Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Kelowna, BC
As a dedicated teacher who has transitioned into counselling, I am deeply passionate about child advocacy, fostering confidence, self-worth, and social skills, and supporting the LGBTQ2SI+ community. I have extensive experience helping families and children navigate school-related challenges, including social and emotional regulation, separation anxiety, academic strategies, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and collaboration with teachers and school staff.
As a dedicated teacher who has transitioned into counselling, I am deeply passionate about child advocacy, fostering confidence, self-worth, and social skills, and supporting the LGBTQ2SI+ community. I have extensive experience helping families and children navigate school-related challenges, including social and emotional regulation, separation anxiety, academic strategies, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and collaboration with teachers and school staff.
I want to walk beside you in your mental health journey to understand the challenges you may be facing from a holistic approach. By incorporating grounding tools, mental training techniques or EMDR I want to support you in finding or rediscovering your passion for life. I work with clients to not only identify their strengths in life but to understand areas that may need extra focus. I want to start where you are in your journey and work together to help you thrive in life. My specialties include working with athletes, neurodivergent individuals and youth.
I want to walk beside you in your mental health journey to understand the challenges you may be facing from a holistic approach. By incorporating grounding tools, mental training techniques or EMDR I want to support you in finding or rediscovering your passion for life. I work with clients to not only identify their strengths in life but to understand areas that may need extra focus. I want to start where you are in your journey and work together to help you thrive in life. My specialties include working with athletes, neurodivergent individuals and youth.
I am a dedicated and experienced counselor with a passion for supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. With over 25 years in the helping profession, I have worked extensively in both public and post-secondary education, as well as in private practice for the past eight years. My experience as a school counselor in elementary and high school settings has given me deep insight into the unique struggles faced by children, adolescents, and their families. Now, my focus is on expanding my private practice, where I provide compassionate, client-centered support to both youth and adults.
I am a dedicated and experienced counselor with a passion for supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. With over 25 years in the helping profession, I have worked extensively in both public and post-secondary education, as well as in private practice for the past eight years. My experience as a school counselor in elementary and high school settings has given me deep insight into the unique struggles faced by children, adolescents, and their families. Now, my focus is on expanding my private practice, where I provide compassionate, client-centered support to both youth and adults.
Does your child need support navigating challenges like ADHD, behavioural concerns, hyperactivity, motivation, decision-making, focus, aggression, shyness, or other social-emotional issues? At Positive Kids, we understand how difficult it can be to see your child struggle. That’s why we’ve created a nurturing space to help children and teens develop critical life skills, in the following areas: self-control, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision-making. These children ultimately become independent, confident, inquisitive, enthusiastic, responsible and compassionate adults in later years.
Does your child need support navigating challenges like ADHD, behavioural concerns, hyperactivity, motivation, decision-making, focus, aggression, shyness, or other social-emotional issues? At Positive Kids, we understand how difficult it can be to see your child struggle. That’s why we’ve created a nurturing space to help children and teens develop critical life skills, in the following areas: self-control, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision-making. These children ultimately become independent, confident, inquisitive, enthusiastic, responsible and compassionate adults in later years.
I am passionate about supporting youth and adults I specializing in anxiety, mood, relationship, parenting, learning differences, ADHD, executive functioning, navigating schools/ education systems, and clinical counselling supervision. I work in a client centered, solution based approach, with individuals, groups and families. My goal is to help people better understand their challenges, social and emotional needs and how to prosper in their own personal growth. I can assist parents in understanding psychoeducational assessments and how their child's learning difference can impact a variety of aspects of their life.
I am passionate about supporting youth and adults I specializing in anxiety, mood, relationship, parenting, learning differences, ADHD, executive functioning, navigating schools/ education systems, and clinical counselling supervision. I work in a client centered, solution based approach, with individuals, groups and families. My goal is to help people better understand their challenges, social and emotional needs and how to prosper in their own personal growth. I can assist parents in understanding psychoeducational assessments and how their child's learning difference can impact a variety of aspects of their life.
