Therapists in Penticton, BC
I have been a counsellor and family therapist for over 30 years, during that time I have worked with a rich diversity of people. Counselling and family therapy is a work that I love. I have found that people carry with them, in their own lives and networks, the strengths, the relationships, and the gifts that enable them to move through the most challenging of situations. I have found that I am able to help people find the possibilities that they need to cope with life’s various challenges.
I have been a counsellor and family therapist for over 30 years, during that time I have worked with a rich diversity of people. Counselling and family therapy is a work that I love. I have found that people carry with them, in their own lives and networks, the strengths, the relationships, and the gifts that enable them to move through the most challenging of situations. I have found that I am able to help people find the possibilities that they need to cope with life’s various challenges.
I work in collaboration with clients to uncover strengths, abilities, resources, and meaning. I believe the experiencing of fulfillment and the discovery of purpose and hope can lead to increased wellness. I prioritize the creation of a safe, warm, and empathic therapeutic relationship in which the client is the expert.
I work in collaboration with clients to uncover strengths, abilities, resources, and meaning. I believe the experiencing of fulfillment and the discovery of purpose and hope can lead to increased wellness. I prioritize the creation of a safe, warm, and empathic therapeutic relationship in which the client is the expert.
Hello. My name is Keith Balisky. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Canadian Certified Counsellor. I hold a Masters of Counselling from Gonzaga University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alberta. I believe that counselling is a journey of growth and understanding. I am lucky to be able to walk that path with people. I aim to create a space where people can let go of the weight they carry and explore it without judgement. I want to empower people to be the best version of themselves.
Hello. My name is Keith Balisky. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Canadian Certified Counsellor. I hold a Masters of Counselling from Gonzaga University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alberta. I believe that counselling is a journey of growth and understanding. I am lucky to be able to walk that path with people. I aim to create a space where people can let go of the weight they carry and explore it without judgement. I want to empower people to be the best version of themselves.
Have you felt disconnected from yourself? Struggle with fear, shame and guilt around your body, thoughts and desires? If you've ever felt worthless, unloved, anxious - I'm here to offer a pathway to reclaiming agency over your mind, body and spirit.
I understand. I went through my 20's with no sense of direction, made poor decisions and also began questioning my upbringing in the church. Suddenly - the shame, guilt and dissociation that I've felt in my body and mind made sense. The church (organized religion) has it pros and cons - I hope to guide you through the deprograming of the negative and help you reframe your narrative.
Have you felt disconnected from yourself? Struggle with fear, shame and guilt around your body, thoughts and desires? If you've ever felt worthless, unloved, anxious - I'm here to offer a pathway to reclaiming agency over your mind, body and spirit.
I understand. I went through my 20's with no sense of direction, made poor decisions and also began questioning my upbringing in the church. Suddenly - the shame, guilt and dissociation that I've felt in my body and mind made sense. The church (organized religion) has it pros and cons - I hope to guide you through the deprograming of the negative and help you reframe your narrative.
For most of my life, I have been fascinated by people’s stories. I treasure the privilege of getting to know someone’s journey and witness the ways they come to heal, grow and deepen into who they are. My role as a counsellor is to support, listen and encourage you. I hope to provide a safe harbour in whatever waters you are navigating in your life by being an anchoring and steady presence.
For most of my life, I have been fascinated by people’s stories. I treasure the privilege of getting to know someone’s journey and witness the ways they come to heal, grow and deepen into who they are. My role as a counsellor is to support, listen and encourage you. I hope to provide a safe harbour in whatever waters you are navigating in your life by being an anchoring and steady presence.
With over 30 years of experience in counselling, consultation, clinical supervision, and program leadership, I draw from a wide range of modalities to address your unique needs. I approach my work with humility and curiosity, believing in your innate capacity for growth and healing. I am passionate about helping you understand how patterned behaviours and limiting beliefs impact your health, so you can rediscover meaning, joy, and purpose in your life.
With over 30 years of experience in counselling, consultation, clinical supervision, and program leadership, I draw from a wide range of modalities to address your unique needs. I approach my work with humility and curiosity, believing in your innate capacity for growth and healing. I am passionate about helping you understand how patterned behaviours and limiting beliefs impact your health, so you can rediscover meaning, joy, and purpose in your life.
I invite you to come to a safe space to gather strategies and tools that can help to strengthen your own knowing and can gently guide you back to your intelligent heart. During these uncertain times, it can be comforting to find someone to collaborate with to regain a sense of direction, hope, and stability.
I invite you to come to a safe space to gather strategies and tools that can help to strengthen your own knowing and can gently guide you back to your intelligent heart. During these uncertain times, it can be comforting to find someone to collaborate with to regain a sense of direction, hope, and stability.
Andrea holds a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in counselling psychology. Since 2013, she has accumulated extensive experience in both the non-profit and health sectors, working with individuals, families, and groups. Her professional philosophy is grounded in the belief that each individual is the expert on their own experiences.
