Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Kelowna, BC
If you’re struggling with trauma, abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, difficulty coping, relationship challenges, parenting challenges or just feeling stuck? Coleen will help you to learn a variety of tools that will help you to overcome your current challenges and be better equipped to cope with anything life throws your way in the future.
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.
If you’re struggling with trauma, abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, difficulty coping, relationship challenges, parenting challenges or just feeling stuck? Coleen will help you to learn a variety of tools that will help you to overcome your current challenges and be better equipped to cope with anything life throws your way in the future.
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 am also a trained EMDR therapist - contact me to learn more about this evidence-based treatment for trauma.
Traumatic experiences can overwhelm our nervous system and our natural ability to cope with and process events. This can leave us struggling with a number of symptoms such as feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, irritable, numb, easily startled, and distrustful of others and the world around us. Re-establishing a sense of safety is an important first step in working through these experiences. I believe we all have the ability to heal ourselves. Counsellors can act as guides to help people learn the skills to tolerate distress and overcome challenges.
I am also a trained EMDR therapist - contact me to learn more about this evidence-based treatment for trauma.
Traumatic experiences can overwhelm our nervous system and our natural ability to cope with and process events. This can leave us struggling with a number of symptoms such as feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, irritable, numb, easily startled, and distrustful of others and the world around us. Re-establishing a sense of safety is an important first step in working through these experiences. I believe we all have the ability to heal ourselves. Counsellors can act as guides to help people learn the skills to tolerate distress and overcome challenges.
Intrinsic Hearts Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, BSW, BA
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
With 16 years of experience in a variety of settings, I offer expertise in trauma work and incorporate a wide variety of tools such as: EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Touch Training, Registered Yoga Teacher 500 hour (RYT500) and have special interest in grief, bereavement and trauma and how people move through these intense times with more ease and resilience.
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and a Certified EMDR Therapist with over 16 years of experience. By gently interweaving both these modalities, EMDR becomes more gentle! I am passionate about journeying alongside my clients to aid a deeper loving connection with self and in turn with others. By incorporating the mind body connection my clients welcome parts of themselves and their lives that at one time may have been excruciating into an integral, whole and beautiful self. EMDR helps process through the most painful experience so that we can see ourselves in a new and resilient light. It’s such an honour!
With 16 years of experience in a variety of settings, I offer expertise in trauma work and incorporate a wide variety of tools such as: EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Touch Training, Registered Yoga Teacher 500 hour (RYT500) and have special interest in grief, bereavement and trauma and how people move through these intense times with more ease and resilience.
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and a Certified EMDR Therapist with over 16 years of experience. By gently interweaving both these modalities, EMDR becomes more gentle! I am passionate about journeying alongside my clients to aid a deeper loving connection with self and in turn with others. By incorporating the mind body connection my clients welcome parts of themselves and their lives that at one time may have been excruciating into an integral, whole and beautiful self. EMDR helps process through the most painful experience so that we can see ourselves in a new and resilient light. It’s such an honour!
From her perspective, Hailey believes that you do not have to live with the uncomfortable impacts of trauma and anxiety.
Hailey is a goal orientated Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), an EMDR Certified Therapist and an EMDR-CIT looking to welcome you to a balanced, healthy, and enjoyable lifestyle. Hailey’s experience is specialized in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and self-development. Hailey is very passionate about providing effective, safe, and attainable therapy. If you are looking to try therapy that is focused on removing triggers or healing from past hurts, then Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) might be the best therapy for you.
From her perspective, Hailey believes that you do not have to live with the uncomfortable impacts of trauma and anxiety.
Hailey is a goal orientated Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), an EMDR Certified Therapist and an EMDR-CIT looking to welcome you to a balanced, healthy, and enjoyable lifestyle. Hailey’s experience is specialized in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and self-development. Hailey is very passionate about providing effective, safe, and attainable therapy. If you are looking to try therapy that is focused on removing triggers or healing from past hurts, then Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) might be the best therapy for you.
Using SE, we will track your body's sensations to gently release survival energy held in the nervous system, renegotiating trauma and restoring the body, mind and emotions to wholeness and well-being.
Are you ready to heal? Physical pain, anxiety and depression associated with trauma/overwhelming experiences can be compounded by frustration and hopelessness when telling our story doesn't bring relief. After trauma, we can remain seemingly stable for many years until the body's management strategies begin to falter, as the nervous system reaches it's capacity to cope. Trauma has often been misunderstood by doctors and therapists alike, overlooked or dismissed as a key factor in our overall health. Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a highly specialized therapy that effectively treats trauma, supporting healing where the rupture has occurred - in the nervous system.
Using SE, we will track your body's sensations to gently release survival energy held in the nervous system, renegotiating trauma and restoring the body, mind and emotions to wholeness and well-being.
