Female Therapists in Westbank, BC
My personal experience with ADHD—both as a neurodivergent woman and as a parent—provides me with valuable insights into its impact on individuals and families.
Over the past 25 years, I have helped clients explore and develop a sense of self-awareness, encouraging them to reflect on their experiences and how they shape their current perspectives. I work to support developing an understanding about what truly matters, supporting clients in making decisions that align with their authentic selves, while working collaboratively to create action plans that address various life domains—career, relationships, health, and personal interests. I often use humour and direct communication to build rapport and make the process less intimidating, while ensuring empathy and active listening are present
My personal experience with ADHD—both as a neurodivergent woman and as a parent—provides me with valuable insights into its impact on individuals and families.
Over the past 25 years, I have helped clients explore and develop a sense of self-awareness, encouraging them to reflect on their experiences and how they shape their current perspectives. I work to support developing an understanding about what truly matters, supporting clients in making decisions that align with their authentic selves, while working collaboratively to create action plans that address various life domains—career, relationships, health, and personal interests. I often use humour and direct communication to build rapport and make the process less intimidating, while ensuring empathy and active listening are present
Orchard Valley Counselling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, BA, Cert, Hons, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westbank, BC V4T
Welcome to my Psychology Today profile! Do you want to reclaim your life, break free from the grip of anxiety, or depression, trauma, to find balance and fulfillment in your personal and professional life. Are you seeking understanding, validation, and practical strategies to cope with your challenges and thrive in spite of them. As your therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly and honestly. I offer a collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring my interventions to meet your unique needs and goals.
Welcome to my Psychology Today profile! Do you want to reclaim your life, break free from the grip of anxiety, or depression, trauma, to find balance and fulfillment in your personal and professional life. Are you seeking understanding, validation, and practical strategies to cope with your challenges and thrive in spite of them. As your therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly and honestly. I offer a collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring my interventions to meet your unique needs and goals.
Tara S. Klassen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westbank, BC V4T
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.
Cherise Lowe Illuminate Clinical Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westbank, BC V4T
Do you find yourself circling around the same issues, or struggling to overcome one particular problem, despite a lot of effort to change? I get how exhausting and sometimes hopeless that place can feel. I work with my clients to drill to the core of what is perpetuating current issues, so that together we create not just coping, but healing. By treating problems at this root level, clients often report having a sense of freedom beyond what they've experienced before. I utilize a combination of therapeutic techniques, however my specialization is in Accelerate Resolution Therapy (ART).
Do you find yourself circling around the same issues, or struggling to overcome one particular problem, despite a lot of effort to change? I get how exhausting and sometimes hopeless that place can feel. I work with my clients to drill to the core of what is perpetuating current issues, so that together we create not just coping, but healing. By treating problems at this root level, clients often report having a sense of freedom beyond what they've experienced before. I utilize a combination of therapeutic techniques, however my specialization is in Accelerate Resolution Therapy (ART).
I'm here to help you deal with life's challenges, whether it's managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, navigating relationship difficulties or dealing with grief or trauma. I will help you find understanding and compassionate support to feel truly heard and valued. I aim to enhance your emotional well-being, build coping strategies, and foster healthier relationships. I am a warm, empathetic and direct guide to help you on your journey toward personal growth and fulfillment by helping you apply practical tools, proven methods, and encouragement to thrive and reach your full potential.
I'm here to help you deal with life's challenges, whether it's managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, navigating relationship difficulties or dealing with grief or trauma. I will help you find understanding and compassionate support to feel truly heard and valued. I aim to enhance your emotional well-being, build coping strategies, and foster healthier relationships. I am a warm, empathetic and direct guide to help you on your journey toward personal growth and fulfillment by helping you apply practical tools, proven methods, and encouragement to thrive and reach your full potential.
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Jess Holtslander
Counsellor, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Kelowna, BC V4T
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Social Worker, Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Grief Recovery Specialist, passionate about helping individuals navigate their grief journey as well as supporting individuals who are neurodivergent. I work with people who have a suspected, recent, or late diagnosis of Autism/ADHD; have a partner/a child who is Autistic/ADHD; are grieving for various reasons (e.g., life change, chronic pain, loss of a loved one); and/or want to become more comfortable with their uncomfortable emotions.
I am a Registered Social Worker, Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Grief Recovery Specialist, passionate about helping individuals navigate their grief journey as well as supporting individuals who are neurodivergent. I work with people who have a suspected, recent, or late diagnosis of Autism/ADHD; have a partner/a child who is Autistic/ADHD; are grieving for various reasons (e.g., life change, chronic pain, loss of a loved one); and/or want to become more comfortable with their uncomfortable emotions.
