Stress Therapists in Kelowna, BC
As an RCC, I work within a holistic framework that recognizes the inseparable connection between mental health, and emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. I use evidence-based approaches to support clients with symptoms of anxiety, avoidance, depression and emotional dysregulation; and specialize in working with traumatic stress, loss, interpersonal challenges, and spiritual/religious trauma. There is no one, ‘right’ way to approach wellbeing. Your personal story is your own - formed by your upbringing, physical and emotional conditions, the cultural and social contexts that shape you, and all that you value.
As an RCC, I work within a holistic framework that recognizes the inseparable connection between mental health, and emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. I use evidence-based approaches to support clients with symptoms of anxiety, avoidance, depression and emotional dysregulation; and specialize in working with traumatic stress, loss, interpersonal challenges, and spiritual/religious trauma. There is no one, ‘right’ way to approach wellbeing. Your personal story is your own - formed by your upbringing, physical and emotional conditions, the cultural and social contexts that shape you, and all that you value.
Alena Naidzenka
Licensed Professional Counsellor, PsyM, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Z (Online Only)
I consider both top-down (brain retraining) and bottom-up (somatic) evidence-based modalities to help you overcome the effects of stress, trauma, and chronic illness symptoms and come back into balance and health.
My approach to psychotherapy is balanced and holistic, which gets to the root of my clients' chronic stress, depression, overeating, fatigue, anxiety, and nervous system imbalances and aims for their overall wellness. I have a background in wellness and disability management and over a decade of experience working in mental health. In my work, I use trauma-informed, neuroscience-based interventions that go beyond talk therapy. I will teach you to gain a deeper understanding of your nervous system processes, help regulate your emotions and physical reactions, and retrain your brain so it changes its unhelpful responses to stress.
I consider both top-down (brain retraining) and bottom-up (somatic) evidence-based modalities to help you overcome the effects of stress, trauma, and chronic illness symptoms and come back into balance and health.
My approach to psychotherapy is balanced and holistic, which gets to the root of my clients' chronic stress, depression, overeating, fatigue, anxiety, and nervous system imbalances and aims for their overall wellness. I have a background in wellness and disability management and over a decade of experience working in mental health. In my work, I use trauma-informed, neuroscience-based interventions that go beyond talk therapy. I will teach you to gain a deeper understanding of your nervous system processes, help regulate your emotions and physical reactions, and retrain your brain so it changes its unhelpful responses to stress.
SE effectively works with the source and effects of stress, various traumas, anxiety, depression, etc.
Perhaps you are seeking help for the first time. Or you may have had therapy previously, even many times, and still hope for what will really work. Personal challenges feel overwhelming; various internal and external issues magnify a sense of never ending problems. Have you struggled with despair, pain, confusion, and feel alone with it all? Pain requires attention that heals it, not the kind that perpetuates it. We can do a lot on our own; that does not rule out the need for support. This is exactly the time to reach for connection. a basic human instinct. Now is your time. Make the call you deeply long to, or email.
SE effectively works with the source and effects of stress, various traumas, anxiety, depression, etc.
Perhaps you are seeking help for the first time. Or you may have had therapy previously, even many times, and still hope for what will really work. Personal challenges feel overwhelming; various internal and external issues magnify a sense of never ending problems. Have you struggled with despair, pain, confusion, and feel alone with it all? Pain requires attention that heals it, not the kind that perpetuates it. We can do a lot on our own; that does not rule out the need for support. This is exactly the time to reach for connection. a basic human instinct. Now is your time. Make the call you deeply long to, or email.
We specialize in helping individuals lead more fulfilling lives by addressing core values, reducing stress and anxiety, and cultivating positive habits.
By initiating the process to schedule your initial counseling session, you have taken an important step forward. We recognize that embarking on a personal journey of self-improvement can evoke a blend of emotions, including a mixture of excitement and apprehension. Your needs encompass finding a nurturing and supportive environment where you can explore your challenges and acquire practical skills to effectively address them. It is clear that you are seeking guidance and inspiration to gain valuable insights into your personal journey, along with ongoing support to sustain your progress over time.
We specialize in helping individuals lead more fulfilling lives by addressing core values, reducing stress and anxiety, and cultivating positive habits.
By initiating the process to schedule your initial counseling session, you have taken an important step forward. We recognize that embarking on a personal journey of self-improvement can evoke a blend of emotions, including a mixture of excitement and apprehension. Your needs encompass finding a nurturing and supportive environment where you can explore your challenges and acquire practical skills to effectively address them. It is clear that you are seeking guidance and inspiration to gain valuable insights into your personal journey, along with ongoing support to sustain your progress over time.
