Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Kelowna, BC
Traumatic experiences can overwhelm our nervous system and our natural ability to cope with and process events. This can leave us struggling with a number of symptoms such as feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, irritable, numb, easily startled, and distrustful of others and the world around us. Re-establishing a sense of safety is an important first step in working through these experiences. I believe we all have the ability to heal ourselves. Counsellors can act as guides to help people learn the skills to tolerate distress and overcome challenges.
Traumatic experiences can overwhelm our nervous system and our natural ability to cope with and process events. This can leave us struggling with a number of symptoms such as feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, irritable, numb, easily startled, and distrustful of others and the world around us. Re-establishing a sense of safety is an important first step in working through these experiences. I believe we all have the ability to heal ourselves. Counsellors can act as guides to help people learn the skills to tolerate distress and overcome challenges.
Many of us have challenges that prevent us from being our best self, such as depression, anxiety, emotional difficulties, relationship issues, or trauma. Whether you need support to battle your inner demons or the past that haunts you, Jenni can help you discover what you need to not only cope, but to heal and eventually thrive. Jenni will guide you to safely look within and develop a compassionate understanding of yourself.
Many of us have challenges that prevent us from being our best self, such as depression, anxiety, emotional difficulties, relationship issues, or trauma. Whether you need support to battle your inner demons or the past that haunts you, Jenni can help you discover what you need to not only cope, but to heal and eventually thrive. Jenni will guide you to safely look within and develop a compassionate understanding of yourself.
Clarity Okanagan Counselling and Consultation
Counsellor, RCC, CCC, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Clarity Counsellors have a minimum of a Master’s degree in the counselling field. This comes with 7 years of formal education, plus multiple practicums where skills are developed to ensure clients are getting the services they need. Our educations are supported by our own journeys, too. We have been there; explored sexuality, experienced trauma, lived through relationship breakdowns/heartbreak, built self-esteem, grieved a loss, and worked through difficult parenting situations. We know what the work is like, and how it feels to come out the other side. We want to help you do the same.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Clarity Counsellors have a minimum of a Master’s degree in the counselling field. This comes with 7 years of formal education, plus multiple practicums where skills are developed to ensure clients are getting the services they need. Our educations are supported by our own journeys, too. We have been there; explored sexuality, experienced trauma, lived through relationship breakdowns/heartbreak, built self-esteem, grieved a loss, and worked through difficult parenting situations. We know what the work is like, and how it feels to come out the other side. We want to help you do the same.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from toxic repetitive relationships, complex trauma, anxiety, and PTSD. Maybe you are looking for a therapist to help you get to the core root of your issues, so you can stop repeating the same toxic relationship patterns. Or someone who will give you space to grieve because you are heartbroken that your relationship fell apart. Perhaps, you want concrete tools you can use when panic takes your breath away, or when anxiety tells you that every situation you're in will end in disaster? Or maybe, past traumatic memories keep haunting you from living fully in the present. I can help!
I specialize in helping individuals heal from toxic repetitive relationships, complex trauma, anxiety, and PTSD. Maybe you are looking for a therapist to help you get to the core root of your issues, so you can stop repeating the same toxic relationship patterns. Or someone who will give you space to grieve because you are heartbroken that your relationship fell apart. Perhaps, you want concrete tools you can use when panic takes your breath away, or when anxiety tells you that every situation you're in will end in disaster? Or maybe, past traumatic memories keep haunting you from living fully in the present. I can help!
It can be helpful to talk with someone in a confidential, supportive environment at times in our life. Counselling offers a safe place for you to reflect, obtain clarity, and improve how you feel in your day to day life. In counselling sessions, I interact collaboratively with you to support you to recognize your strengths, gain insight and expand your skills to bring about changes, so that you can experience increased self awareness and improved quality of life. I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and inclusive environment for you to reflect on your concerns.