Are you ready to heal? Physical pain, anxiety and depression associated with trauma/overwhelming experiences can be compounded by frustration and hopelessness when telling our story doesn't bring relief. After trauma, we can remain seemingly stable for many years until the body's management strategies begin to falter, as the nervous system reaches it's capacity to cope. Trauma has often been misunderstood by doctors and therapists alike, overlooked or dismissed as a key factor in our overall health. Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a highly specialized therapy that effectively treats trauma, supporting healing where the rupture has occurred - in the nervous system.
Alexandra “Anna” Glassco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BASc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
I always focus on taking a non-judgmental, trauma-informed and empathetic approach to provide a safe and trustworthy environment with clients.
I am currently accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping people through the challenges that they may face in life. I ensure my clients know that they are the expert on their own lives, and 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 always focus on taking a non-judgmental, trauma-informed and empathetic approach to provide a safe and trustworthy environment with clients.
I am currently accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping people through the challenges that they may face in life. I ensure my clients know that they are the expert on their own lives, and 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.
As a counsellor, I am privileged to have supported many clients wrestling with different struggles, such as: PTSD. Emotional Trauma. Anxiety / Stress. Depression. Low Self-Esteem / Confidence. Addiction / Substance abuse. Some of the benefits in seeking for support / therapy are: Discovering underlying issues or beliefs that can block or restrict happiness. * Improving relationship with yourself / others. * Developing more confidence. * * Creating changes through self-discovery and therefor implementing effective ways and strategies, creating custom fit solutions to any barriers and blockage. Overcoming stress, anxiety, addiction without the need of a "quick fix" or a temporary unhealthy coping mechanism
As a counsellor, I am privileged to have supported many clients wrestling with different struggles, such as: PTSD. Emotional Trauma. Anxiety / Stress. Depression. Low Self-Esteem / Confidence. Addiction / Substance abuse. Some of the benefits in seeking for support / therapy are: Discovering underlying issues or beliefs that can block or restrict happiness. * Improving relationship with yourself / others. * Developing more confidence. * * Creating changes through self-discovery and therefor implementing effective ways and strategies, creating custom fit solutions to any barriers and blockage. Overcoming stress, anxiety, addiction without the need of a "quick fix" or a temporary unhealthy coping mechanism
I specialize in trauma-informed modalities such as PSIP, IFS, AEDP, and EMDR, blending holistic and integrative approaches to create safe, transformative healing spaces.
I'm dedicated to helping us understand the unconscious processes that shape our behaviours. These patterns, often rooted in early childhood, continue to influence our lives today. As experiential beings, we're shaped by our relationships and environments— healing is something we do together, not in isolation. Through psychotherapy, we create a brave, attuned space for relational healing and corrective emotional experiences, fostering our personal growth and creating lasting change.
I specialize in trauma-informed modalities such as PSIP, IFS, AEDP, and EMDR, blending holistic and integrative approaches to create safe, transformative healing spaces.
I'm dedicated to helping us understand the unconscious processes that shape our behaviours. These patterns, often rooted in early childhood, continue to influence our lives today. As experiential beings, we're shaped by our relationships and environments— healing is something we do together, not in isolation. Through psychotherapy, we create a brave, attuned space for relational healing and corrective emotional experiences, fostering our personal growth and creating lasting change.
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 can 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 can be permanently erased and people are less triggered in life.
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).
Hello, thank you for viewing my profile. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, genuine, empathetic therapeutic environment where clients are honored and empowered to explore their emotional world. I work collaboratively with clients to determine therapy goals and implement strategies to promote positive effective change. I work with individuals, couples, and families using an integrative approach drawing from a number of therapeutic modalities tailored to fit client needs. 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).
Hello, thank you for viewing my profile. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, genuine, empathetic therapeutic environment where clients are honored and empowered to explore their emotional world. I work collaboratively with clients to determine therapy goals and implement strategies to promote positive effective change. I work with individuals, couples, and families using an integrative approach drawing from a number of therapeutic modalities tailored to fit client needs. 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.
I have a certificate in Trauma Counselling and have expertise in addiction counselling.
YOU CAN ENRICH YOUR RELATIONSHIPS AND EXPERIENCE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE! - ask me how. I grew up in Kelowna, receiving my education in BC, Europe, & the USA. While teaching at the Belgian Bible Institute in Belgium for 11 years, I was also a prison chaplain (1980 - 1989). In BC, I taught at college level; I co-produced 18 TV programs (9 - Boundaries, 9 - Depression); I've been an instructor of counselling training for the Salvation Army. My counselling is wholistic, eclectic, pragmatic - addressing issues including abuse, addictions, anger, stress, depression, grief, fears/phobias, relationships, trauma, PTSD, weight loss, separation/divorce.
