic- based and psychodynamic approaches.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulties in your relationships, or things that have happened in your childhood?
My clinical understanding of the long-term impact of early adverse
experiences informs my approach to support you, which emphasizes nervous system regulation, working on attachment patterns, and exploring deeper patterns that seem to keep popping up for you. I also integrate IFS, and somatic- based and psychodynamic approaches.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.