Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Kelowna, BC
I specialize in somatics, mindfulness, CBT, ACT, EMDR, and a variety of approaches that are tailored to fit your needs!
Hi, my name is Kiran! I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).
Your journey is unique, and sharing it with someone who truly listens can make all the difference. Our practice is dedicated to providing a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your challenges and discover new paths forward. As someone with South Asian roots, I recognize the complexities that culture and religion can bring to life experiences. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, or life transitions, we are here to walk alongside you with empathy and understanding.
I specialize in somatics, mindfulness, CBT, ACT, EMDR, and a variety of approaches that are tailored to fit your needs!
Hi, my name is Kiran! I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying).
Your journey is unique, and sharing it with someone who truly listens can make all the difference. Our practice is dedicated to providing a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your challenges and discover new paths forward. As someone with South Asian roots, I recognize the complexities that culture and religion can bring to life experiences. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, or life transitions, we are here to walk alongside you with empathy and understanding.
You may look like you’re functioning on the outside, but inside you feel disconnected from yourself, unsure what you want, or tired of living by everyone else’s expectations. I work with people who want to understand their patterns, heal old hurts, and reconnect with their own voice, needs, boundaries, and sense of self. Maybe this is showing up as anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, relationship conflict, grief, or feeling easily triggered. Maybe you’ve gone through a major life change, loss, divorce, faith transition, or other upheaval, and you’re trying to understand who you are now.
You may look like you’re functioning on the outside, but inside you feel disconnected from yourself, unsure what you want, or tired of living by everyone else’s expectations. I work with people who want to understand their patterns, heal old hurts, and reconnect with their own voice, needs, boundaries, and sense of self. Maybe this is showing up as anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, relationship conflict, grief, or feeling easily triggered. Maybe you’ve gone through a major life change, loss, divorce, faith transition, or other upheaval, and you’re trying to understand who you are now.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) I offer counselling to adults, youth and families with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, and relationship issues.
Another area of interest is working alongside parents and caregivers as they support their child or youth struggling with mental health and/or behavioural challenges, such as conflict in the home, difficulty managing emotions and school refusal.
I have a passion for working with athletes and supporting their mental health while building focus, confidence, resilience, and tools to perform consistently under pressure.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) I offer counselling to adults, youth and families with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, and relationship issues.
Another area of interest is working alongside parents and caregivers as they support their child or youth struggling with mental health and/or behavioural challenges, such as conflict in the home, difficulty managing emotions and school refusal.
I have a passion for working with athletes and supporting their mental health while building focus, confidence, resilience, and tools to perform consistently under pressure.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
I would be a good fit for you if you or your child are feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges - whether that is struggling with self-esteem, managing the challenges of ADHD, or a family working through conflict or grief. You may feel stuck, lost, or unsure of where to turn next, and you are looking for a space where you feel heard and understood. You hope to find tools that make daily life feel more manageable, and a sense of direction and hope for what's ahead.
I would be a good fit for you if you or your child are feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges - whether that is struggling with self-esteem, managing the challenges of ADHD, or a family working through conflict or grief. You may feel stuck, lost, or unsure of where to turn next, and you are looking for a space where you feel heard and understood. You hope to find tools that make daily life feel more manageable, and a sense of direction and hope for what's ahead.
I utilize CBT and mindfulness frequently in my sessions, as well as solution-focused therapy and a strengths-based approach.
I am currently accepting new clients! I am a warm, empathetic, supportive, and open-minded counsellor, who provides a safe and welcoming environment. I work collaboratively with my clients and provide therapy, support, and psychoeducation throughout counselling. My aim is to give you the coping tools to help you help yourself. I offer in-person, virtual, and telephone appointments, and have a flexible schedule to accommodate your busy life. I am a registered provider of First Nations Health Authority, ICBC, CVAP, EAP, and Autism Funding.
I utilize CBT and mindfulness frequently in my sessions, as well as solution-focused therapy and a strengths-based approach.
