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Available both in-person and online
Kelowna, BC V1P
My mission in life is to help people grow and thrive in their environments. Life can be difficult and hard to navigate. Whether you're dealing with pain from the loss of a loved one. Or a recent job loss or career change. The family dynamics that can be a surprise. The feelings that can come from being lonely or afraid. The crippling anxiety that can come from something new and strange happening in your life. Our passion is to help people maneuver through all of the obstacles with compassion and empathy in an open and calm setting. Being open to help people in all age groups is something we all strive for.
Gurdeep can also offer counselling in Punjabi if English isn't their first language. Growing up in two different cultures gave me a unique look on life. Knowing how important our cultures are allows me to help people through their problems without judgement.
Counselling techniques that are offered are but not limited to is Child Play Therapy, working with adults and children who are neurodivergent, crisis and suicide risks, assessments and interventions, depression, anxiety, grief, addictions abuse and domestic violence, group counselling techniques and counselling for families and couples.
Call or Gurdeep Patara now for a free 15 minute consultation - (705) 304-7874

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Kelowna, BC V1P

(705) 304-7874

Crossroads Collective

1708 Dolphin Avenue

300

Kelowna, BC V1Y map

My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Suicidal Ideation 
$165 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
As a member of Crossroads, I look forward to working with you.
Gurdeep Patara
Let's Connect (705) 304-7874
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Kelowna, BC V1P

(705) 304-7874

Crossroads Collective

1708 Dolphin Avenue

300

Kelowna, BC V1Y map

My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Suicidal Ideation 
$165 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
As a member of Crossroads, I look forward to working with you.
Gurdeep Patara

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $165
  • Couple Sessions $210
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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my designation is covered by most insurance companies, if your insurance company does not cover me, then I will work with you using a sliding scale to help keep therapy affordable for you. I do not direct bill at this time. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 304-7874
"
my designation is covered by most insurance companies, if your insurance company does not cover me, then I will work with you using a sliding scale to help keep therapy affordable for you. I do not direct bill at this time. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 304-7874

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 4482 Gurdeep Patara
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Kelowna College For Professional Counselling, Diploma, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with The Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta 2700 / 2024
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Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (705) 304-7874
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (705) 304-7874

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Suicidal Ideation

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (705) 304-7874
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (705) 304-7874


Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Middle Eastern
South Asian

I also speak

Punjabi

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Middle Eastern
South Asian

I also speak

Punjabi

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Adlerian
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use Integrative Therapy in my practice, which allows me to combine different therapeutic techniques to cater to each of the needs my clients have. It creates a multidimensional framework that considers physiological, cognitive, behavioural and other systems.
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 304-7874
"
I often use Integrative Therapy in my practice, which allows me to combine different therapeutic techniques to cater to each of the needs my clients have. It creates a multidimensional framework that considers physiological, cognitive, behavioural and other systems.
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (705) 304-7874

Location

Primary Location

Kelowna, BC V1P

(705) 304-7874

Additional Location

Crossroads Collective

1708 Dolphin Avenue

300

Kelowna, BC V1Y

(705) 304-7874

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Call for a free consultation now - (705) 304-7874
Photo of Gurdeep Patara, Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Gurdeep Patara
Counsellor, MPCC, CT
Call for a free consultation now - (705) 304-7874