With over 15 years in the field, I bring a wealth of experience and a holistic approach to my practice. My educational background in both biology and psychology uniquely equips me to understand the intricate interplay between mind and body, allowing me to offer a comprehensive approach to mental health and well-being. I specialize in supporting clients with nervous system dysregulation, trauma, CPTSD, anxiety, and depression. I also have a passion for supporting clients with a neurodivergent profile. This includes a deep knowledge in helping those diagnosed with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
With over 15 years in the field, I bring a wealth of experience and a holistic approach to my practice. My educational background in both biology and psychology uniquely equips me to understand the intricate interplay between mind and body, allowing me to offer a comprehensive approach to mental health and well-being. I specialize in supporting clients with nervous system dysregulation, trauma, CPTSD, anxiety, and depression. I also have a passion for supporting clients with a neurodivergent profile. This includes a deep knowledge in helping those diagnosed with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
You’ve spent years trying to be understood, holding it together, pushing through—only to feel burned out and disconnected from who you are. Maybe you’re only recently realizing you’re neurodivergent. Or maybe you’ve known for a while, but still find yourself masking, overthinking, or unsure how to ask for what you need. If you’re also queer, BIPOC, or grew up with trauma, that disconnection can feel even deeper. I help adults with ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD make sense of the protective patterns they learned to survive—and reconnect with their feelings, needs, and sense of self.
You’ve spent years trying to be understood, holding it together, pushing through—only to feel burned out and disconnected from who you are. Maybe you’re only recently realizing you’re neurodivergent. Or maybe you’ve known for a while, but still find yourself masking, overthinking, or unsure how to ask for what you need. If you’re also queer, BIPOC, or grew up with trauma, that disconnection can feel even deeper. I help adults with ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD make sense of the protective patterns they learned to survive—and reconnect with their feelings, needs, and sense of self.
Take a deep breath and hear this: you are not broken, you are becoming. If you're feeling overwhelmed, lost in old patterns, or quietly aching for something more, if you’re navigating anxiety, past wounds, or relationship struggles, I welcome all of you—your tenderness, your strength, your yearning. With warmth and deep presence, I’ll walk beside you as we connect with your inner wisdom, soften self-protection, and rediscover what it means to feel whole, alive, and truly seen. Your inner experiences, while overwhelming at times, are your guides; you seek to understand them and I admire you for that!
Take a deep breath and hear this: you are not broken, you are becoming. If you're feeling overwhelmed, lost in old patterns, or quietly aching for something more, if you’re navigating anxiety, past wounds, or relationship struggles, I welcome all of you—your tenderness, your strength, your yearning. With warmth and deep presence, I’ll walk beside you as we connect with your inner wisdom, soften self-protection, and rediscover what it means to feel whole, alive, and truly seen. Your inner experiences, while overwhelming at times, are your guides; you seek to understand them and I admire you for that!
As a neurodivergent mom with two kiddos, I understand the many challenges of navigating a neurotypical world. People with ADHD, Autism, and/or Learning Disabilities can struggle with balancing the demands of work, school, relationships, parenting, our own wellbeing, or even just everyday tasks. Our nervous systems often become used to chronic states of overwhelm, which can lead us to engage in old patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that keep us feeling stuck. My goal as a therapist is to empower you to understand how your neurodivergent brain works so that you can access your truest potential.
As a neurodivergent mom with two kiddos, I understand the many challenges of navigating a neurotypical world. People with ADHD, Autism, and/or Learning Disabilities can struggle with balancing the demands of work, school, relationships, parenting, our own wellbeing, or even just everyday tasks. Our nervous systems often become used to chronic states of overwhelm, which can lead us to engage in old patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that keep us feeling stuck. My goal as a therapist is to empower you to understand how your neurodivergent brain works so that you can access your truest potential.
Do you feel frustrated or worried more than you do happy and satisfied? Are you having difficulty managing hard times such as illness, workplace stress, loss or troubles with relationships? Or perhaps you know something is wrong, but not sure what it is? Then there is something that you need and the trick is to figure out what it is. I have over 30 years helping people figure out what 'it' is, and get their lives back on track, enjoying happier, more fulfilling lives. Together we will find the solutions that will help you move forward to feel better and enjoy a life you love living.