Hi, I'm Claire, a clinical counselor specializing in emotional regulation, anxiety, self esteem, and stress management. I work with teens and adults who are looking for someone who is easy to talk to. With a background in personal training, I take a holistic approach that addresses both mental and physical well-being. My style blends warmth and encouragement with gentle challenges to foster personal growth and change. Together, we will develop practical strategies that integrate into your daily life, ensuring you feel supported and understood every step of the way.
Hi, I'm Claire, a clinical counselor specializing in emotional regulation, anxiety, self esteem, and stress management. I work with teens and adults who are looking for someone who is easy to talk to. With a background in personal training, I take a holistic approach that addresses both mental and physical well-being. My style blends warmth and encouragement with gentle challenges to foster personal growth and change. Together, we will develop practical strategies that integrate into your daily life, ensuring you feel supported and understood every step of the way.
My clients want a safe place where they will be deeply heard, understood, and validated. Many of my clients had childhoods that were lacking in nurturing, or are dealing with a lot of stress in adult life. I support people who are dealing with issues such as self-care and worthiness struggles, unresolved emotional wounds, body acceptance and battles with diet culture, chronic illness/pain, disability, work stress, anxiety, depression, relationship/family conflict, and grief/loss. In my office you can enjoy a complimentary beverage, unload what weighs on your heart, and leave feeling supported and more hopeful.
My clients want a safe place where they will be deeply heard, understood, and validated. Many of my clients had childhoods that were lacking in nurturing, or are dealing with a lot of stress in adult life. I support people who are dealing with issues such as self-care and worthiness struggles, unresolved emotional wounds, body acceptance and battles with diet culture, chronic illness/pain, disability, work stress, anxiety, depression, relationship/family conflict, and grief/loss. In my office you can enjoy a complimentary beverage, unload what weighs on your heart, and leave feeling supported and more hopeful.
I relate well to people in business and the arts: managers, entrepreneurs, professionals, skilled trades, executives, performers, writers, artists. My clients come from a wide variety of ages and gender orientations. They can experience stress, anxiety, anger and deep sadness. Often, clients are referred to me by doctors and other therapists as my skills compliment many other modalities and treatments. Ultimately, I help clients focus on their own inner resources and help them build skills as they resolve their own problems.
I relate well to people in business and the arts: managers, entrepreneurs, professionals, skilled trades, executives, performers, writers, artists. My clients come from a wide variety of ages and gender orientations. They can experience stress, anxiety, anger and deep sadness. Often, clients are referred to me by doctors and other therapists as my skills compliment many other modalities and treatments. Ultimately, I help clients focus on their own inner resources and help them build skills as they resolve their own problems.
Kim Lawrick Counselling
Counsellor, BA(Psy), MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y (Online Only)
Often when someone is looking for a counsellor they feel overwhelmed or confused about how to feel better. The counselling process can help you sort out your feelings and thoughts, consider what might be helpful for you, and work toward creating change that will help you to experience a greater sense of wellness in your life. Some issues that we can address include: the loss of a loved one, your health, or other part of yourself; going through a life transition; relationship issues; stress, anxiety, worry, or depression; trauma - such as motor vehicle, medical, or relational.
Often when someone is looking for a counsellor they feel overwhelmed or confused about how to feel better. The counselling process can help you sort out your feelings and thoughts, consider what might be helpful for you, and work toward creating change that will help you to experience a greater sense of wellness in your life. Some issues that we can address include: the loss of a loved one, your health, or other part of yourself; going through a life transition; relationship issues; stress, anxiety, worry, or depression; trauma - such as motor vehicle, medical, or relational.
Do you struggle with understanding your behaviours or feelings, relating to people or your work, or to move forward in creating the life you want? Maybe you are tired, disconnected, hopeless, or uncertain of where to go next by the pull of your committments and responsibilites? Perhaps there is a bigger more meaningful way to experience life? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and overcome by the struggle to deepen their relationships, reduce stress and shift from stagnating trauma. Moving from a dull, uninspired state of being into a positive, hopeful and fun future does not have to be a painstaking experience.
Do you struggle with understanding your behaviours or feelings, relating to people or your work, or to move forward in creating the life you want? Maybe you are tired, disconnected, hopeless, or uncertain of where to go next by the pull of your committments and responsibilites? Perhaps there is a bigger more meaningful way to experience life? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and overcome by the struggle to deepen their relationships, reduce stress and shift from stagnating trauma. Moving from a dull, uninspired state of being into a positive, hopeful and fun future does not have to be a painstaking experience.