It can be helpful to talk with someone in a confidential, supportive environment at times in our life. Counselling offers a safe place for you to reflect, obtain clarity, and improve how you feel in your day to day life. In counselling sessions, I interact collaboratively with you to support you to recognize your strengths, gain insight and expand your skills to bring about changes, so that you can experience increased self awareness and improved quality of life. I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and inclusive environment for you to reflect on your concerns.
YOU CAN ENRICH YOUR RELATIONSHIPS AND EXPERIENCE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE! - ask me how. I grew up in Kelowna, receiving my education in BC, Europe, & the USA. While teaching at the Belgian Bible Institute in Belgium for 11 years, I was also a prison chaplain (1980 - 1989). In BC, I taught at college level; I co-produced 18 TV programs (9 - Boundaries, 9 - Depression); I've been an instructor of counselling training for the Salvation Army. My counselling is wholistic, eclectic, pragmatic - addressing issues including abuse, addictions, anger, stress, depression, grief, fears/phobias, relationships, trauma, PTSD, weight loss, separation/divorce.
YOU CAN ENRICH YOUR RELATIONSHIPS AND EXPERIENCE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE! - ask me how. I grew up in Kelowna, receiving my education in BC, Europe, & the USA. While teaching at the Belgian Bible Institute in Belgium for 11 years, I was also a prison chaplain (1980 - 1989). In BC, I taught at college level; I co-produced 18 TV programs (9 - Boundaries, 9 - Depression); I've been an instructor of counselling training for the Salvation Army. My counselling is wholistic, eclectic, pragmatic - addressing issues including abuse, addictions, anger, stress, depression, grief, fears/phobias, relationships, trauma, PTSD, weight loss, separation/divorce.
Elizabeth (Beth) Forbes: Online - Ptsd Trauma Related Concerns
Psychologist, R Psych
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y (Online Only)
Do strong emotions and memories impact how you live? Unresolved trauma and chronic stress can create negative thoughts and feelings and negatively impact our overall well-being. We may experience anxiety/depression, addiction, chronic stress, etc. Coping mechanisms may become ineffective or even harmful over time. Are you new to therapy - or have been to therapy before - call to discuss how trauma therapy may help.
Do strong emotions and memories impact how you live? Unresolved trauma and chronic stress can create negative thoughts and feelings and negatively impact our overall well-being. We may experience anxiety/depression, addiction, chronic stress, etc. Coping mechanisms may become ineffective or even harmful over time. Are you new to therapy - or have been to therapy before - call to discuss how trauma therapy may help.
Tara S. Klassen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
I strive to help individuals and families deal effectively with their concerns, either from historical events and experiences or current issues and concerns. My experience extends to children, youth, adults and seniors, with a strong focus on assisting women.
I strive to help individuals and families deal effectively with their concerns, either from historical events and experiences or current issues and concerns. My experience extends to children, youth, adults and seniors, with a strong focus on assisting women.
Justine Cottingham-Leblanc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y (Online Only)
I specialize in mindfulness-based interventions that go beyond coping skills/skills-building. Please reach out by email or telephone if you are interested in exploring the problems you are facing, and how you might reduce or eliminate their influence on your life.
I specialize in mindfulness-based interventions that go beyond coping skills/skills-building. Please reach out by email or telephone if you are interested in exploring the problems you are facing, and how you might reduce or eliminate their influence on your life.
Perhaps you are here because you need relief from your pain and disparagement and you long for the joy and peace you see others living with. Grief, trauma, anxiety, broken relationships, and disconnection with those you love most is exhausting. With more than just relief for your symptoms, I believe that you can overcome your current difficulties, redefine your relationships, and cultivate the best version of yourself. There has been much research garnered around neuroscience, trauma, and attachment that gives us insight into real interventions and strategies to help individuals heal, grow, and live in a place of discovery and hope.
Perhaps you are here because you need relief from your pain and disparagement and you long for the joy and peace you see others living with. Grief, trauma, anxiety, broken relationships, and disconnection with those you love most is exhausting. With more than just relief for your symptoms, I believe that you can overcome your current difficulties, redefine your relationships, and cultivate the best version of yourself. There has been much research garnered around neuroscience, trauma, and attachment that gives us insight into real interventions and strategies to help individuals heal, grow, and live in a place of discovery and hope.
Kim Ewing Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MSc, RMFT, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
I've been practicing since 1995 & I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor & Marriage & Family Therapist. However, I am now only accepting individual clients 18+. It's clear to me that we can all struggle, even if we are successful in other areas of our lives. Life can be unpredictable & the stress & demands of everyday life, work & relationships can take its toll. As stressors build, you may find yourself struggling with anxiety, mood, eating, body image issues or turning to addictive behaviours. You may also find that unresolved grief or past trauma keeps seeping into your daily life & especially when you least want or expect it.
I've been practicing since 1995 & I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor & Marriage & Family Therapist. However, I am now only accepting individual clients 18+. It's clear to me that we can all struggle, even if we are successful in other areas of our lives. Life can be unpredictable & the stress & demands of everyday life, work & relationships can take its toll. As stressors build, you may find yourself struggling with anxiety, mood, eating, body image issues or turning to addictive behaviours. You may also find that unresolved grief or past trauma keeps seeping into your daily life & especially when you least want or expect it.
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Trixie Hennessey Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Trixie Hennessey has extensive experience supporting clients and their families with complex issues such as eating disorders, depression, anxiety, addictions, grief/loss, trauma, and self-harm. Trixie helps clients examine their interpersonal relationships and their use of maladaptive coping skills. Trixie would welcome the chance to schedule a free consultation with you in order to help you decide if working together will meet your needs. Trixie is works in person and remotely at this time.
Trixie Hennessey has extensive experience supporting clients and their families with complex issues such as eating disorders, depression, anxiety, addictions, grief/loss, trauma, and self-harm. Trixie helps clients examine their interpersonal relationships and their use of maladaptive coping skills. Trixie would welcome the chance to schedule a free consultation with you in order to help you decide if working together will meet your needs. Trixie is works in person and remotely at this time.
Living through traumatic experiences can be debilitating, leaving us with the feeling of being stuck, isolated, and helpless. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my role is to empower individuals to take a proactive role in their healing process, regain control and heal from the inside-out. I hold specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy - providing flexibility to pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques to effectively support each individual client in meeting their unique therapy needs.
Living through traumatic experiences can be debilitating, leaving us with the feeling of being stuck, isolated, and helpless. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my role is to empower individuals to take a proactive role in their healing process, regain control and heal from the inside-out. I hold specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy - providing flexibility to pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques to effectively support each individual client in meeting their unique therapy needs.
Hi and welcome! I'm glad you are here. Often, clients seeking counselling support are tired of feeling perpetually stuck, confused, and unsure of how to move forward. Their mental health and relationships might be suffering as a result. If this is you: You don't have to do it alone. There is hope for relief and reconnection – together we can make sense of your emotional distress and clear the way for effective, lasting change.
Hi and welcome! I'm glad you are here. Often, clients seeking counselling support are tired of feeling perpetually stuck, confused, and unsure of how to move forward. Their mental health and relationships might be suffering as a result. If this is you: You don't have to do it alone. There is hope for relief and reconnection – together we can make sense of your emotional distress and clear the way for effective, lasting change.
For many, the times we find ourselves in are overwhelming. Local to global issues magnify a sense that they will be never ending. Along with your personal concerns, perhaps you've struggled a long time to manage the despair, pain and confusion; feeling alone with it all. In trying times, we need others more than ever. Pain requires attention that heals it, not the kind that perpetuates it. We can do a lot on our own, but we don't heal alone. When no courage is felt, is exactly the time to reach for acceptance and support. Connection is basic human instinct. Now is your time. Make the call you deeply long to.
For many, the times we find ourselves in are overwhelming. Local to global issues magnify a sense that they will be never ending. Along with your personal concerns, perhaps you've struggled a long time to manage the despair, pain and confusion; feeling alone with it all. In trying times, we need others more than ever. Pain requires attention that heals it, not the kind that perpetuates it. We can do a lot on our own, but we don't heal alone. When no courage is felt, is exactly the time to reach for acceptance and support. Connection is basic human instinct. Now is your time. Make the call you deeply long to.
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.
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.
Welcome to a safe and nurturing space for your personal growth journey. I'm here to guide you. I'm Kylie, a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals like you navigate life's challenges. My approach centers around the groundbreaking Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, a method that has proven effective in addressing a wide range of issues. I specialize in helping clients conquer anxiety, break free from depression, and heal from the lingering effects of trauma. But that's not all—I'm also here to support you in navigating relationships, dating, life transitions, and cultivating a deep sense of self-love.
Welcome to a safe and nurturing space for your personal growth journey. I'm here to guide you. I'm Kylie, a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals like you navigate life's challenges. My approach centers around the groundbreaking Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, a method that has proven effective in addressing a wide range of issues. I specialize in helping clients conquer anxiety, break free from depression, and heal from the lingering effects of trauma. But that's not all—I'm also here to support you in navigating relationships, dating, life transitions, and cultivating a deep sense of self-love.
Jenn Medwedew
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Waitlist for new clients
Approximately 2-3 month waitlist. Are you looking to make a positive change in your life towards mental health and wellness? I have a passion and great respect for the uniqueness and individuality of each client. I trust in your ability to heal and I am honoured to be a witness and guide in this process - the real work occurs within you. I have a gentle and calm nature but am skilled at compassionately challenging you towards growth and change. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Level II), and I also bring depth to the counselling room with over 15 years of experience in health care as a Registered Pharmacist.
Approximately 2-3 month waitlist. Are you looking to make a positive change in your life towards mental health and wellness? I have a passion and great respect for the uniqueness and individuality of each client. I trust in your ability to heal and I am honoured to be a witness and guide in this process - the real work occurs within you. I have a gentle and calm nature but am skilled at compassionately challenging you towards growth and change. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Level II), and I also bring depth to the counselling room with over 15 years of experience in health care as a Registered Pharmacist.
Carrie DeJong And Associates
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1P (Online Only)
We all desire to discover and experience the best parts of who we are. But sometimes we need help exploring those parts of ourselves where we experience struggle or pain. Whether you are experiencing the negative impacts of trauma, engaging in unhealthy behaviours, or seeking new tools to be the best version of yourself, therapy can make a difference. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with 20 years experience. My approach is informed by the mind-body connection, attachment theory, and the recent contributions of neuroscience. My goal is to provide the tools and support you need to rediscover the best parts of who you truly are.
We all desire to discover and experience the best parts of who we are. But sometimes we need help exploring those parts of ourselves where we experience struggle or pain. Whether you are experiencing the negative impacts of trauma, engaging in unhealthy behaviours, or seeking new tools to be the best version of yourself, therapy can make a difference. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with 20 years experience. My approach is informed by the mind-body connection, attachment theory, and the recent contributions of neuroscience. My goal is to provide the tools and support you need to rediscover the best parts of who you truly are.
We are all struggling in our own ways through many challenges of life. The past is essential for understanding the present and shaping our future. I work collaboratively with Clients to discover their self-identity and navigate ways to explore their inner strengths.
We are all struggling in our own ways through many challenges of life. The past is essential for understanding the present and shaping our future. I work collaboratively with Clients to discover their self-identity and navigate ways to explore their inner strengths.
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How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?
Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behavior therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.
Are there specific medications for dissociation?
There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom—which may include antipsychotics like aripiprazole, antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or anti-anxiety drugs like benzodiazepines.
How often and how long are therapy sessions?
Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.