Existential Therapists in Vernon, BC
As a counsellor my ideas and values are rooted in collaboration, compassion and understanding, and my approach is largely informed by humanistic and existential teachings.
I pride myself on meeting all clients – regardless of presenting problem, background or experience – where they are. Each and every individual is unique in who they are and what they bring to therapy, which will influence the dynamics of the therapeutic relationship.
As a counsellor my ideas and values are rooted in collaboration, compassion and understanding, and my approach is largely informed by humanistic and existential teachings.
I pride myself on meeting all clients – regardless of presenting problem, background or experience – where they are. Each and every individual is unique in who they are and what they bring to therapy, which will influence the dynamics of the therapeutic relationship.
I integrate perspectives from humanistic, existential, and psychodynamic theory which inform my understanding of where certain problems come from and what to do about it.
I believe that the experiences we have in our inner and outer world teach us something about the world, ourselves, and others; and they contribute to the forming of often unconscious patterns in the way we think, feel, and act. These experiences can even be stored in the body/nervous system, otherwise known as trauma. In other words, our experiences help create a “map” that show us how to navigate uncertainty, relationships with others, and relationships with our selves. I believe that people come to therapy when those 'maps' are no longer working and need updating. That's where I come in!
I integrate perspectives from humanistic, existential, and psychodynamic theory which inform my understanding of where certain problems come from and what to do about it.
I believe that the experiences we have in our inner and outer world teach us something about the world, ourselves, and others; and they contribute to the forming of often unconscious patterns in the way we think, feel, and act. These experiences can even be stored in the body/nervous system, otherwise known as trauma. In other words, our experiences help create a “map” that show us how to navigate uncertainty, relationships with others, and relationships with our selves. I believe that people come to therapy when those 'maps' are no longer working and need updating. That's where I come in!
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.
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.
I work with a range of clients including children, youth, young adults, and adults. I have extensive experience in the areas of parenting, blended families and co-parenting. I also work with clients of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurodiversity challenges. I see adults struggling with relationships, communication, emotions and other life challenges. I take a holistic and person-centered approach in which I focus on your strengths and goals to build your resilience and lead to a more satisfying life.
I work with a range of clients including children, youth, young adults, and adults. I have extensive experience in the areas of parenting, blended families and co-parenting. I also work with clients of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurodiversity challenges. I see adults struggling with relationships, communication, emotions and other life challenges. I take a holistic and person-centered approach in which I focus on your strengths and goals to build your resilience and lead to a more satisfying life.
Brent Enridge, Valhalla Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon, BC V1T
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.
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.
Lifespan Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW , RSW , MTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vernon, BC V1T
In the quietest of moments what is it that speaks to you? Is it a new life goal? An unresolved issue that keeps re-emerging? A call to service? A burden that seems too heavy to manage alone? I am hear to assist you with navigating what you view as your issues, needs, goals. Located in Vernon Active Health, Lifespan Counselling, offers a safe welcoming environment in which we can explore these very dilemmas.
In the quietest of moments what is it that speaks to you? Is it a new life goal? An unresolved issue that keeps re-emerging? A call to service? A burden that seems too heavy to manage alone? I am hear to assist you with navigating what you view as your issues, needs, goals. Located in Vernon Active Health, Lifespan Counselling, offers a safe welcoming environment in which we can explore these very dilemmas.
Stefanie Yadernuk
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, BSW
Verified Verified
Vernon, BC V1T
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Stefanie and I have over 12 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families within the social work field, and currently as a clinical certified counsellor. I am client-focused and collaboratively work together in partnership with you towards alleviating concerns and promoting overall wellness. Counselling and Psychotherapy offers a safe place to examine multiple perspectives and opportunities to edit and re-author your personal stories and outlook on yourself and the world. In addition, your feelings of safety and comfort are of utmost importance when setting up an effective therapeutic relationship.