Nicole Robinson-Weaver
Counsellor, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V4V (Online Only)
I believe we're all trying to figure out how we can live better lives. Maybe you’ve realized you need to lower your stress & create more balance in your life. Maybe you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed & exhausted & you just want to feel like yourself again. Maybe you can’t spend another day secretly questioning if you’re good enough. Whatever motivates your desire for change, the truth is it’s easy to default to old patterns. But you’re here, looking at this page, so that tells me you’re ready for change. You're ready to learn, heal, & grow & this time, you know you need a little support to make it happen.
I believe we're all trying to figure out how we can live better lives. Maybe you’ve realized you need to lower your stress & create more balance in your life. Maybe you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed & exhausted & you just want to feel like yourself again. Maybe you can’t spend another day secretly questioning if you’re good enough. Whatever motivates your desire for change, the truth is it’s easy to default to old patterns. But you’re here, looking at this page, so that tells me you’re ready for change. You're ready to learn, heal, & grow & this time, you know you need a little support to make it happen.
Shelaine Grant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1P (Online Only)
With a blend of social work support and expressive arts tools, I am here to work with anyone willing to express themselves and solve problems through a creative means. No artistic skills are necessary, just a willingness to tackle struggles with an outside-of-the-box approach. If you're dealing with stress, life transitions, or often seeking ways that only temporarily release tension, together we can work towards strengthening your authentic voice. Heart Times will collaborate with you to get to a place where you are not constantly feeling lost, living in survival mode.
With a blend of social work support and expressive arts tools, I am here to work with anyone willing to express themselves and solve problems through a creative means. No artistic skills are necessary, just a willingness to tackle struggles with an outside-of-the-box approach. If you're dealing with stress, life transitions, or often seeking ways that only temporarily release tension, together we can work towards strengthening your authentic voice. Heart Times will collaborate with you to get to a place where you are not constantly feeling lost, living in survival mode.
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You can be taught techniques to relieve stress and overcome depression and anxiety, as well as improve your self-esteem.
With over 25 years experience in health care, Coleen is passionate about empowering and helping clients to regain peace of mind and find balance in their lives. She is non-judgemental, empathetic, and provides a safe and trustworthy environment that lends well to building a trusting therapeutic relationship with her clients. Using an all encompassing approach, she looks at every aspect of her clients lives, including their physical and mental health as well as their social supports to create a unique individualized treatment plan for each client. Coleen uses a trauma informed lens to help her client who struggle with trauma & more.
You can be taught techniques to relieve stress and overcome depression and anxiety, as well as improve your self-esteem.
With over 25 years experience in health care, Coleen is passionate about empowering and helping clients to regain peace of mind and find balance in their lives. She is non-judgemental, empathetic, and provides a safe and trustworthy environment that lends well to building a trusting therapeutic relationship with her clients. Using an all encompassing approach, she looks at every aspect of her clients lives, including their physical and mental health as well as their social supports to create a unique individualized treatment plan for each client. Coleen uses a trauma informed lens to help her client who struggle with trauma & more.
I also work with brides-to-be in minimizing the stress of wedding planning, developing strong boundaries, and maximizing well-being.
Feeling the call to cultivate a deeper connection with yourself, rediscover your strengths and learn tools to live life more intentionally? Whether you're navigating anxiety, battling your inner critic, or feeling inundated by life's complexities, I’m here to help. My role is to guide, empower, and equip you with insights and practical strategies to facilitate meaningful change to the painful parts of life. I can help with developing coping skills to manage anxiety and depression effectively while overcoming shame, inadequacy and self esteem issues.
I also work with brides-to-be in minimizing the stress of wedding planning, developing strong boundaries, and maximizing well-being.
Feeling the call to cultivate a deeper connection with yourself, rediscover your strengths and learn tools to live life more intentionally? Whether you're navigating anxiety, battling your inner critic, or feeling inundated by life's complexities, I’m here to help. My role is to guide, empower, and equip you with insights and practical strategies to facilitate meaningful change to the painful parts of life. I can help with developing coping skills to manage anxiety and depression effectively while overcoming shame, inadequacy and self esteem issues.
Some benefits of working with me include: Increasing your resiliency; learning ways to reduce your stress & new ways to diminish anxiety; Addressing & resolving fear; anger and sadness; Overcoming depression; Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals & values; and improving your confidence as you overcome your challenges and become stronger.
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.