Keep North Counselling- Jen Teigen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
West Kelowna, BC V4T
With over 25 years working directly with youth and families in a variety of mental health settings, I have seen how life can disrupt building meaningful connections with ourselves and others. My passion is to help you reconnect with yourself and those important to you, whether it’s your kids, your partner, or friends. Together we can build an empowering space that supports you to show up in ways that align with your true self. As a mom of two adult kids, I also enjoy supporting parents and helping them with fostering secure attachments with their child, navigating conflict, and looking closely at how your needs as a parent are met.
With over 25 years working directly with youth and families in a variety of mental health settings, I have seen how life can disrupt building meaningful connections with ourselves and others. My passion is to help you reconnect with yourself and those important to you, whether it’s your kids, your partner, or friends. Together we can build an empowering space that supports you to show up in ways that align with your true self. As a mom of two adult kids, I also enjoy supporting parents and helping them with fostering secure attachments with their child, navigating conflict, and looking closely at how your needs as a parent are met.
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.
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.
So glad to meet you and I’m happy you are here! I have always enjoyed listening to people’s life stories. I am always amazed at their courage to share and be open with me about their struggles. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I see clients with a range of concerns. I work with individuals and those seeking relationship counselling. I also work with parents of children diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) and/or ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
So glad to meet you and I’m happy you are here! I have always enjoyed listening to people’s life stories. I am always amazed at their courage to share and be open with me about their struggles. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I see clients with a range of concerns. I work with individuals and those seeking relationship counselling. I also work with parents of children diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) and/or ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
I specialize in working with women going through Life's varying transitions - in particular with our "role" changes such as pregnancy, motherhood, menopause and also identity/self worth and esteem struggles. Life can stir up anxiety, depression, disempowerment, and loss of Self. I work to help ground you back to your inner strength, to Who You Are, and help you find ways to navigate the rough waters.
I specialize in working with women going through Life's varying transitions - in particular with our "role" changes such as pregnancy, motherhood, menopause and also identity/self worth and esteem struggles. Life can stir up anxiety, depression, disempowerment, and loss of Self. I work to help ground you back to your inner strength, to Who You Are, and help you find ways to navigate the rough waters.
I have always enjoyed connecting with and learning from others; this has driven my passion for mental health support for many years. Before completing my Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work, I worked with my local rural fire department as a paid-on-call firefighter for nearly 8 years. I was consistently humbled throughout my experiences by the resilience and camaraderie engrained in first responder culture. I believe in the importance of having clinicians who 'get what we do', ultimately leading me to combine two of my passions (firefighting & mental health) and become one.
I have always enjoyed connecting with and learning from others; this has driven my passion for mental health support for many years. Before completing my Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work, I worked with my local rural fire department as a paid-on-call firefighter for nearly 8 years. I was consistently humbled throughout my experiences by the resilience and camaraderie engrained in first responder culture. I believe in the importance of having clinicians who 'get what we do', ultimately leading me to combine two of my passions (firefighting & mental health) and become one.
I offer evening and weekend availability. My trauma-focused practice incorporates a diverse range of modalities such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Parts Work, Art-Based Approaches, & Equine Assisted Therapy. The dual perspective of my practice as a Trauma-Focused Therapist & my personal journey of healing from trauma has equipped me with a deep understanding of the bravery, dedication, & strength that accompanies the trauma healing journey. With over 10 years experience as an RSW, my background enables me to establish profound connections with my clients & provide them with compassionate, empathetic support.
I offer evening and weekend availability. My trauma-focused practice incorporates a diverse range of modalities such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Parts Work, Art-Based Approaches, & Equine Assisted Therapy. The dual perspective of my practice as a Trauma-Focused Therapist & my personal journey of healing from trauma has equipped me with a deep understanding of the bravery, dedication, & strength that accompanies the trauma healing journey. With over 10 years experience as an RSW, my background enables me to establish profound connections with my clients & provide them with compassionate, empathetic support.
Miroslava Djakov
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, RCC, RMFT
Verified Verified
West Kelowna, BC V4T
We are all trying our best in our relationships. Unfortunately, sometimes our past or present experiences prevents us to be the best we can be for our selves and our loved ones. This is where I come in. I am passionate about helping families overcome variety of issues, including mental health, relational and parenting challenges, so you can create loving home. When working with couples, I assure each partner is heard, supported, and loved in the way they need it. I will explore with you what gets in a way of your goals and together, we will create a plan that is achievable and that will create a lasting change you are hoping for.