Hello, my name is Stefanie and I have over 12 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families within the social work field, and currently as a clinical certified counsellor. I am client-focused and collaboratively work together in partnership with you towards alleviating concerns and promoting overall wellness. Counselling and Psychotherapy offers a safe place to examine multiple perspectives and opportunities to edit and re-author your personal stories and outlook on yourself and the world. In addition, your feelings of safety and comfort are of utmost importance when setting up an effective therapeutic relationship.
Amy Hamilton - Core Connections Counselling
Counsellor, MAC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon, BC V1T
New Clients Welcome! Life is not always easy. On our paths, we can come across seemingly insurmountable challenges and dark times that appear endless. During these times, one of the toughest challenges is to reach out for help. The truth is, as social beings, humans were never meant to face life's trials and tribulations alone; it is in relationship with others that we are able to uncover our greatest strengths and discover our inner courage. I hope to help you do just that. You are more than you know. The fact that you are here attests to your bravery in taking the next step forward.
New Clients Welcome! Life is not always easy. On our paths, we can come across seemingly insurmountable challenges and dark times that appear endless. During these times, one of the toughest challenges is to reach out for help. The truth is, as social beings, humans were never meant to face life's trials and tribulations alone; it is in relationship with others that we are able to uncover our greatest strengths and discover our inner courage. I hope to help you do just that. You are more than you know. The fact that you are here attests to your bravery in taking the next step forward.
Liz Rezanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCYC, MACP, RCC, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vernon, BC V1T
I help people with deep unhappiness, relationship difficulties, family issues, traumatic experiences, chronic pain, and many other physical and emotional symptoms. I work with people to identify the causes of deep unhappiness and kindle healing. We work together to grow your tolerance for emotion and ability to be genuine with others. I help people to heal after accidents & unhappy past events. I have specialized training in treating occupational trauma endorsed by the BCPFFA. I am approved with many extended health providers as well as Crime Victims Assistance Program, FNHA, Community Futures, VAC, WCB and ICBC.
I help people with deep unhappiness, relationship difficulties, family issues, traumatic experiences, chronic pain, and many other physical and emotional symptoms. I work with people to identify the causes of deep unhappiness and kindle healing. We work together to grow your tolerance for emotion and ability to be genuine with others. I help people to heal after accidents & unhappy past events. I have specialized training in treating occupational trauma endorsed by the BCPFFA. I am approved with many extended health providers as well as Crime Victims Assistance Program, FNHA, Community Futures, VAC, WCB and ICBC.
I'm here to help you examine the issues and concerns you have about your thoughts, fears, behaviours, habits, work, and relationships. I especially enjoy assisting people who feel "stuck" to understand the mechanics of what helped get you stuck, and how to get moving again. My area of particular focus is relational issues, whether they be with friends, romantic partners or prospects, co-workers, family, etc.
I'm here to help you examine the issues and concerns you have about your thoughts, fears, behaviours, habits, work, and relationships. I especially enjoy assisting people who feel "stuck" to understand the mechanics of what helped get you stuck, and how to get moving again. My area of particular focus is relational issues, whether they be with friends, romantic partners or prospects, co-workers, family, etc.
Hi, I am Registered Clinical Counsellor who does Couples and Family Counselling and Mediation, as well as other integrative modalities for individuals. Through years of experience and practice, I have created an effective skill set to help you grow beyond your current personal and relational struggles toward good relationships and a satisfying life. I can help you with: • Relational conflict and communication skills to recover and deepen intimacy in key relationships •Relationship styles and creating new dialogues •Barriers to life satisfaction and emotional intimacy such as trauma, attachment issues, and more.
Hi, I am Registered Clinical Counsellor who does Couples and Family Counselling and Mediation, as well as other integrative modalities for individuals. Through years of experience and practice, I have created an effective skill set to help you grow beyond your current personal and relational struggles toward good relationships and a satisfying life. I can help you with: • Relational conflict and communication skills to recover and deepen intimacy in key relationships •Relationship styles and creating new dialogues •Barriers to life satisfaction and emotional intimacy such as trauma, attachment issues, and more.
