Therapists in Penticton, BC

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.

There are times throughout our lives when we might want to seek support and reflection. When we want to focus on our well-being with a trusted and skilled witness. You may be here because you are feeling stuck, feeling the effects of an unstable world. You may be experiencing depression or anxiety, a transition or a loss, or are simply feeling curious about change or expansion in your life. I welcome adults of all ages, genders, and experiences to join me. One of the main modalities I utilize is Expressive Arts Therapy, an arts based and somatically informed approach to psychotherapy that connects us to our inner resources.
There are times throughout our lives when we might want to seek support and reflection. When we want to focus on our well-being with a trusted and skilled witness. You may be here because you are feeling stuck, feeling the effects of an unstable world. You may be experiencing depression or anxiety, a transition or a loss, or are simply feeling curious about change or expansion in your life. I welcome adults of all ages, genders, and experiences to join me. One of the main modalities I utilize is Expressive Arts Therapy, an arts based and somatically informed approach to psychotherapy that connects us to our inner resources.

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.

Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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 am an experienced and compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of dedicated service in the field of mental health and well-being, teaching and school counselling. Possessing a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from UBC, and various specialized certifications, I have honed my skills to provide empathetic and effective guidance to individuals facing diverse challenges. My warm and non-judgmental demeanor instantly puts my clients at ease, fostering a safe and trusting environment for open dialogue.
I am an experienced and compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of dedicated service in the field of mental health and well-being, teaching and school counselling. Possessing a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from UBC, and various specialized certifications, I have honed my skills to provide empathetic and effective guidance to individuals facing diverse challenges. My warm and non-judgmental demeanor instantly puts my clients at ease, fostering a safe and trusting environment for open dialogue.

Aman Bhardwaj
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Penticton, BC V2A
Pursuing counselling may be a significant undertaking for some and therefore, it is imperative to establish an environment that is healing, safe and non-judgemental. I view counselling as a collaborative process, centred on an exploration of feelings and thoughts. My hope is that you recognize that your emotions and feelings are real and valid and that you do not have to go through this process alone. My responsibilities are to ensure that I stand alongside you, go through this journey with you and work towards producing a positive ripple effect, as we carefully rebuild each and every single facet of your life.
Pursuing counselling may be a significant undertaking for some and therefore, it is imperative to establish an environment that is healing, safe and non-judgemental. I view counselling as a collaborative process, centred on an exploration of feelings and thoughts. My hope is that you recognize that your emotions and feelings are real and valid and that you do not have to go through this process alone. My responsibilities are to ensure that I stand alongside you, go through this journey with you and work towards producing a positive ripple effect, as we carefully rebuild each and every single facet of your life.

Are you different? So am I. I specialize in working with people who break the mold. This includes neuro-divergent adults (ADHD, Autistic, C-PTSD), chronically ill, 2SLGBTQ, and racialized people. Focusing on resiliency and emotional intelligence, I use evidence-based practices and creative interventions to use the wounds of the past as seeds for growth. Adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and relationship fractures disrupt our feelings of safety and trust. In order to thrive, we need to heal.
Are you different? So am I. I specialize in working with people who break the mold. This includes neuro-divergent adults (ADHD, Autistic, C-PTSD), chronically ill, 2SLGBTQ, and racialized people. Focusing on resiliency and emotional intelligence, I use evidence-based practices and creative interventions to use the wounds of the past as seeds for growth. Adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and relationship fractures disrupt our feelings of safety and trust. In order to thrive, we need to heal.

Survivors of childhood trauma, individuals struggling in unhealthy relationships, emergency responders or individuals battling physical or mental illness all have the potential to develop a powerful mindset. A powerful mindset is about overcoming adversity and challenges that life presents. It’s about possessing, understanding, and being able to successfully use a set of psychological coping skills that allow you to be more effective, adaptive, and persistent while pursuing your goals. The foundation and quality of your life will be shaped by how how well you handle challenges and how open you are to improvement.
Survivors of childhood trauma, individuals struggling in unhealthy relationships, emergency responders or individuals battling physical or mental illness all have the potential to develop a powerful mindset. A powerful mindset is about overcoming adversity and challenges that life presents. It’s about possessing, understanding, and being able to successfully use a set of psychological coping skills that allow you to be more effective, adaptive, and persistent while pursuing your goals. The foundation and quality of your life will be shaped by how how well you handle challenges and how open you are to improvement.

If you are a guy and apprehensive about counselling, welcome! You are not alone. Many people find counselling to be an anxiety producing experience but for many men it can be really uncomfortable. Do you suffer in silence? Feel shame? Have anger that is expressed in unhealthy ways? Experience relationship issues? Stressed out, depressed or anxious? If you want to work through your issues, whatever they are, it is possible to put them behind you. If YOU are willing to work on YOU I am committed to journeying with you to work towards the goals that you would like to achieve.
If you are a guy and apprehensive about counselling, welcome! You are not alone. Many people find counselling to be an anxiety producing experience but for many men it can be really uncomfortable. Do you suffer in silence? Feel shame? Have anger that is expressed in unhealthy ways? Experience relationship issues? Stressed out, depressed or anxious? If you want to work through your issues, whatever they are, it is possible to put them behind you. If YOU are willing to work on YOU I am committed to journeying with you to work towards the goals that you would like to achieve.