We are all trying our best in our relationships. Unfortunately, sometimes our past or present experiences prevents us to be the best we can be for our selves and our loved ones. This is where I come in. I am passionate about helping families overcome variety of issues, including mental health, relational and parenting challenges, so you can create loving home. When working with couples, I assure each partner is heard, supported, and loved in the way they need it. I will explore with you what gets in a way of your goals and together, we will create a plan that is achievable and that will create a lasting change you are hoping for.
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!
I appreciate that negative experiences can create the window for change. I am also very mindful that no matter how uncomfortable the journey is, it will lead us into a path of healing that looks different for everyone. I enjoy working with and am extremely passionate about trauma informed methodologies, and incorporate Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy into my practice.
I appreciate that negative experiences can create the window for change. I am also very mindful that no matter how uncomfortable the journey is, it will lead us into a path of healing that looks different for everyone. I enjoy working with and am extremely passionate about trauma informed methodologies, and incorporate Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy into my practice.
The quality of our relationships impacts every facet of our lives. I meet individuals, couples, and families who are impacted by challenges within their relationships and collaboratively work with them towards a desired outcome.
The quality of our relationships impacts every facet of our lives. I meet individuals, couples, and families who are impacted by challenges within their relationships and collaboratively work with them towards a desired outcome.
Lindsay is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in the province of British Columbia and a Registered Psychologist in the province of Alberta. She provides comprehensive counselling to adolescents, adults, and couples affected by a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance use and addictions, and relationship difficulties.
Lindsay is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in the province of British Columbia and a Registered Psychologist in the province of Alberta. She provides comprehensive counselling to adolescents, adults, and couples affected by a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance use and addictions, and relationship difficulties.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious or stuck? Disconnected from family, friends or even yourself? Experiencing unfamiliar and uncomfortable feelings after an event or life transition? Feeling unfulfilled in life? If so, you are not alone. We often find ourselves engaging in the same repetitive behaviours and relationships that prevent us from achieving our goals and commitments in life. However, with the support and guidance of a counsellor, you can begin to make changes that will generate momentum in your life.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious or stuck? Disconnected from family, friends or even yourself? Experiencing unfamiliar and uncomfortable feelings after an event or life transition? Feeling unfulfilled in life? If so, you are not alone. We often find ourselves engaging in the same repetitive behaviours and relationships that prevent us from achieving our goals and commitments in life. However, with the support and guidance of a counsellor, you can begin to make changes that will generate momentum in your life.
Hi, I’m Janice. I work with a variety of populations and have witnessed and supported many individuals living with emotional pain, attachment wounds, chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, infertility, loneliness, isolation, shame, guilt, loss, grief, fear, frustration, sense of not belonging, losses of identity, lack of self-compassion and purpose. It is my deepest privilege to support you on your healing path, to witness and help you to see your innate beauty and wisdom, reclaim your authentic self and find more peace and meaning in your life.
Hi, I’m Janice. I work with a variety of populations and have witnessed and supported many individuals living with emotional pain, attachment wounds, chronic stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, infertility, loneliness, isolation, shame, guilt, loss, grief, fear, frustration, sense of not belonging, losses of identity, lack of self-compassion and purpose. It is my deepest privilege to support you on your healing path, to witness and help you to see your innate beauty and wisdom, reclaim your authentic self and find more peace and meaning in your life.
Being a human is turbulent, unpredictable, and often a lot more than we were prepared for. Break ups, job transition, life transition, school stress, interpersonal conflict, emotion management, my ideal client is motivated to self-reflect through change. Through attention, care, and deep compassion, I work to thoroughly understand you, thoughtfully creating a safe space for your self-discovery. And together, we can locate your self-at-best, find resilience, improve emotional agility, and restore your adaptive functioning, where you are able to feel, deal, and heal in a way that honours who you are.
Being a human is turbulent, unpredictable, and often a lot more than we were prepared for. Break ups, job transition, life transition, school stress, interpersonal conflict, emotion management, my ideal client is motivated to self-reflect through change. Through attention, care, and deep compassion, I work to thoroughly understand you, thoughtfully creating a safe space for your self-discovery. And together, we can locate your self-at-best, find resilience, improve emotional agility, and restore your adaptive functioning, where you are able to feel, deal, and heal in a way that honours who you are.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.