I am currently accepting new clients! I am a warm, empathetic, supportive, and open-minded counsellor, who provides a safe and welcoming environment. I work collaboratively with my clients and provide therapy, support, and psychoeducation throughout counselling. My aim is to give you the coping tools to help you help yourself. I offer in-person, virtual, and telephone appointments, and have a flexible schedule to accommodate your busy life. I am a registered provider of First Nations Health Authority, ICBC, CVAP, EAP, and Autism Funding.
Susan Smith - Inspiring Visions Counselling
Counsellor, CCC, MEd, BSc, BEd
Kelowna, BC V1W
Waitlist for new clients
I have been counselling for more than 30 years. I want to inspire you to create and live your best life. Are there ideas you hold or patterns you have that are holding you back? I strive to collaborate with you to find limitations or blocks and build a positive framework for finding your way through what may be a difficult time. Sometime we need to evaluate our thought patterns, our boundaries, our guilt, and our limited thinking to reveal what we truly need to find happiness. I want to help you find the strength to build your vision of harmonious relationships, a career with passion, and a life which feeds your soul.
I have been counselling for more than 30 years. I want to inspire you to create and live your best life. Are there ideas you hold or patterns you have that are holding you back? I strive to collaborate with you to find limitations or blocks and build a positive framework for finding your way through what may be a difficult time. Sometime we need to evaluate our thought patterns, our boundaries, our guilt, and our limited thinking to reveal what we truly need to find happiness. I want to help you find the strength to build your vision of harmonious relationships, a career with passion, and a life which feeds your soul.
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.
My integrative, trauma-informed approach blends Clinical Hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, Mindfulness, ACT, and gentle somatic practices.
With me, you can expect a warm, non-judgemental and safe space. My approach is gently challenging with a pinch of humour. We will address your current challenges, explore deeper emotions, beliefs and disruptive patterns, experiment with new coping resources, and increase your sense of connection to yourself, your loved ones, and your community.
My integrative, trauma-informed approach blends Clinical Hypnotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, Mindfulness, ACT, and gentle somatic practices.
With me, you can expect a warm, non-judgemental and safe space. My approach is gently challenging with a pinch of humour. We will address your current challenges, explore deeper emotions, beliefs and disruptive patterns, experiment with new coping resources, and increase your sense of connection to yourself, your loved ones, and your community.
These are the main issues I can help you with as part of my scope of practice: Trauma-Informed Therapy Somatic / Body-Based Approaches Internal Family Systems (IFS)-Informed Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Mindfulness-Based Therapy Emotion Regulation Approaches Experiential Therapy EMDR-informed stabilization and preparation strategies Immersive Nervous System Regulation Interventions.
I work with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, grief, chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, or difficulties with self-worth, relationships, and emotional regulation. Many feel stuck in recurring patterns of shame, disconnection, or reactions they cannot fully understand. Together, we explore the underlying factors contributing to these challenges while building practical skills for resilience and lasting change. When appropriate, therapy may also incorporate immersive nervous system regulation interventions to support grounding, emotional awareness, and attentional focus.
These are the main issues I can help you with as part of my scope of practice: Trauma-Informed Therapy Somatic / Body-Based Approaches Internal Family Systems (IFS)-Informed Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Mindfulness-Based Therapy Emotion Regulation Approaches Experiential Therapy EMDR-informed stabilization and preparation strategies Immersive Nervous System Regulation Interventions.
I work with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, grief, chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, or difficulties with self-worth, relationships, and emotional regulation. Many feel stuck in recurring patterns of shame, disconnection, or reactions they cannot fully understand. Together, we explore the underlying factors contributing to these challenges while building practical skills for resilience and lasting change. When appropriate, therapy may also incorporate immersive nervous system regulation interventions to support grounding, emotional awareness, and attentional focus.
My work is integrative and client-centered, incorporating parts work, mindfulness-based, attachment-focused, narrative, and trauma-informed approaches.
I provide compassionate counselling for grief & loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships & mental performance.
You may be holding it together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain on the inside. I provide a safe, welcoming space where you can be heard, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. Let's walk together to find clarity in the chaos.
My work is integrative and client-centered, incorporating parts work, mindfulness-based, attachment-focused, narrative, and trauma-informed approaches.