Andrea holds a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in counselling psychology. Since 2013, she has accumulated extensive experience in both the non-profit and health sectors, working with individuals, families, and groups. Her professional philosophy is grounded in the belief that each individual is the expert on their own experiences.
My approach focuses on challenging assumptions, normalizing experiences, fostering compassion and building internal validation. If you're struggling with depression or anxiety or need help calming your mind, I'm here to help. I believe in the power of healing through the science of neuroplasticity, which involves forming new neurological connections. I provide expert guidance on relationship dynamics, grief, loss, and anxiety, focusing on emotional awareness to help you to become more resilient. I specialize in adult couples and individual counselling. I'm also a neurodivergent affirming counsellor (ADHD, Autistic, HSP).
My approach focuses on challenging assumptions, normalizing experiences, fostering compassion and building internal validation. If you're struggling with depression or anxiety or need help calming your mind, I'm here to help. I believe in the power of healing through the science of neuroplasticity, which involves forming new neurological connections. I provide expert guidance on relationship dynamics, grief, loss, and anxiety, focusing on emotional awareness to help you to become more resilient. I specialize in adult couples and individual counselling. I'm also a neurodivergent affirming counsellor (ADHD, Autistic, HSP).
Do you feel stuck in old patterns or ways of responding to life's challenges? Are you ready to feel more grounded and self aware? When we get curious about what we're experiencing, it can lead to new insights and help us move toward a positive future. I have experience working with individuals who are experiencing a wide range of challenges including life transitions, stress, grief, depression, and anxiety.
Do you feel stuck in old patterns or ways of responding to life's challenges? Are you ready to feel more grounded and self aware? When we get curious about what we're experiencing, it can lead to new insights and help us move toward a positive future. I have experience working with individuals who are experiencing a wide range of challenges including life transitions, stress, grief, depression, and anxiety.
Counselling is an opportunity to pause the pressures of the outside world and reflect on your thoughts, feelings, needs and goals. As a counsellor, I believe in creating a caring and nonjudgmental space where you can explore the challenges of living. Engaging in counselling takes courage and can provide you with the experience of being heard and understood in a way that may have been missing from your life in the past. My work with you will be a partnership in which I respect you as your life expert.
Counselling is an opportunity to pause the pressures of the outside world and reflect on your thoughts, feelings, needs and goals. As a counsellor, I believe in creating a caring and nonjudgmental space where you can explore the challenges of living. Engaging in counselling takes courage and can provide you with the experience of being heard and understood in a way that may have been missing from your life in the past. My work with you will be a partnership in which I respect you as your life expert.
Meet Our Counsellors
Heartways Counselling & Outreach Services
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
Penticton, BC V2A
With intention and deliberate effort to build respectful relationship and trust with the Original Peoples of the unceded lands of the Syilx Okanagan territory, we acknowledge we are uninvited guests on these lands. We have a personal and professional responsibility to uphold the Calls to Action outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, with the goal to transition from ally to accomplice, ensuring the truth of the ongoing generational trauma of residential schools, the sixties scoop, MMIWG&Two-Spirited, and systemic racism is shared, never diluted, and never forgotten. Heartways commits to cultural safety.
With intention and deliberate effort to build respectful relationship and trust with the Original Peoples of the unceded lands of the Syilx Okanagan territory, we acknowledge we are uninvited guests on these lands. We have a personal and professional responsibility to uphold the Calls to Action outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, with the goal to transition from ally to accomplice, ensuring the truth of the ongoing generational trauma of residential schools, the sixties scoop, MMIWG&Two-Spirited, and systemic racism is shared, never diluted, and never forgotten. Heartways commits to cultural safety.
Do you feel that your symptoms of stress and anxiety are keeping you from living a fulfilling life? I am passionate about working with women who experience a wide range of difficulties, including but not limited to: stress, anxiety, difficult life transitions, relationship issues, and trauma. Together, we can work on developing new skills and strategies, while addressing the root causes of your symptoms. If you are interested in improving your life and your relationships, I'd love to help you in beginning your healing journey.
Do you feel that your symptoms of stress and anxiety are keeping you from living a fulfilling life? I am passionate about working with women who experience a wide range of difficulties, including but not limited to: stress, anxiety, difficult life transitions, relationship issues, and trauma. Together, we can work on developing new skills and strategies, while addressing the root causes of your symptoms. If you are interested in improving your life and your relationships, I'd love to help you in beginning your healing journey.
Have you been struggling to cope with recent life changes? Are your thoughts keeping you up at night? Feeling trapped? Do you have a child who is struggling to cope with big emotions? When you or your child is faced with these challenges, it can feel incredibly overwhelming and you might not know where to start. My passion in life is to help people like you navigate these challenging times and reach your full potential.