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I specialize in recognizing and leveraging strengths to foster growth and healing. With a background in psychology and lived experience overcoming significant personal challenges—including weight loss, chronic illness, cancer, chronic pain, grief, and trauma—I bring a unique level of empathy and understanding to my work. Passionate about empowering you to adopt health-focused behaviours, I integrate sleep, nutrition, exercise, and mental health education into my approach. I have professional and personal experience in treating trauma, personality disorders, eating disorders and obesity, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and grief.
I specialize in recognizing and leveraging strengths to foster growth and healing. With a background in psychology and lived experience overcoming significant personal challenges—including weight loss, chronic illness, cancer, chronic pain, grief, and trauma—I bring a unique level of empathy and understanding to my work. Passionate about empowering you to adopt health-focused behaviours, I integrate sleep, nutrition, exercise, and mental health education into my approach. I have professional and personal experience in treating trauma, personality disorders, eating disorders and obesity, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and grief.
Tired of feeling Stuck, Alone, or Hopeless in your relationships? Having the same old arguments, living separate lives together, or constantly failing in relationships? Specialized Relationship Counselling will teach you how to stop the pain. Learn instead to break frustrating barriers and painful relationship dynamics so you experience Joy and Connection instead. Learn skills necessary to grow closer over time, not drift further apart. Feel loved and appreciated, connected and supported, valued and respected, heard and understood. Feel confident that you can get through anything together because you have a strong foundation.
Tired of feeling Stuck, Alone, or Hopeless in your relationships? Having the same old arguments, living separate lives together, or constantly failing in relationships? Specialized Relationship Counselling will teach you how to stop the pain. Learn instead to break frustrating barriers and painful relationship dynamics so you experience Joy and Connection instead. Learn skills necessary to grow closer over time, not drift further apart. Feel loved and appreciated, connected and supported, valued and respected, heard and understood. Feel confident that you can get through anything together because you have a strong foundation.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or thoughts that disrupt your daily life, relationships, or work? Do you often feel overwhelmed, frustrated, indifferent, or lost? Are you finding it hard to meet expectations, whether others' or your own, making it tough to live according to your values? With a specialty in depression, anxiety, couples counselling, and supporting neurodivergent populations, I believe that even in our fast-paced, often disconnected world, it's still possible to live a meaningful and purpose-filled life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or thoughts that disrupt your daily life, relationships, or work? Do you often feel overwhelmed, frustrated, indifferent, or lost? Are you finding it hard to meet expectations, whether others' or your own, making it tough to live according to your values? With a specialty in depression, anxiety, couples counselling, and supporting neurodivergent populations, I believe that even in our fast-paced, often disconnected world, it's still possible to live a meaningful and purpose-filled life.
I specialize in providing supervision, somatic, and psychedelic-assisted therapy for individuals seeking support in navigating trauma and its profound impact on their lives. With a deep understanding of trauma-informed care and a commitment to ethical practice, I offer a safe and supportive space for therapists and clients alike to explore the healing potential of psychedelics as a self-exploration or within a medically supervised situation. As a seasoned supervisor, I provide guidance and mentorship to therapists seeking to integrate psychedelic therapy into their practice.
I specialize in providing supervision, somatic, and psychedelic-assisted therapy for individuals seeking support in navigating trauma and its profound impact on their lives. With a deep understanding of trauma-informed care and a commitment to ethical practice, I offer a safe and supportive space for therapists and clients alike to explore the healing potential of psychedelics as a self-exploration or within a medically supervised situation. As a seasoned supervisor, I provide guidance and mentorship to therapists seeking to integrate psychedelic therapy into their practice.
I specialize in the treatment of PTSD and other trauma-base disorders. Everyday, I see the devastating effects that PTSD has on people: hypervigilance, panic, insomnia, nightmares and flashbacks. Many also struggle with uncontrollable anger, isolation, suicidal thoughts, and low self-worth. PTSD may have led you to lose your employment, friends and family. It may have led you to engage in alcohol and drug abuse to escape your suffering and you may be burdened with a long list of medications to take. People do not realize how PTSD also wrecks havoc on their physical health. Many are discouraged by long and costly therapy.