I provide compassionate counselling for grief & loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships & mental performance.
You may be holding it together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain on the inside. I provide a safe, welcoming space where you can be heard, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. Let's walk together to find clarity in the chaos.
I also integrate CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, narrative therapy, parts work, solution-focused therapy, and emotional-focused therapy.
Let’s start a relationship based on trust, healing, growth, and fulfillment. Do you feel stuck, lacking motivation, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next? My role is to walk alongside you as we delve into your emotions. I want to provide you with tools, communication, emotional awareness, and fulfillment as we navigate your struggles, successes, and transitions so you live a fulfilling life that highlights your true self.
I also integrate CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, narrative therapy, parts work, solution-focused therapy, and emotional-focused therapy.
Let’s start a relationship based on trust, healing, growth, and fulfillment. Do you feel stuck, lacking motivation, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next? My role is to walk alongside you as we delve into your emotions. I want to provide you with tools, communication, emotional awareness, and fulfillment as we navigate your struggles, successes, and transitions so you live a fulfilling life that highlights your true self.
Hello, my name is Paula and I’m a Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker in British Columbia. I specialize in both trauma, anxiety, and substance use. Low-level trauma can cause just as much distress and disruption in your everyday life. Subtle emotional wounds, or repeated experiences, can result in a trauma response such as emotional numbness, negative beliefs about self, or ongoing anxiety. In addition to this, I am equipped to help you navigate life transitions such as retirement, parenthood, health diagnosis, or career changes.
Hello, my name is Paula and I’m a Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker in British Columbia. I specialize in both trauma, anxiety, and substance use. Low-level trauma can cause just as much distress and disruption in your everyday life. Subtle emotional wounds, or repeated experiences, can result in a trauma response such as emotional numbness, negative beliefs about self, or ongoing anxiety. In addition to this, I am equipped to help you navigate life transitions such as retirement, parenthood, health diagnosis, or career changes.
Next Step Counselling is a group practice comprised of compassionate, goal oriented therapists looking to welcome you to a positive place of healthy change. Next Step is dedicated to helping people in our community foster change and embark upon personal development. We specialize in areas such as stress, anxiety, depression, couples, and marital problems. Next Step can help alleviate the daily challenges that life has to offer. We are highly trained RCC's and understand that life can have many challenges, and our goal is to help people navigate through life’s tougher situations. Please get in touch for more information!
Next Step Counselling is a group practice comprised of compassionate, goal oriented therapists looking to welcome you to a positive place of healthy change. Next Step is dedicated to helping people in our community foster change and embark upon personal development. We specialize in areas such as stress, anxiety, depression, couples, and marital problems. Next Step can help alleviate the daily challenges that life has to offer. We are highly trained RCC's and understand that life can have many challenges, and our goal is to help people navigate through life’s tougher situations. Please get in touch for more information!
70 years of life experience has been my best teacher (even though I have all the necessary professional training.) I have experienced loss when 2 spouses passed away from disease. I have won my own battles with cancer and addiction. I have raised 4 children, 2 step children (some with special needs) and now enjoy 12 grandchildren. I treat anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and anger by addressing the root of the problem - trauma. I am trained in EMDR, which is useful in healing PTSD (both childhood and adult trauma). Within minutes (not months) the pain of trauma may be permanently erased and people are less triggered in life.
70 years of life experience has been my best teacher (even though I have all the necessary professional training.) I have experienced loss when 2 spouses passed away from disease. I have won my own battles with cancer and addiction. I have raised 4 children, 2 step children (some with special needs) and now enjoy 12 grandchildren. I treat anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and anger by addressing the root of the problem - trauma. I am trained in EMDR, which is useful in healing PTSD (both childhood and adult trauma). Within minutes (not months) the pain of trauma may be permanently erased and people are less triggered in life.
What makes Lisa stand out is her warm personality and her straight forward approach. With gentleness and humour, she guides clients to find their own insights, while providing tools and teaching techniques clients can use on their own. In a non-judgemental setting, Lisa helps clients to quickly achieve their goals. Lisa Webster's style is perfect for motivated individuals who are ready to make rapid change. Lisa focuses on achieving results. What used to take months or even years can often be resolved in sessions, saving time and money.
What makes Lisa stand out is her warm personality and her straight forward approach. With gentleness and humour, she guides clients to find their own insights, while providing tools and teaching techniques clients can use on their own. In a non-judgemental setting, Lisa helps clients to quickly achieve their goals. Lisa Webster's style is perfect for motivated individuals who are ready to make rapid change. Lisa focuses on achieving results. What used to take months or even years can often be resolved in sessions, saving time and money.
At Safe & Sound Therapeutics, we blend evidence-based and humanistic therapies—integrating somatic, mindfulness, and relational approaches to foster healing, connection, and self-understanding.
Safe & Sound is a collaborative group practice offering evidence-based counselling and psychological assessments. Our experienced clinicians—Lea, Katie, Telka, Sharlene, Brittany—provide flexible scheduling and specialized support for anxiety, grief, trauma and nervous system regulation, FNHA-funded counselling, play-based therapy, and somatic approaches. We offer sliding-scale options and expanded direct billing to reduce financial barriers. Therapy here supports real behavioural change, stronger relationships, and a deeper connection with yourself & others.
At Safe & Sound Therapeutics, we blend evidence-based and humanistic therapies—integrating somatic, mindfulness, and relational approaches to foster healing, connection, and self-understanding.
Safe & Sound is a collaborative group practice offering evidence-based counselling and psychological assessments. Our experienced clinicians—Lea, Katie, Telka, Sharlene, Brittany—provide flexible scheduling and specialized support for anxiety, grief, trauma and nervous system regulation, FNHA-funded counselling, play-based therapy, and somatic approaches. We offer sliding-scale options and expanded direct billing to reduce financial barriers. Therapy here supports real behavioural change, stronger relationships, and a deeper connection with yourself & others.
My practice is grounded in the Two-Eyed Seeing Framework, which integrates both Western approaches, including narrative therapy, trauma-informed practices, mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside culturally responsive methods such as storytelling, the use of traditional plant medicines, and teachings from Elders.
My work is grounded in a client-centred model, where we work together as partners in your healing journey. You are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help you navigate the world around you with clarity and understanding. Through our collaborative process, we will build on your inner resilience, empowering you to overcome life's challenges.
My practice is grounded in the Two-Eyed Seeing Framework, which integrates both Western approaches, including narrative therapy, trauma-informed practices, mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside culturally responsive methods such as storytelling, the use of traditional plant medicines, and teachings from Elders.
My work is grounded in a client-centred model, where we work together as partners in your healing journey. You are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help you navigate the world around you with clarity and understanding. Through our collaborative process, we will build on your inner resilience, empowering you to overcome life's challenges.
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 have special expertise in supporting post-secondary clients with school stress. I have a sense of genuine care for my clients and focus on building and maintaining a strong rapport throughout the counselling process. In a world of never ending societal pressures, I work with clients to help them begin to live more congruent lives that align with their true values.
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 have special expertise in supporting post-secondary clients with school stress. I have a sense of genuine care for my clients and focus on building and maintaining a strong rapport throughout the counselling process. In a world of never ending societal pressures, I work with clients to help them begin to live more congruent lives that align with their true values.
I integrate an attachment theory framework with emotion focussed, cognitive/dialectical behavioral, mindfulness-based therapies and EMDR to provide care that is sensitive, individualized and client-centred.
I have been providing support for individuals struggling with mental health concerns for over a decade. I specialize in the treatment of trauma, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, self-harm and other emotion regulation difficulties. I hope to make people to feel safe and secure in sharing personal challenges and provide a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental perspective on complex struggles and coping difficulties.
I integrate an attachment theory framework with emotion focussed, cognitive/dialectical behavioral, mindfulness-based therapies and EMDR to provide care that is sensitive, individualized and client-centred.
I have been providing support for individuals struggling with mental health concerns for over a decade. I specialize in the treatment of trauma, substance abuse, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, self-harm and other emotion regulation difficulties. I hope to make people to feel safe and secure in sharing personal challenges and provide a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental perspective on complex struggles and coping difficulties.
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How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.