I have a certificate in Trauma Counselling and have expertise in addiction counselling.
YOU CAN ENRICH YOUR RELATIONSHIPS AND EXPERIENCE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE! - ask me how. I grew up in Kelowna, receiving my education in BC, Europe, & the USA. While teaching at the Belgian Bible Institute in Belgium for 11 years, I was also a prison chaplain (1980 - 1989). In BC, I taught at college level; I co-produced 18 TV programs (9 - Boundaries, 9 - Depression); I've been an instructor of counselling training for the Salvation Army. My counselling is wholistic, eclectic, pragmatic - addressing issues including abuse, addictions, anger, stress, depression, grief, fears/phobias, relationships, trauma, PTSD, weight loss, separation/divorce.
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Haida Gaede
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RCC, MSW RSW, PgDip, BEd, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, ensuring that every person's unique story is honoured with sensitivity and respect.
I’m Haida, a dedicated Clinician specialized in helping people navigate life's intricacies with empathy and understanding. I provide an inclusive and non-judgmental space where each person can feel deeply valued for who they are as they explore their unique thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In my view, therapy is not just about addressing problems, but also cultivating personal growth. Whether you are facing issues related to mental health, identity, relationships, or simply needing a nurturing environment to express yourself, I'm here to support you.
My approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, ensuring that every person's unique story is honoured with sensitivity and respect.
I’m Haida, a dedicated Clinician specialized in helping people navigate life's intricacies with empathy and understanding. I provide an inclusive and non-judgmental space where each person can feel deeply valued for who they are as they explore their unique thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In my view, therapy is not just about addressing problems, but also cultivating personal growth. Whether you are facing issues related to mental health, identity, relationships, or simply needing a nurturing environment to express yourself, I'm here to support you.
Cory Arthurs, MC RCC
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist, using a body-focused approach to resolve trauma symptoms.
We all face challenges, obstacles, and the pain of our inner wounds- and you deserve a safe space to explore and heal from these experiences. Perhaps you are noticing the impacts of childhood experiences, past relationships, or recent events. Maybe life shifts and transitions are feeling heavy or confusing. I am here to support you in discovering what healing looks like for you, to allow us to gently approach the vulnerable parts of your experiences. You do not need to be alone in your next steps of your healing journey.
I am a Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist, using a body-focused approach to resolve trauma symptoms.
We all face challenges, obstacles, and the pain of our inner wounds- and you deserve a safe space to explore and heal from these experiences. Perhaps you are noticing the impacts of childhood experiences, past relationships, or recent events. Maybe life shifts and transitions are feeling heavy or confusing. I am here to support you in discovering what healing looks like for you, to allow us to gently approach the vulnerable parts of your experiences. You do not need to be alone in your next steps of your healing journey.
We all desire to discover and experience the best parts of who we are. But sometimes we need help exploring those parts of ourselves where we experience struggle or pain. Whether you are experiencing the negative impacts of trauma, engaging in unhealthy behaviours, or seeking new tools to be the best version of yourself, therapy can make a difference. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with 20 years experience. My approach is informed by the mind-body connection, attachment theory, and the recent contributions of neuroscience. My goal is to provide the tools and support you need to rediscover the best parts of who you truly are.
We all desire to discover and experience the best parts of who we are. But sometimes we need help exploring those parts of ourselves where we experience struggle or pain. Whether you are experiencing the negative impacts of trauma, engaging in unhealthy behaviours, or seeking new tools to be the best version of yourself, therapy can make a difference. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with 20 years experience. My approach is informed by the mind-body connection, attachment theory, and the recent contributions of neuroscience. My goal is to provide the tools and support you need to rediscover the best parts of who you truly are.
I offer online and in-person mental health support in the form of individual counselling, couples counselling, and/or family counselling! I specialize in working with anxiety/phobias, depression, trauma, grief, and substance use.
“Grow through what you go through”. I like to call myself a “WHY” therapist. I believe that clients grow through their experiences starting from their “roots” (or their childhood). I believe that growing through experiences that may have stemmed from traumatic events in life or maladaptive ways of being, are the pinnacle of a therapeutic experience. I am here to guide you on your journey to self-actualization and improved mental health.
I offer online and in-person mental health support in the form of individual counselling, couples counselling, and/or family counselling! I specialize in working with anxiety/phobias, depression, trauma, grief, and substance use.
“Grow through what you go through”. I like to call myself a “WHY” therapist. I believe that clients grow through their experiences starting from their “roots” (or their childhood). I believe that growing through experiences that may have stemmed from traumatic events in life or maladaptive ways of being, are the pinnacle of a therapeutic experience. I am here to guide you on your journey to self-actualization and improved mental health.