Have you been struggling to cope with recent life changes? Are your thoughts keeping you up at night? Feeling trapped? Do you have a child who is struggling to cope with big emotions? When you or your child is faced with these challenges, it can feel incredibly overwhelming and you might not know where to start. My passion in life is to help people like you navigate these challenging times and reach your full potential.
I'm Jonah, a Canadian Certified Counsellor dedicated to supporting you through life's journey. Healing and growth can take place in many different contexts, and the one I offer is that of a genuine, authentic relationship. Within each and every person, there is inherent value. There is a story waiting to be heard and a journey longing to be witnessed. My approach is to meet people where they are and create a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout our work together.
I'm Jonah, a Canadian Certified Counsellor dedicated to supporting you through life's journey. Healing and growth can take place in many different contexts, and the one I offer is that of a genuine, authentic relationship. Within each and every person, there is inherent value. There is a story waiting to be heard and a journey longing to be witnessed. My approach is to meet people where they are and create a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout our work together.
When I envision my ideal client, I see someone who is not defined by their issues but by their inherent strengths and resilience. They may come to therapy having experienced trauma, which manifests in various ways such as anxiety, depression, addiction or relationship difficulties. Their needs are multifaceted – they seek understanding, validation, and strategies to cope with and heal from their experiences. Their goals are deeply personal and unique; they might aim to rebuild trust in themselves and others, and to find joy and meaning in life again.
When I envision my ideal client, I see someone who is not defined by their issues but by their inherent strengths and resilience. They may come to therapy having experienced trauma, which manifests in various ways such as anxiety, depression, addiction or relationship difficulties. Their needs are multifaceted – they seek understanding, validation, and strategies to cope with and heal from their experiences. Their goals are deeply personal and unique; they might aim to rebuild trust in themselves and others, and to find joy and meaning in life again.
Are you struggling to navigate life's challenges? Do you feel anxious, burnt out, or are struggling in your relationships? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and your values? Whether you’re facing challenges in your personal life or professional journey, I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space for you to explore and grow. Together, we will explore your values, identify barriers, and develop practical strategies to overcome obstacles for you to live a more meaningful life.
Are you struggling to navigate life's challenges? Do you feel anxious, burnt out, or are struggling in your relationships? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and your values? Whether you’re facing challenges in your personal life or professional journey, I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space for you to explore and grow. Together, we will explore your values, identify barriers, and develop practical strategies to overcome obstacles for you to live a more meaningful life.
Megan is known for her signature warmth and genuineness and enjoys working with people from all walks of life. Becoming a therapist from a corporate background, Megan provides an effective and unique approach to psychotherapy, bringing rich life experience with her. Megan’s therapeutic approach reinforces a client’s strengths and agency while embracing their limitations with compassion and acceptance. She is gentle yet strategic – and she proceeds at a pace the client chooses.
Megan is known for her signature warmth and genuineness and enjoys working with people from all walks of life. Becoming a therapist from a corporate background, Megan provides an effective and unique approach to psychotherapy, bringing rich life experience with her. Megan’s therapeutic approach reinforces a client’s strengths and agency while embracing their limitations with compassion and acceptance. She is gentle yet strategic – and she proceeds at a pace the client chooses.
At Alfresco Therapy, we honour the intricate tapestry of human experiences, recognizing that diversity is not only a strength but a source of inspiration. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness, where each individual’s unique journey is acknowledged and respected. Our commitment is to support our clients through the ever-changing seasons of life, encouraging personal growth, resilience and understanding. Through an adventurous commitment of service, we extend a warm and welcoming invite to every remote corner of the YT and BC.
At Alfresco Therapy, we honour the intricate tapestry of human experiences, recognizing that diversity is not only a strength but a source of inspiration. We believe in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness, where each individual’s unique journey is acknowledged and respected. Our commitment is to support our clients through the ever-changing seasons of life, encouraging personal growth, resilience and understanding. Through an adventurous commitment of service, we extend a warm and welcoming invite to every remote corner of the YT and BC.
Tideline Wellness: Your Partner in Virtual Mental Health Care. At Tideline Wellness, we believe that mental health care should be accessible, personalized, and compassionate. Our team of experienced counselors is dedicated to providing high-quality virtual counseling services, ensuring that support is just a click away, no matter where you are. We specialize in a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress management, and more. Our approach is holistic and client-centered, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual we work with.
Tideline Wellness: Your Partner in Virtual Mental Health Care. At Tideline Wellness, we believe that mental health care should be accessible, personalized, and compassionate. Our team of experienced counselors is dedicated to providing high-quality virtual counseling services, ensuring that support is just a click away, no matter where you are. We specialize in a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress management, and more. Our approach is holistic and client-centered, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual we work with.
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Number of Counsellors in Penticton, BC
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Penticton, BC who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 80% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Stress |
| 74% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Grief |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 51% | Green Shield Canada |
| 48% | SunLife |
| 48% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Penticton, BC see their clients
| 83% | In Person and Online | |
| 17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |