Child Therapists in Kamloops, BC
We would love to connect to see if we might be a fit for you, your child, or family as you navigate this next step along your unique journey.
Stable Roots is a specialized counselling practice offering trauma-informed equine & animal assisted therapy, office-based therapy and play therapy. We believe that healing happens within the context of safe, relational experiences and in connection with the natural world, honouring the wisdom of the body in safely guiding this process. We offer an individualized, integrative approach to meet the varying needs of those whom we support.
We would love to connect to see if we might be a fit for you, your child, or family as you navigate this next step along your unique journey.
Stable Roots is a specialized counselling practice offering trauma-informed equine & animal assisted therapy, office-based therapy and play therapy. We believe that healing happens within the context of safe, relational experiences and in connection with the natural world, honouring the wisdom of the body in safely guiding this process. We offer an individualized, integrative approach to meet the varying needs of those whom we support.
Megan Jane Umphress
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kamloops, BC V2C
Waitlist for new clients
In the playroom your child will feel safe and completely accepted.
Working mostly with children and teens, Megan uses her extensive experience to help them with issues like ADHD, anxiety, Autism and trauma. Starting by increasing regulation in the nervous system, Megan helps them reduce their stress and find new ways to cope. She is amazed that every day she gets to meet with kids who are struggling and find ways to help them navigate their world and make sense of how it all works.
In the playroom your child will feel safe and completely accepted.
Working mostly with children and teens, Megan uses her extensive experience to help them with issues like ADHD, anxiety, Autism and trauma. Starting by increasing regulation in the nervous system, Megan helps them reduce their stress and find new ways to cope. She is amazed that every day she gets to meet with kids who are struggling and find ways to help them navigate their world and make sense of how it all works.
I focus my practice on supporting young adults and children as young as 8 years old. I love supporting folks through a phase of life where it can feel like there are so many emotions, and managing them can be overwhelming and unclear. I am trained in supporting folks through trauma, including sexualized violence, anxiety, depression, stress, and grief. I also have a passion for supporting folks who are struggling in their relationships, either because of a tough childhood, rough past relationships, or oppressive systems, such as experiencing homophobia. My approach is tailored to you, knowing that what works for you is unique!
I focus my practice on supporting young adults and children as young as 8 years old. I love supporting folks through a phase of life where it can feel like there are so many emotions, and managing them can be overwhelming and unclear. I am trained in supporting folks through trauma, including sexualized violence, anxiety, depression, stress, and grief. I also have a passion for supporting folks who are struggling in their relationships, either because of a tough childhood, rough past relationships, or oppressive systems, such as experiencing homophobia. My approach is tailored to you, knowing that what works for you is unique!
I am accepting new clients. I work with children and adults, helping them navigate big emotions, life changes, stressors and trauma. Some life challenges impact us more than others. As a result, we can feel disconnected, alone, unsafe, and lacking trust. We can experience various trauma-related symptoms like anxiety, depression, anger, and difficulty navigating emotions, to name a few. I am here to help you discover the path to safety within you and your environment, increase self-awareness and emotional intelligence, and discover new supportive coping mechanisms.
I am accepting new clients. I work with children and adults, helping them navigate big emotions, life changes, stressors and trauma. Some life challenges impact us more than others. As a result, we can feel disconnected, alone, unsafe, and lacking trust. We can experience various trauma-related symptoms like anxiety, depression, anger, and difficulty navigating emotions, to name a few. I am here to help you discover the path to safety within you and your environment, increase self-awareness and emotional intelligence, and discover new supportive coping mechanisms.
I have a strong background in adoption, parenting special needs children and mental health issues in adults, children and youth.
I want to help support you in moving forward in your life. Growth and change is difficult to do on your own. I offer a compassionate perspective and a safe environment to explore what is stopping you from living the life you desire. I understand how difficult life can be and how hard it is to ask for help. I come from an attachment and trauma lens and will be there with you throughout your journey. I have worked in the mental health field for 14 years and have a variety of approaches to help you work through your pain. I am a experienced therapist that offers services to veterans, individual, couples and children.
I have a strong background in adoption, parenting special needs children and mental health issues in adults, children and youth.
I want to help support you in moving forward in your life. Growth and change is difficult to do on your own. I offer a compassionate perspective and a safe environment to explore what is stopping you from living the life you desire. I understand how difficult life can be and how hard it is to ask for help. I come from an attachment and trauma lens and will be there with you throughout your journey. I have worked in the mental health field for 14 years and have a variety of approaches to help you work through your pain. I am a experienced therapist that offers services to veterans, individual, couples and children.
This includes providing psychoeducational sessions or groups for parents and children, as well as therapeutic services to help families better cope and adjust to the changes of a breakup.
Viviane has a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology and has been involved in the counselling field since 2000. She works with both children and adults dealing with a wide range of emotional difficulties including depression, anxiety, personal and work-related stress, parenting and relationship challenges.
This includes providing psychoeducational sessions or groups for parents and children, as well as therapeutic services to help families better cope and adjust to the changes of a breakup.
Viviane has a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology and has been involved in the counselling field since 2000. She works with both children and adults dealing with a wide range of emotional difficulties including depression, anxiety, personal and work-related stress, parenting and relationship challenges.
In 20 years of experience working with children & families, I have often contributed to growth or change through an approach that emphasizes strengths and removes blame.
The concentration of my practice is working with families who are experiencing conflict, difficult emotions, and/or concerning behaviours. How should we react or respond? What can we do to help and support? How do we make sense of these big emotions and behaviours? I work with individuals and families through a systemic approach that strives to develop understanding and provide concrete tools and strategies for making change. I am flexible in my ability to offer individual, couple, and family sessions.
In 20 years of experience working with children & families, I have often contributed to growth or change through an approach that emphasizes strengths and removes blame.
The concentration of my practice is working with families who are experiencing conflict, difficult emotions, and/or concerning behaviours. How should we react or respond? What can we do to help and support? How do we make sense of these big emotions and behaviours? I work with individuals and families through a systemic approach that strives to develop understanding and provide concrete tools and strategies for making change. I am flexible in my ability to offer individual, couple, and family sessions.
My areas of interest are: relationships; depression; anxiety and panic; disordered eating; trauma; ADHD; PTSD; abuse; parent/ child/youth conflict; stress management; anger management; family of origin; personal and spiritual growth.
Twenty plus years ago my dream was to work with people in a way that would enhance their lives. I envisioned an environment that would provide an opportunity to develop creative problem-solving abilities. I envisioned an environment that would enhance tolerance, flexibility, and adaptability.
I continue, to this day, to make this dream a reality. And...I believe I have done so. My work is centered around enhancing the lives of the individual, the couple, the family, and the extended family. I am very proud of the Kamloops Centre for Therapy. It, like myself, has evolved over the years.
My areas of interest are: relationships; depression; anxiety and panic; disordered eating; trauma; ADHD; PTSD; abuse; parent/ child/youth conflict; stress management; anger management; family of origin; personal and spiritual growth.
Twenty plus years ago my dream was to work with people in a way that would enhance their lives. I envisioned an environment that would provide an opportunity to develop creative problem-solving abilities. I envisioned an environment that would enhance tolerance, flexibility, and adaptability.
I continue, to this day, to make this dream a reality. And...I believe I have done so. My work is centered around enhancing the lives of the individual, the couple, the family, and the extended family. I am very proud of the Kamloops Centre for Therapy. It, like myself, has evolved over the years.
Please reach out to Lighthouse to see if the supports we offer are a fit for what you, or your child, or family need.
Looking for support? For you? For a youth? Play therapy for a child experiencing a challenge? Sessions in nature? Or, in a cozy, light filled room? Lighthouse Therapy is a community of therapists offering a non-judgemental, safe space to seek support when life feels hard. Lighthouse therapists Megan Umphress, Vicki Farnell, Joan Fletcher, and Jennifer Friend. have specialized training in many areas: play & expressive therapy, attachment & adoption, trauma, perinatal & postpartum challenges, relationships, early life difficulties, autism & neurodiversity, anxiety.
Please reach out to Lighthouse to see if the supports we offer are a fit for what you, or your child, or family need.
Looking for support? For you? For a youth? Play therapy for a child experiencing a challenge? Sessions in nature? Or, in a cozy, light filled room? Lighthouse Therapy is a community of therapists offering a non-judgemental, safe space to seek support when life feels hard. Lighthouse therapists Megan Umphress, Vicki Farnell, Joan Fletcher, and Jennifer Friend. have specialized training in many areas: play & expressive therapy, attachment & adoption, trauma, perinatal & postpartum challenges, relationships, early life difficulties, autism & neurodiversity, anxiety.
I am an allied, white settler of Scottish and English decent. I am humbled, and honoured, to call Tk’emlups te Secwepemc territory my home. My specialty and passion is in supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I work with a range of concerns including self-worth, shame, anxiety, depression, trauma, violence, substance use, chronic pain, and grief. I also have experience working with youth and young adults with neurodiversities.
I am an allied, white settler of Scottish and English decent. I am humbled, and honoured, to call Tk’emlups te Secwepemc territory my home. My specialty and passion is in supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I work with a range of concerns including self-worth, shame, anxiety, depression, trauma, violence, substance use, chronic pain, and grief. I also have experience working with youth and young adults with neurodiversities.
Regardless of what hard thing is bringing here now, I will see the 'whole you,' your exquisite essential self as well as the messy chaos- what's 'not working' in your life, with clear sight, acceptance and unconditional positive regard. Together, using both cutting-edge neuroscience-based therapeutic methods and holistic contemplative practices, we will gently explore issues, connect to your strengths, process and heal at root level. Working with children, youth and adults, I integrate methods most effective in addressing individual concerns including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, grief, loss, divorce, life transitions, relationship issues, stress and burnout - specializing in full trauma recovery.
Regardless of what hard thing is bringing here now, I will see the 'whole you,' your exquisite essential self as well as the messy chaos- what's 'not working' in your life, with clear sight, acceptance and unconditional positive regard. Together, using both cutting-edge neuroscience-based therapeutic methods and holistic contemplative practices, we will gently explore issues, connect to your strengths, process and heal at root level. Working with children, youth and adults, I integrate methods most effective in addressing individual concerns including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, grief, loss, divorce, life transitions, relationship issues, stress and burnout - specializing in full trauma recovery.
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I focus my clinical practice on couples & marriage counselling as well as teens & adults experiencing depression, anxiety or other challenges with their mental health. I specialize in completing Views of the Child Reports for parents and the courts. I also specialize in working with families that are experiencing conflict in relationships in the home/school. I have almost 20 years of experience working with teens/youth and adults who have experienced multiple barriers and face situations of oppression and risk.
I focus my clinical practice on couples & marriage counselling as well as teens & adults experiencing depression, anxiety or other challenges with their mental health. I specialize in completing Views of the Child Reports for parents and the courts. I also specialize in working with families that are experiencing conflict in relationships in the home/school. I have almost 20 years of experience working with teens/youth and adults who have experienced multiple barriers and face situations of oppression and risk.
Thompson Nicola Counselling & Consulting Inc.
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kamloops, BC V2C
My experience in working with acute adult inpatients, and children and youth in crisis, contributes to my ability to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
My experience enables me to offer effective individualized support and resolution for life's many struggles. I provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. My focus is to help you heal, energize, and become aware of your inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey.
My experience in working with acute adult inpatients, and children and youth in crisis, contributes to my ability to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
My experience enables me to offer effective individualized support and resolution for life's many struggles. I provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. My focus is to help you heal, energize, and become aware of your inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey.
Celeste M Schell
Counsellor, BA, (Hon, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kamloops, BC V2C
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and couples to address the impact of anxiety and how disabling it can be.
People often come to therapy with hopes of feeling happier and more fulfilled, yet the process of change can be frightening and uncomfortable. I want my clients to feel they are in the driver's seat, with access to the brake and gas. I am the passenger with the road map. I will guide their healing journey but they choose the direction and pace.
I truly believe the only thing more frightening than 'change' is the status quo. Why settle? You deserve more!
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and couples to address the impact of anxiety and how disabling it can be.
People often come to therapy with hopes of feeling happier and more fulfilled, yet the process of change can be frightening and uncomfortable. I want my clients to feel they are in the driver's seat, with access to the brake and gas. I am the passenger with the road map. I will guide their healing journey but they choose the direction and pace.
I truly believe the only thing more frightening than 'change' is the status quo. Why settle? You deserve more!
I look forward to connecting with you to establish a unique wellness plan that best fits your, your child's or your family's needs.
Are you struggling to keep up with the many demands of life? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and those around you? Does past trauma affect your ability to feel safe in the present? Are you tired of navigating systems that don’t make sense or support you? You are not alone! We are all biologically wired for love and connection, but when you fight each day to keep your head above water it can be extremely isolating and asking for help might feel scary and overwhelming. I would like to assure you that you are worthy of help and compassionate support is available to you and your family.
I look forward to connecting with you to establish a unique wellness plan that best fits your, your child's or your family's needs.
Are you struggling to keep up with the many demands of life? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and those around you? Does past trauma affect your ability to feel safe in the present? Are you tired of navigating systems that don’t make sense or support you? You are not alone! We are all biologically wired for love and connection, but when you fight each day to keep your head above water it can be extremely isolating and asking for help might feel scary and overwhelming. I would like to assure you that you are worthy of help and compassionate support is available to you and your family.
With over 15 years working with children and families, I am well equipped with a wealth of knowledge around attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy, family systems theory and trauma informed practice, all of which allows for a tailored approach to counseling to best fit your needs.
