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Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
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Rowena Kelly

Counsellor, RCC (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
175 East Broadway Vancouver, BC V5T
Life gets messy. If you're navigating overwhelm, anxiety, burnout, trauma, life transitions, self-doubt, relationship challenges, family stress, identity or something else, I offer space to slow down, put yourself first and be truly seen and understood. We can work together to understand patterns that no longer serve you & build your natural capacity to handle life's challenges, process difficult emotions, and cultivate self-compassion and resilience. By supporting emotional expression and self-understanding, you can slow down into a deeper mind-body connection, so there is more space for ease, presence, and life's simple joys.
I work with deep thinkers, big feelers, sensitive souls, and anyone seeking meaningful change. Trained extensively in Somatic Experiencing, I can, if desired, integrate talk therapy with gentle, body-based approaches to help reduce stress, process trauma & initiate change by exploring patterns of tension and nervous system responses that shape our experience
Whatever brings you here, I’ll meet you with respect, care, and genuine intention to understand your experience. You’ll explore what wellness and growth mean for you. Not according to other’s expectations, but grounded in your own values, strengths, and lived experience. I’m here to offer support with authenticity, empathy, and sometimes a little humor.
Rowena Kelly now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

175 East Broadway

Vancouver, BC V5T map

My website
I'm at Main & Broadway in Vancouver -Easy access for Mount Pleasant, East Van, Fairview, Kits, Yaletown, Olympic Village & Downtown.
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Burnout 
$155 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Rowena Kelly
Connect with Rowena Kelly
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

175 East Broadway

Vancouver, BC V5T map

My website
I'm at Main & Broadway in Vancouver -Easy access for Mount Pleasant, East Van, Fairview, Kits, Yaletown, Olympic Village & Downtown.
I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Burnout 
$155 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Rowena Kelly

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $155

Payment Methods

Cash, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa
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As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I'm covered by most insurance plans. You'll receive a receipt directly after our session to use for reimbursement. I'm happy to accept cash as well as card.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I'm covered by most insurance plans. You'll receive a receipt directly after our session to use for reimbursement. I'm happy to accept cash as well as card.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / Registered Clinical Counsellor 22749 Rowena Kelly
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In addition to my Master of Counselling Psychology and private practice therapy, I continue my almost two decades of work in social services. Social justice is a core value guiding my non-profit work supporting those impacted by trauma, violence, mental health challenges,and systemic barriers.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
In addition to my Master of Counselling Psychology and private practice therapy, I continue my almost two decades of work in social services. Social justice is a core value guiding my non-profit work supporting those impacted by trauma, violence, mental health challenges,and systemic barriers.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Burnout

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bisexual
  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Gay
  • HSP
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sensitivity
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with deep thinkers and big feelers, adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, sensitivity or autopilot. Many are insightful but still feel stuck. My approach often integrates talk therapy with somatic work to support emotional regulation, self-understanding, and slowing down into a deeper mind-body connection, so there is more space for ease, presence, and life's simple joys.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work with deep thinkers and big feelers, adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, sensitivity or autopilot. Many are insightful but still feel stuck. My approach often integrates talk therapy with somatic work to support emotional regulation, self-understanding, and slowing down into a deeper mind-body connection, so there is more space for ease, presence, and life's simple joys.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • AEDP
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Somatic Experiencing
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I choose evidence-based interventions based on the client's presenting needs, goals and personal preferences -usually an integrative mix. I gain client's consent and interest before using any specific modality, and gather frequent feedback to make sure we're on the right track using the most effective and comfortable interventions for them.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I choose evidence-based interventions based on the client's presenting needs, goals and personal preferences -usually an integrative mix. I gain client's consent and interest before using any specific modality, and gather frequent feedback to make sure we're on the right track using the most effective and comfortable interventions for them.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

175 East Broadway

Vancouver, BC V5T

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I'm at Main & Broadway in Vancouver -Easy access for Mount Pleasant, East Van, Fairview, Kits, Yaletown, Olympic Village & Downtown.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC
"
I'm at Main & Broadway in Vancouver -Easy access for Mount Pleasant, East Van, Fairview, Kits, Yaletown, Olympic Village & Downtown.
Photo of Rowena Kelly, Counsellor, RCC
Rowena Kelly
Counsellor, RCC