Laura
Counsellor, MA, RCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
9 Endorsed
Let's Connect (782) 819-0457
Therapy in Kelowna for OCD, anxiety, trauma, self-worth, people-pleasing, relationship challenges, and intrusive thoughts. I support youth, teens, and adults who feel stuck in overthinking, anxiety, low confidence, perfectionism, or patterns that no longer feel helpful. You may replay conversations from years ago, struggle with intrusive thoughts, second-guess yourself, feel overwhelmed in relationships, or feel disconnected from who you are. Together, we’ll work to help you feel more grounded, confident, emotionally regulated, and more like yourself again.
I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can show up as you are and we move at your pace. I’m a real person alongside you, not just a therapist. I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma, along with other approaches, to help you feel more like yourself, and align with your values.
When I’m not counselling, I’m usually with my dog, iced coffee in hand, trying to get creative, or spending time outside by the water. I also have personal experience navigating anxiety and harsh self-talk, so I understand how hard it can be to reach out for support. If you’re curious about working together, I’d love to connect for a free consultation.
Call or Email Laura Austin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (782) 819-0457
Let's Connect (782) 819-0457
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, e-Transfer, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Desjardins
- Green Shield Canada
- I accept Insurance
- Manulife
- Pacific Blue Cross
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
Laura Austin
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 819-0457
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 24733 Laura Austin
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Yorkville University, Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2024
- Degree/Diploma from Carleton University Child and Youth Studies / 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Laura Austin
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 819-0457
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Laura Austin
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 819-0457
9 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Laura Austin
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (782) 819-0457