Therapists in V1T

Hi, I’m Stacey, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and hold a Master of Art's in Counselling Psychology degree. With 15years of experience in mental health, I combine and integrate various mind-body modalities in order to tailor sessions to your individual needs. My approach is client centred and trauma-informed, with a particular emphasis on Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

If you have experienced things that are so overwhelming or suffered a trauma it can sometimes feel debilitating and this can compromise your ability to function and cope this is because trauma affects our nervous system. When you are triggered by an event or a person you produce an emotional charge and when you leave or ignore these issues they get locked in our body and this affects the way you think, feel and behave. In order to feel better and recover you need to address these unresolved issues to release that emotional charge.

Hi, my name is Ciaran and I’m a registered Counsellors and Psychotherapists with over twenty years of supporting clients. Maybe you’re struggling with addiction or experience loss, grief, unhappiness and you’re experiencing a sense of being over-whelmed by a lack of direction with making some changes in your life. My goal is to help you work through whatever it is, in a supportive and safe space.

As a 2Spirit/Nonbinary/Transfem provider, I am passionate about delivering anti-oppressive, culturally safe, and Queer/Gender-affirming therapy services to Indigenous and 2SLGBTQI+ Peoples in British Columbia. My services are focused on supporting clients to heal from traumatic systems of oppression and I work with clients dealing with a range of mental health challenges. The goals of my services generally consist of building self-identity, self-esteem, and empowerment through a narrative/storytelling process. My work incorporates Indigenous healing practices when relevant.

Many of us feel stuck in our daily lives, not knowing exactly how to get the progress that we want. Depression, anxiety, and trauma can hold us back from where we deserve to be and can negatively affect our well-being and relationships. Children and youth may need some guidance and help navigating different life transitions. No two people are the same and it is my goal to help you recognize your own unique strengths, integrating a case-specific approach to create your unique therapy plan. I am here to offer mental health support in a non-judgemental, friendly, and compassionate space.

If you've passed the point of trying to merely alleviate symptoms and want to address the root causes of your struggle, I am a therapist that is ready and able to help you do that. I provide a stable and supportive environment that enables you to “go there” in safety, and I consistently provide opportunities and encouragement for you to do so. My clients find me to be highly insightful, effective in the use of analogies and metaphor to increase self-awareness and self-understanding, empathetic, and easy to be vulnerable with. I am non-judgmental, and possess the ability to both meet people where they’re at and to help them shift.

After many years of working in healthcare and education in the U.K., the Netherlands and Canada, I realized that I wanted to help others more directly. I wanted to create a safe, understanding, caring, non-judgemental space for people to share their mental health journey with me. I have developed the skills and knowledge, through education at KCPC and through work with the Canadian Mental Health Association and as a BouncBack coach, to use an integrative approach to counselling to guide and support people to reach their mental health goals. This means that I will work with you to find the best way that works for you!

My name is Kim, and my passion is working with children, youth and families. I have experience working in child development centers, preschools, school districts, MCFD, CYMH, and non-profit agencies. My goal is to help individuals and their families heal through stressful and traumatic events. My practice is strength-based, where I encourage the client to share their personal narrative whether that is through words, art or play. My role is to walk beside my clients while offering support and strategies to help them overcome adversity. In order to maximize child and youth engagement I tailor my sessions to meet their unique needs.

I am a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Clinical Social Work degree from UBC. After graduating with Honours from the UBCO Bachelor of Social Work program, I worked in the field of social work and counselling for over 23 years in BC and Nunavut. I've always had a natural interest in people's stories and understanding humanity. I have formal training in Mindfulness & Meditation, Motivation Interviewing, Trauma Informed Practice, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, EMDR, and Research & Evidence Based Practice.

My name is Kimberly Pitino and I am a Registered Social Worker in Vernon, British Columbia in good standing and have been in the field of social work for 17 years. I completed my Masters of Social Work degree in December 2022. My experience and passion lead me to many years in health care. I am grateful to have been afforded the opportunity to support and walk alongside a number of individuals during particularly difficult times in their lives. I recognize and value working with individuals, using their own strengths and knowledge to first assist them in recognizing their own abilities and then work towards goals together.

Have anxiety, depression, addiction, isolation, anger management issues, self-harm, or suicide ideation left you feeling concerned about the quality of your life? Perhaps you’ve struggled to resolve these issues on your own, to no avail? Are you ready to take 100% responsibility for your life and committed to making the necessary changes? Due to my own inter-generational trauma, I have a first-hand understanding of where you are in your life’s journey. I’d like you to know that the act of reaching out for help is a deeply courageous act, especially for most men, as most of us are conditioned to self-isolate and suffer in silence.

Imagine feeling it in your bones that change is possible. How you relate to yourself, others, and life - can change. I want to work with people who are courageous and fearful and unsure. When we have limiting stories of ourselves it can be helpful to have someone else, a professional, hear us - see us- and want to show another way. I will not look away from your shadow, and I do not fear trauma or big emotions. You are so much more than what you've done, your body, and your worst thoughts.

Helping families, individuals and children through difficult experiences has been my career's focus for over 25 years. I utilize child-centered play/art therapy, sand tray work, emotional regulation, cognitive behavioural therapy and rational emotive behavioural therapy. These strategies allow children and adults to reveal their anger, fears sadness or frustrations in order to better understand and express themselves. My holistic and creative approach allows clients to feel comfortable, heal, overcome obstacles and embrace positive changes that can ultimately create a more satisfying quality of life.

I have a Bachelor and Master's Degree in Social Work from UBC and over 23 years experience helping others with mental health, addictions, and relationship issues in a variety of health care, community and social service settings. When you come in for counselling support, I start by creating a relaxed atmosphere where you feel safe and reassured that you've found someone who can help you truly face the issues you're experiencing. Sometimes, the stress of life can be overwhelming and your world becomes very narrow.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Does it feel like it takes too much energy to just get out of bed? Do you want to feel you have more control of your life? For the past 15 years I have supported Indigenous and non-Indigenous children, youth and adults with issues related to anxiety, depression, substance use, grief and loss, sexuality, social struggles, and trauma related to residential schools. I am passionate about helping you overcome obstacles to the success in life that you want and deserve. I believe that healing is a holistic journey that takes all aspects of your life into account, and doesn't focus on only one part or symptom.

Hello! I’m Felicia, and I believe that people are astonishing, resilient beings who have the power to heal, grow, and reach fulfillment in life. Life stressors and negative past experiences can lead us to experience inner turmoil and cause us to question our decisions, feel adrift, and lose hope. It can be exhausting and overwhelming to navigate life while holding these experiences. I am passionate about helping those experiencing anxiety, depression and other challenges to improve life balance.

Challenges and unexpected events can overwhelm our sense and emotions. I strive to work with children, youth and families in an empathetic and client centered approach to help individuals and groups find hope and joy for the future. Children and youth who have experienced trauma may find it difficult to participate in traditional talk therapies. Rainbow of Hope uses a play therapeutic approach so clients can tell their stories and process their complex emotions. By learning how to tell their story they learn coping strategies that enables each client to see hope within their future.

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.

I am passionate about helping teens and adults face challenges, heal wounds and reconnect with the courage, clarity and open heart of their true self. I bring my compassionate and warm nature to each session and will help you feel at ease to engage in this transformative work. Using a mind-body approach, I'll hold safe space for you or your child to feel seen, heard and valued. Together we will honour your emotions and needs, explore internal stories and protectors and regulate your nervous system. You’ll be empowered with the skills and self-understanding which support a life that is more balanced and full of possibility!