Do you feel frustrated or worried more than you do happy and satisfied? Are you having difficulty managing hard times such as illness, workplace stress, loss or troubles with relationships? Or perhaps you know something is wrong, but not sure what it is? Then there is something that you need and the trick is to figure out what it is. I have over 30 years helping people figure out what 'it' is, and get their lives back on track, enjoying happier, more fulfilling lives. Together we will find the solutions that will help you move forward to feel better and enjoy a life you love living.
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in the same frustrating patterns. You want clarity, emotional balance, and better relationships — not just to vent, but to actually grow? You’re looking for real tools to cope with ADHD, anxiety, or self-worth struggles. You’re ready to explore how your past impacts your present, and you want a therapist who offers more than just a listening ear — you want someone who helps you make change happen.
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in the same frustrating patterns. You want clarity, emotional balance, and better relationships — not just to vent, but to actually grow? You’re looking for real tools to cope with ADHD, anxiety, or self-worth struggles. You’re ready to explore how your past impacts your present, and you want a therapist who offers more than just a listening ear — you want someone who helps you make change happen.
Christina has an amazing range of experience that she brings to the counselling relationship from years of working in school, residential, community, and private-practice settings. Her areas of expertise include Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, self esteem, self harm, family conflict, parenting and relationships. While she works with clients from all walks and stages of life, she has a special interest in adolescent, parenting, and family work. She takes a client-centered approach, and infuses solution-focused, narrative, cognitive-behavioural, and art-therapy principles.
Christina has an amazing range of experience that she brings to the counselling relationship from years of working in school, residential, community, and private-practice settings. Her areas of expertise include Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, self esteem, self harm, family conflict, parenting and relationships. While she works with clients from all walks and stages of life, she has a special interest in adolescent, parenting, and family work. She takes a client-centered approach, and infuses solution-focused, narrative, cognitive-behavioural, and art-therapy principles.
Specializing in trauma, I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) passionate about supporting youth (12+), adults, and elders (65+). With over a decade of experience as a counsellor, educator, and youth care worker, my approach is down-to-earth, collaborative, and compassionate.
My core areas of focus include: trauma, PTSD & complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, substance use & addiction, disordered eating, grief, life transitions, identity, 2SLGBQIA+, intimate partner violence, chronic illness, and supporting individuals with disabilities particularly autism, developmental disabilities, and brain injuries.
Specializing in trauma, I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) passionate about supporting youth (12+), adults, and elders (65+). With over a decade of experience as a counsellor, educator, and youth care worker, my approach is down-to-earth, collaborative, and compassionate.
My core areas of focus include: trauma, PTSD & complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, substance use & addiction, disordered eating, grief, life transitions, identity, 2SLGBQIA+, intimate partner violence, chronic illness, and supporting individuals with disabilities particularly autism, developmental disabilities, and brain injuries.
I am currently accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping and supporting clients through the challenges that they may face. I ensure my clients have control in our sessions as I use a client centered and holistic approach in my work. I have experience in various settings, including, Interior Health, mental health organizations and MCFD. I work with both teen and adult populations. My main area of focus includes individuals with complex trauma, attachment difficulties, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and more.
I am currently accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping and supporting clients through the challenges that they may face. I ensure my clients have control in our sessions as I use a client centered and holistic approach in my work. I have experience in various settings, including, Interior Health, mental health organizations and MCFD. I work with both teen and adult populations. My main area of focus includes individuals with complex trauma, attachment difficulties, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and more.
My ideal clients are parents who want a more peaceful home. I have specific training in how we learning and teaching new skills to children (and adults)! You are the expert on your family; together we can encourage cooperation at home & school, & in the community, wherever you need support. I work with parents who are open to learning different parenting strategies instead of outdated, dysregulated emotional reactions (fear & punishment) to motivate their children. Families who want to break multi-generational cycles, confidently handle tantrums, arguing, anxiety, emotional regulation are welcome!