I work with individuals, children and youth as well as families and couples. I have been supporting families through conflict for many years and am ready to support your family through life's challenges. I have a passion for supporting parents through the early days/years of parenthood all the way through those difficult teen years.
With over 15 years working with children and families, I am well equipped with a wealth of knowledge around attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy, family systems theory and trauma informed practice, all of which allows for a tailored approach to counseling to best fit your needs.
I work with individuals, children and youth as well as families and couples. I have been supporting families through conflict for many years and am ready to support your family through life's challenges. I have a passion for supporting parents through the early days/years of parenthood all the way through those difficult teen years.
Kalie McIntosh Counselling and Consulting Inc.
Counsellor, BA, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kamloops, BC V2C (Online Only)
Kalie’s area of concentration has been working for children, youth and their families. Kalie’s background has enhanced her ability to connect with young people in their unique ways, and to work with their timing. At the core of Kalie’s work is the understanding that a person’s dignity must always be upheld, and she focuses on finding the different ways in which people work hard to maintain their dignity every day.
Kalie’s area of concentration has been working for children, youth and their families. Kalie’s background has enhanced her ability to connect with young people in their unique ways, and to work with their timing. At the core of Kalie’s work is the understanding that a person’s dignity must always be upheld, and she focuses on finding the different ways in which people work hard to maintain their dignity every day.
Kiya Giesbrecht
Counsellor, MACP, RCC, BKin
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kamloops, BC V2C
Waitlist for new clients
Kiya has a passion for working with children, youth and young adults in conjunction with their families. She is welcoming to all and supports LGBTQIA2S+ with a person-centred approach & curiosity. She specializes in trauma and crisis intervention for high-risk youth & families, including suicide intervention and rebuilding hope. Working with parents and their children/adolescents, Kiya facilitates a safe environment for scary conversations, often utilizing an emotion-focused model. Kiya practices from a trauma-informed lens to create a safe space that holds room for insecurities, empathy & compassion.
Kiya has a passion for working with children, youth and young adults in conjunction with their families. She is welcoming to all and supports LGBTQIA2S+ with a person-centred approach & curiosity. She specializes in trauma and crisis intervention for high-risk youth & families, including suicide intervention and rebuilding hope. Working with parents and their children/adolescents, Kiya facilitates a safe environment for scary conversations, often utilizing an emotion-focused model. Kiya practices from a trauma-informed lens to create a safe space that holds room for insecurities, empathy & compassion.
We offer a wide range of Counselling and Mental Health services for individual children, teens and adults, as well as for couples and families.
Pivot Point's Mental Health Counsellors specialize in services to children, youth, and adults with diverse abilities and their families throughout BC, Canada. Our Counsellors are trained to support nearly anyone in society who is struggling. Many of our clients have family members with disabilities, many others are simply hoping to learn to better manage the impact of the following challenges in their own lives or in the lives of their loved ones. In-office as well as ON-LINE live video sessions bring support when you need it most!
We offer a wide range of Counselling and Mental Health services for individual children, teens and adults, as well as for couples and families.
Pivot Point's Mental Health Counsellors specialize in services to children, youth, and adults with diverse abilities and their families throughout BC, Canada. Our Counsellors are trained to support nearly anyone in society who is struggling. Many of our clients have family members with disabilities, many others are simply hoping to learn to better manage the impact of the following challenges in their own lives or in the lives of their loved ones. In-office as well as ON-LINE live video sessions bring support when you need it most!
David has a Masters of Social Work, Bachelor Social Work and Diploma in Child and Youth Care.
OFFERING PHONE AND WEBCAM SERVICES ONLY. David is an experienced marriage and family therapist, with training in Brief Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I understand the challenges that individuals,couples and families may face, and believe that marriage and family therapy results in healthier, happier relationships. Our counselling sessions are goal-oriented and solution-focused. Fortitude Counselling believe that facing a challenge in life is an opportunity to challenge yourself and learn new strategies and skills to address the challenge head on.
David has a Masters of Social Work, Bachelor Social Work and Diploma in Child and Youth Care.
OFFERING PHONE AND WEBCAM SERVICES ONLY. David is an experienced marriage and family therapist, with training in Brief Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I understand the challenges that individuals,couples and families may face, and believe that marriage and family therapy results in healthier, happier relationships. Our counselling sessions are goal-oriented and solution-focused. Fortitude Counselling believe that facing a challenge in life is an opportunity to challenge yourself and learn new strategies and skills to address the challenge head on.
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Kamloops, BC provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Kamloops build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Kamloops build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.