Some benefits of working with me include: Increasing your resiliency; learning ways to reduce your stress & new ways to diminish anxiety; Addressing & resolving fear; anger and sadness; Overcoming depression; Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals & values; and improving your confidence as you overcome your challenges and become stronger.
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.
Accepting New Clients - Have you lost hope and are feeling overwhelmed and not sure how to move forward? Finding that stress and anxiety are interfering with your day-to-day life? Grieving the loss of someone important to you, or the loss of a dream? Feeling frustrated, numb, or disconnected? We often need support but do not know where to look next. You deserve to be heard and understood. I will meet you wherever you are in your healing journey with an open mind and caring heart. Together, we will shine a light in those dark places and hold safe space for you there – to feel, heal, and navigate the way forward.
Accepting New Clients - Have you lost hope and are feeling overwhelmed and not sure how to move forward? Finding that stress and anxiety are interfering with your day-to-day life? Grieving the loss of someone important to you, or the loss of a dream? Feeling frustrated, numb, or disconnected? We often need support but do not know where to look next. You deserve to be heard and understood. I will meet you wherever you are in your healing journey with an open mind and caring heart. Together, we will shine a light in those dark places and hold safe space for you there – to feel, heal, and navigate the way forward.
Hello! As your therapist I'm here to help you manage your stress, work through your anxiety and tackle some of life's big questions. I was educated at the University of Victoria in British Columbia and Columbia University in New York State. I use an eclectic approach with an emphasis on empirically validated therapies. I am present focused and goal oriented. I hope to be working with you soon!
Hello! As your therapist I'm here to help you manage your stress, work through your anxiety and tackle some of life's big questions. I was educated at the University of Victoria in British Columbia and Columbia University in New York State. I use an eclectic approach with an emphasis on empirically validated therapies. I am present focused and goal oriented. I hope to be working with you soon!
Ashley Phillips
Counsellor, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Waitlist for new clients
Life is filled with ups and downs. I can help you manage stress, anxiety, depression, eating disorders / disordered eating including binge eating, emotional / overeating, and unhealthy relationships with food, body image issues, and coping with chronic Illness.
Life is filled with ups and downs. I can help you manage stress, anxiety, depression, eating disorders / disordered eating including binge eating, emotional / overeating, and unhealthy relationships with food, body image issues, and coping with chronic Illness.
OK Clinical Therapy Group - Kelowna & West Kelowna
Counsellor, RCC, MSW, RSW, CCC, MC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Seeking a more fulfilling life? If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the lingering impact of trauma, you’re not alone. The pressures of life, parenting challenges, and daily stress can feel overwhelming. Many people today grapple with anxiety, search for purpose, and work to manage relationships while healing from past experiences. We believe that everyone has the potential to overcome these obstacles, find peace and joy, embrace change, and cultivate hope.
Seeking a more fulfilling life? If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the lingering impact of trauma, you’re not alone. The pressures of life, parenting challenges, and daily stress can feel overwhelming. Many people today grapple with anxiety, search for purpose, and work to manage relationships while healing from past experiences. We believe that everyone has the potential to overcome these obstacles, find peace and joy, embrace change, and cultivate hope.
Many patients seek out services with Dr. Poon as she has considerable experience treating difficulties such as depression, anxiety (generalized, health-related, panic), obsessive thoughts, compulsions, trauma, anger, and substance use, in addition to relationship- and work-related stress. She has received training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Many patients seek out services with Dr. Poon as she has considerable experience treating difficulties such as depression, anxiety (generalized, health-related, panic), obsessive thoughts, compulsions, trauma, anger, and substance use, in addition to relationship- and work-related stress. She has received training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
My areas of interest include chronic pain, anxiety, parenting, relationships, stress management, and supporting children, teens, adults, and seniors through their struggles.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Trying to manage chronic pain/illness and not really participating in life? Overwhelmed with parenting? Is your child struggling and needing support? My name is Carla and I am here to listen, understand, and partner with you to create change. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), as well as a former teacher and school counsellor. I know how overwhelming life can be and how lonely it can feel when you are trying to hold it together. Together we can help you clarify, prioritize, and make progress towards enjoying life again.
My areas of interest include chronic pain, anxiety, parenting, relationships, stress management, and supporting children, teens, adults, and seniors through their struggles.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Trying to manage chronic pain/illness and not really participating in life? Overwhelmed with parenting? Is your child struggling and needing support? My name is Carla and I am here to listen, understand, and partner with you to create change. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), as well as a former teacher and school counsellor. I know how overwhelming life can be and how lonely it can feel when you are trying to hold it together. Together we can help you clarify, prioritize, and make progress towards enjoying life again.