My ideal clients are parents who want a more peaceful home. I have specific training in how we learning and teaching new skills to children (and adults)! You are the expert on your family; together we can encourage cooperation at home & school, & in the community, wherever you need support. I work with parents who are open to learning different parenting strategies instead of outdated, dysregulated emotional reactions (fear & punishment) to motivate their children. Families who want to break multi-generational cycles, confidently handle tantrums, arguing, anxiety, emotional regulation are welcome!
Counselling, Psychotherapy, Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CBT, Conversational Intelligence & other modalities. Therapy for trauma, abuse, addictive behaviours, PTSD. Excellence Communication Skills Counselling to be the best version and have the best version of your relationships, personal, business & family. Marie Martin is the author of modality and book Metatron's Code available on Amazon. (Additional certificates: Master NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Practitioner & Certified Communications Specialist Certified Hypnosis Practitioner & Quantum, Conversational Intelligence Neuroscience)
Counselling, Psychotherapy, Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CBT, Conversational Intelligence & other modalities. Therapy for trauma, abuse, addictive behaviours, PTSD. Excellence Communication Skills Counselling to be the best version and have the best version of your relationships, personal, business & family. Marie Martin is the author of modality and book Metatron's Code available on Amazon. (Additional certificates: Master NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Practitioner & Certified Communications Specialist Certified Hypnosis Practitioner & Quantum, Conversational Intelligence Neuroscience)
Hello! I am so glad that you found me. My name is Sarada and I am an experienced therapist holding a Masters in Social Work degree. I work with individuals, couples, families and organizations to identify their values and create greater alignment with their purpose and vision. I believe that my role is to support you to remember and act upon your truest and most authentic Self. What would your life look like when you live the life of your dreams and fullest potential? What is the one step that you can take today to remember and live out that inner spark that we all have?
Hello! I am so glad that you found me. My name is Sarada and I am an experienced therapist holding a Masters in Social Work degree. I work with individuals, couples, families and organizations to identify their values and create greater alignment with their purpose and vision. I believe that my role is to support you to remember and act upon your truest and most authentic Self. What would your life look like when you live the life of your dreams and fullest potential? What is the one step that you can take today to remember and live out that inner spark that we all have?
Kelowna Brain Sciences uses proven, state-of-the-art technology to optimize brain function and improve overall wellbeing. All of our treatment protocols are designed and supervised by Registered Clinical Counsellors who prepare an integrated, comprehensive treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
Kelowna Brain Sciences uses proven, state-of-the-art technology to optimize brain function and improve overall wellbeing. All of our treatment protocols are designed and supervised by Registered Clinical Counsellors who prepare an integrated, comprehensive treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
Evening and weekend appointments available to meet you where you’re at.
I'm Haida, and I offer therapy for teens and adults who are tired of masking, stuck in survival mode, or feeling disconnected from who they really are. Whether you're managing anxiety, OCD, trauma, or simply carrying too much on your own, I provide a grounding space where you can express yourself freely. My approach is collaborative and responsive, always moving at a pace that feels manageable for you. Sessions are available in-office, online, or outdoors through nature-based counselling for those who feel more at ease outside.
Evening and weekend appointments available to meet you where you’re at.
I'm Haida, and I offer therapy for teens and adults who are tired of masking, stuck in survival mode, or feeling disconnected from who they really are. Whether you're managing anxiety, OCD, trauma, or simply carrying too much on your own, I provide a grounding space where you can express yourself freely. My approach is collaborative and responsive, always moving at a pace that feels manageable for you. Sessions are available in-office, online, or outdoors through nature-based counselling for those who feel more at ease outside.
Using a depth-psychodynamic approach, I help you get to the root of the issues in your life to make lasting positive changes. A depth (or Jungian) perspective looks into the unconscious forces at play while a psychodynamic perspective allows us to see how your past is playing out in your present 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. Above all, my focus is to empower and reconnect you with your inner truth and authentic confidence.
Using a depth-psychodynamic approach, I help you get to the root of the issues in your life to make lasting positive changes. A depth (or Jungian) perspective looks into the unconscious forces at play while a psychodynamic perspective allows us to see how your past is playing out in your present 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. Above all, my focus is to empower and reconnect you with your inner truth and authentic confidence.
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How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.