I use evidence based protocols including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Ego State therapy so that you can heal and have happy, healthy relationships, a life free from trauma, PTSD, and anxiety.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from toxic repetitive relationships, complex trauma, anxiety, and PTSD. Maybe you are looking for a therapist to help you get to the core root of your issues, so you can stop repeating the same toxic relationship patterns. Or someone who will give you space to grieve because you are heartbroken that your relationship fell apart. Perhaps, you want concrete tools you can use when panic takes your breath away, or when anxiety tells you that every situation you're in will end in disaster? Or maybe, past traumatic memories keep haunting you from living fully in the present. I can help!
I use evidence based protocols including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Ego State therapy so that you can heal and have happy, healthy relationships, a life free from trauma, PTSD, and anxiety.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from toxic repetitive relationships, complex trauma, anxiety, and PTSD. Maybe you are looking for a therapist to help you get to the core root of your issues, so you can stop repeating the same toxic relationship patterns. Or someone who will give you space to grieve because you are heartbroken that your relationship fell apart. Perhaps, you want concrete tools you can use when panic takes your breath away, or when anxiety tells you that every situation you're in will end in disaster? Or maybe, past traumatic memories keep haunting you from living fully in the present. I can help!
Whether you are experiencing relationship challenges, grief, struggles with self esteem, challenges with boundaries or communication, or looking for ways to grow your capacity for joy, pleasure and self compassion, together we can examine root causes for patterns in behavior and enhance your ability to live a rich, meaningful, connected life. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples regarding trauma, grief and loss, burnout, attachment, 2SLGBTQ+, polyamory/non-monogamy, parenting and specialize in working with neurodivergent couples (ADHD/ASD or neurodivergent/neurotypical).
Whether you are experiencing relationship challenges, grief, struggles with self esteem, challenges with boundaries or communication, or looking for ways to grow your capacity for joy, pleasure and self compassion, together we can examine root causes for patterns in behavior and enhance your ability to live a rich, meaningful, connected life. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples regarding trauma, grief and loss, burnout, attachment, 2SLGBTQ+, polyamory/non-monogamy, parenting and specialize in working with neurodivergent couples (ADHD/ASD or neurodivergent/neurotypical).
I am an Attachment and Trauma Specialist well versed in navigating this terrain with both individuals and couples.
In your darkest moments, there can be the most vibrant growth "But how?" - A lot of people find themselves asking this very question, and if you've found yourself here today, I gather that you're trying to find an answer to; How to heal, how to forgive, how to change, how to bond, how to break-free, and step into the truest version of yourself. I'm here to tell you that there is a way.
I am an Attachment and Trauma Specialist well versed in navigating this terrain with both individuals and couples.
In your darkest moments, there can be the most vibrant growth "But how?" - A lot of people find themselves asking this very question, and if you've found yourself here today, I gather that you're trying to find an answer to; How to heal, how to forgive, how to change, how to bond, how to break-free, and step into the truest version of yourself. I'm here to tell you that there is a way.
To me, trauma-based counselling is mentally, much like a big hike.
I am a Registered Social Worker and EMDR trained Therapist. My area of focus practice includes Trauma & Complex PTSD. Many people I’ve served, have lived experiences in the following: Childhood Abuse and Maltreatment, Intimate Partner Violence, Religious Trauma, Racialized Trauma, and/or Accidental Trauma. Whether you find yourself suffering from a single or complexity of adverse experiences, I am committed to supporting you along YOUR path in healing. I strive to make the individuals I support feel accepted and cared for, while we walk together.
To me, trauma-based counselling is mentally, much like a big hike.
I am a Registered Social Worker and EMDR trained Therapist. My area of focus practice includes Trauma & Complex PTSD. Many people I’ve served, have lived experiences in the following: Childhood Abuse and Maltreatment, Intimate Partner Violence, Religious Trauma, Racialized Trauma, and/or Accidental Trauma. Whether you find yourself suffering from a single or complexity of adverse experiences, I am committed to supporting you along YOUR path in healing. I strive to make the individuals I support feel accepted and cared for, while we walk together.
Angela Kazmierczak Talk Less Therapy
Counsellor, RCC, SEP, CCC, MSMFT
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1W
Throughout her career, Angela has been working with individuals, couples, families, and groups who have experienced historical, shock and/or relational trauma and her educational training reflects this. She and her clients move through client experiences together integrating such approaches as therapeutic alliance formation, touch work, somatic/body noticing, the cognitive process and a felt sense of safety (developed through regulation, mindfulness and humour).
Throughout her career, Angela has been working with individuals, couples, families, and groups who have experienced historical, shock and/or relational trauma and her educational training reflects this. She and her clients move through client experiences together integrating such approaches as therapeutic alliance formation, touch work, somatic/body noticing, the cognitive process and a felt sense of safety (developed through regulation, mindfulness and humour).