Is your child or adolescent overly anxious as they struggle with low-self esteem and a lack of confidence? You may be observing them figuring out who they are and are exploring different facets of their identity, including questions around gender, sexuality, and how they express themselves in their clothing choices. During this process, they may be having difficulty making or maintaining positive relationships with those around them. At home or school, overwhelming feelings of worry and frustration are becoming harder to deal with and your child is in need of support. I can support your child to thrive through all of these changes.
Is your child or adolescent overly anxious as they struggle with low-self esteem and a lack of confidence? You may be observing them figuring out who they are and are exploring different facets of their identity, including questions around gender, sexuality, and how they express themselves in their clothing choices. During this process, they may be having difficulty making or maintaining positive relationships with those around them. At home or school, overwhelming feelings of worry and frustration are becoming harder to deal with and your child is in need of support. I can support your child to thrive through all of these changes.

You may look like you have it together, but feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed underneath. I work with couples, executives/professionals and men who are ready for meaningful change. My approach is structured, practical, and emotionally grounded. Whether you’re navigating conflict, stress, or relationship strain, I help you slow down, get clear, and move forward. With 20+ years of experience, I offer calm, focused support—and a path to real connection, clarity, and leadership in your life and relationships.
You may look like you have it together, but feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed underneath. I work with couples, executives/professionals and men who are ready for meaningful change. My approach is structured, practical, and emotionally grounded. Whether you’re navigating conflict, stress, or relationship strain, I help you slow down, get clear, and move forward. With 20+ years of experience, I offer calm, focused support—and a path to real connection, clarity, and leadership in your life and relationships.
Meet Our Counsellors

Kim Ewing Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MSc, RMFT, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.

Are you struggling with feelings of insecurity, lack of motivation, and/ or worth and value? Are you feeling unmotivated, uninterested, or simply uninspired? Perhaps you're dealing with a tragedy, a difficult relationship, or are struggling to find your purpose. Whatever your reason for considering therapy, I hope you'll push forward, reach out, and find hope in knowing that lasting change, no matter when, what time, or in what stage of life you're in, is possible!
Are you struggling with feelings of insecurity, lack of motivation, and/ or worth and value? Are you feeling unmotivated, uninterested, or simply uninspired? Perhaps you're dealing with a tragedy, a difficult relationship, or are struggling to find your purpose. Whatever your reason for considering therapy, I hope you'll push forward, reach out, and find hope in knowing that lasting change, no matter when, what time, or in what stage of life you're in, is possible!

Hi, I'm Sara. It's nice to meet you! I support women experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, and perinatal mood + anxiety disorders. With certification in Perinatal Mental Health, I have additional training and experience to support women journeying through fertility challenges, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, postpartum adjustment, and motherhood. I offer individual counselling in Kelowna BC, and virtually.
Hi, I'm Sara. It's nice to meet you! I support women experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, and perinatal mood + anxiety disorders. With certification in Perinatal Mental Health, I have additional training and experience to support women journeying through fertility challenges, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, postpartum adjustment, and motherhood. I offer individual counselling in Kelowna BC, and virtually.

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.

Kelowna Brain Sciences uses proven, state-of-the-art technology to optimize brain function and improve overall wellbeing. All of our treatment protocols are designed and supervised by Registered Clinical Counsellors who prepare an integrated, comprehensive treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
Kelowna Brain Sciences uses proven, state-of-the-art technology to optimize brain function and improve overall wellbeing. All of our treatment protocols are designed and supervised by Registered Clinical Counsellors who prepare an integrated, comprehensive treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.

Being of service to another human being and finding a way to help is a privilege I am grateful for whenever it is presented to me. My goal as a counsellor is to help my clients find a way to work through the challenges of life in a way that best suits who they are in a safe, non-judgmental and collaborative approach. You already have everything you need to be happy and overcome the obstacles life has put in your way. My job is to help you discover and develop those strengths.
Being of service to another human being and finding a way to help is a privilege I am grateful for whenever it is presented to me. My goal as a counsellor is to help my clients find a way to work through the challenges of life in a way that best suits who they are in a safe, non-judgmental and collaborative approach. You already have everything you need to be happy and overcome the obstacles life has put in your way. My job is to help you discover and develop those strengths.

OK Clinical Therapy Group - Kelowna & West Kelowna
Counsellor, RCC, MSW, RSW, CCC, MC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.

Do you want to improve personally or professionally? Are you struggling with mental health challenges? Are you managing difficult life experiences? If you are, I am here to help. I will work alongside you to improve the quality of your life. We do this by clarifying what you want, understanding what is inside your control, and identifying the steps necessary to move forward. In this process you will understand how your past has shaped you and what you can do to make changes. You will understand yourself better and you will be more effective. You will develop the strength, strategies, and skills to create the life you want.
Do you want to improve personally or professionally? Are you struggling with mental health challenges? Are you managing difficult life experiences? If you are, I am here to help. I will work alongside you to improve the quality of your life. We do this by clarifying what you want, understanding what is inside your control, and identifying the steps necessary to move forward. In this process you will understand how your past has shaped you and what you can do to make changes. You will understand yourself better and you will be more effective. You will develop the strength, strategies, and skills to create the life you want.

We live in a complex world that can be difficult to navigate! To do so we need support. If this sounds like you, it is wise of you to seek help. While you may feel lost and hopeless, afraid and alone, or just all done, let me assure you that there is a way forward. I am available to help you manage your challenges be they personal, relationship based, or work related. Together we can find a way towards a better path! One that leaves hopelessness and fear behind and will, with support take you toward a life worth living, where you can feel in control and competent. A life with purpose, laughter and the sunshine you may be missing.
We live in a complex world that can be difficult to navigate! To do so we need support. If this sounds like you, it is wise of you to seek help. While you may feel lost and hopeless, afraid and alone, or just all done, let me assure you that there is a way forward. I am available to help you manage your challenges be they personal, relationship based, or work related. Together we can find a way towards a better path! One that leaves hopelessness and fear behind and will, with support take you toward a life worth living, where you can feel in control and competent. A life with purpose, laughter and the sunshine you may be missing.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
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 |