I specialize in the treatment of PTSD and other trauma-base disorders. Everyday, I see the devastating effects that PTSD has on people: hypervigilance, panic, insomnia, nightmares and flashbacks. Many also struggle with uncontrollable anger, isolation, suicidal thoughts, and low self-worth. PTSD may have led you to lose your employment, friends and family. It may have led you to engage in alcohol and drug abuse to escape your suffering and you may be burdened with a long list of medications to take. People do not realize how PTSD also wrecks havoc on their physical health. Many are discouraged by long and costly therapy.
Are you tired of being stuck? Tired of beating yourself up? Board with the same old strategies that don't work? Are you ready for change? Many people experience times in their lives when they begin to feel overwhelmed and have difficulty coping. Feelings of shame, fear, loneliness, anger and hurt can have us feeling trapped and like we will never be okay. Counselling can often help people to transition to a place of balance, where they are much better able to cope, and not feel as overwhelmed. Not only will they be better able to cope, they can develop strategies that can make their lives more manageable and balanced in the future.
Are you tired of being stuck? Tired of beating yourself up? Board with the same old strategies that don't work? Are you ready for change? Many people experience times in their lives when they begin to feel overwhelmed and have difficulty coping. Feelings of shame, fear, loneliness, anger and hurt can have us feeling trapped and like we will never be okay. Counselling can often help people to transition to a place of balance, where they are much better able to cope, and not feel as overwhelmed. Not only will they be better able to cope, they can develop strategies that can make their lives more manageable and balanced in the future.
I provide counselling in a safe, confidential and professional environment. Talk to me about anxiety, depression, trauma, dysfunctional behaviour, and difficult relationship issues. You may often think, "I just want to feel Loved, Seen and Heard; is that too much to ask?" I commit to be present and listen to you. Meeting you where you are right now, giving you practical insights, proven tools, and step-by-step strategies you need to get where you want to go. With couples counselling you can rebuild the relationship you want, reconnect with the one you love, and resolve conflicts peacefully.
I provide counselling in a safe, confidential and professional environment. Talk to me about anxiety, depression, trauma, dysfunctional behaviour, and difficult relationship issues. You may often think, "I just want to feel Loved, Seen and Heard; is that too much to ask?" I commit to be present and listen to you. Meeting you where you are right now, giving you practical insights, proven tools, and step-by-step strategies you need to get where you want to go. With couples counselling you can rebuild the relationship you want, reconnect with the one you love, and resolve conflicts peacefully.
Life can be hard; each season comes with its own set of challenges. I am here as a counsellor to come alongside you, & work together with you, in those areas you feel you could use some support. Maybe you just feel "stuck". Or you sense something isn't quite right. Or you're struggling in a tough season or relationship in your life. I can help you unlock these areas, so you can move towards the life & relationships you're really longing for. We have one life to live...let's work together so you can live it free!
Life can be hard; each season comes with its own set of challenges. I am here as a counsellor to come alongside you, & work together with you, in those areas you feel you could use some support. Maybe you just feel "stuck". Or you sense something isn't quite right. Or you're struggling in a tough season or relationship in your life. I can help you unlock these areas, so you can move towards the life & relationships you're really longing for. We have one life to live...let's work together so you can live it free!
What makes Lisa stand out is her warm personality and her straight forward approach. With gentleness and humour, she guides clients to find their own insights, while providing tools and teaching techniques clients can use on their own. In a non-judgemental setting, Lisa helps clients to quickly achieve their goals. Lisa Webster's style is perfect for motivated individuals who are ready to make rapid change. Lisa focuses on achieving results. What used to take months or even years can often be resolved in sessions, saving time and money.
What makes Lisa stand out is her warm personality and her straight forward approach. With gentleness and humour, she guides clients to find their own insights, while providing tools and teaching techniques clients can use on their own. In a non-judgemental setting, Lisa helps clients to quickly achieve their goals. Lisa Webster's style is perfect for motivated individuals who are ready to make rapid change. Lisa focuses on achieving results. What used to take months or even years can often be resolved in sessions, saving time and money.
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How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioural therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.