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Marie Martin
Counsellor, BMsc, RPC, NLP
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Counselling, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Conversational Intelligence & other modalities. Therapy for trauma, abuse, addictive behaviours, PTSD. Excellence Communication Skills Counselling to be the best version and have the best version of your relationships, personal, business & family. Marie Martin is the author of modality and book Metatron's Code available on Amazon. (Additional certificates: Master NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Practitioner & Certified Communications Specialist Certified Hypnosis Practitioner & Quantum, BrainSpotting, Conversational Intelligence Neuroscience)
Counselling, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Conversational Intelligence & other modalities. Therapy for trauma, abuse, addictive behaviours, PTSD. Excellence Communication Skills Counselling to be the best version and have the best version of your relationships, personal, business & family. Marie Martin is the author of modality and book Metatron's Code available on Amazon. (Additional certificates: Master NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Practitioner & Certified Communications Specialist Certified Hypnosis Practitioner & Quantum, BrainSpotting, Conversational Intelligence Neuroscience)
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Mary Graydon
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Not accepting new clients
Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR allow clients to explore unconscious patterns or "parts" that may have protective roles, but which have become extreme and unhelpful, eg.
I treat trauma - childhood, shock (eg. accidents, medical) and relational (eg. betrayal, bullying) utilizing IFS and EMDR. These models are experiential, not "talk therapy". I also offer Gottman Method couples counselling. While I see all adults, I have additional training in treating those suffering and addiction, their family members and adult children of alcoholics. Often, people impacted by addiction - their own or someone else's - carry the heavy burdens of shame, anxiety, low self-esteem and other extremely painful legacies. If you are ready to dive deeply into the roots of your distress, IFS and EMDR may be a fit for you.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR allow clients to explore unconscious patterns or "parts" that may have protective roles, but which have become extreme and unhelpful, eg.
I treat trauma - childhood, shock (eg. accidents, medical) and relational (eg. betrayal, bullying) utilizing IFS and EMDR. These models are experiential, not "talk therapy". I also offer Gottman Method couples counselling. While I see all adults, I have additional training in treating those suffering and addiction, their family members and adult children of alcoholics. Often, people impacted by addiction - their own or someone else's - carry the heavy burdens of shame, anxiety, low self-esteem and other extremely painful legacies. If you are ready to dive deeply into the roots of your distress, IFS and EMDR may be a fit for you.
(365) 659-2714 View (365) 659-2714
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Justine Cottingham-Leblanc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y  (Online Only)
Registered in British Columbia and Ontario, I offer a collaborative, respectful, and non-pathologizing space to work with you. Together, we can uncover your full story and find creative ways of living to address whatever it is that brings you in.
Registered in British Columbia and Ontario, I offer a collaborative, respectful, and non-pathologizing space to work with you. Together, we can uncover your full story and find creative ways of living to address whatever it is that brings you in.
(587) 801-4885 View (587) 801-4885
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y  (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
(873) 363-1012 View (873) 363-1012
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Intrinsic Hearts Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, BSW, BA
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and a Certified EMDR Therapist with over 16 years of experience. By gently interweaving both these modalities, EMDR becomes more gentle! I am passionate about journeying alongside my clients to aid a deeper loving connection with self and in turn with others. By incorporating the mind body connection my clients welcome parts of themselves and their lives that at one time may have been excruciating into an integral, whole and beautiful self. EMDR helps process through the most painful experience so that we can see ourselves in a new and resilient light. It’s such an honour!
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and a Certified EMDR Therapist with over 16 years of experience. By gently interweaving both these modalities, EMDR becomes more gentle! I am passionate about journeying alongside my clients to aid a deeper loving connection with self and in turn with others. By incorporating the mind body connection my clients welcome parts of themselves and their lives that at one time may have been excruciating into an integral, whole and beautiful self. EMDR helps process through the most painful experience so that we can see ourselves in a new and resilient light. It’s such an honour!
(548) 490-8689 View (548) 490-8689
Photo of Alex McIvor, MACP, RCC, Counsellor
Alex McIvor
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Let’s start a relationship based on trust, healing, growth, and fulfillment. Do you feel stuck, lacking motivation, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next? My role is to walk alongside you as we delve into your emotions. I want to provide you with tools, communication, emotional awareness, and fulfillment as we navigate your struggles, successes, and transitions so you live a fulfilling life that highlights your true self.
Let’s start a relationship based on trust, healing, growth, and fulfillment. Do you feel stuck, lacking motivation, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next? My role is to walk alongside you as we delve into your emotions. I want to provide you with tools, communication, emotional awareness, and fulfillment as we navigate your struggles, successes, and transitions so you live a fulfilling life that highlights your true self.
(431) 341-2683 View (431) 341-2683
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David Smyth
Counsellor, BA, MACP, CSCH
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Hello, I practice a realistic approach,with simple and real-life, empirically supported therapy techniques.I am focused on solutions for my clientele and provide over 20 years of experience with providing real life answers to real life issues. My goal will be to provide practical solutions with positive results for you.Please be assured that I am a compassionate person with a great deal of empathy for those who are suffering. Please open the door to improvement by calling, texting or emailing my displayed number 24/7. Your search for peace of mind begins here, believe in your inner ability to adapt and overcome, i can show you how.
Hello, I practice a realistic approach,with simple and real-life, empirically supported therapy techniques.I am focused on solutions for my clientele and provide over 20 years of experience with providing real life answers to real life issues. My goal will be to provide practical solutions with positive results for you.Please be assured that I am a compassionate person with a great deal of empathy for those who are suffering. Please open the door to improvement by calling, texting or emailing my displayed number 24/7. Your search for peace of mind begins here, believe in your inner ability to adapt and overcome, i can show you how.
(778) 760-1062 View (778) 760-1062
Photo of Jennifer Wright - Kelowna Brain Sciences, MSc , CHMC, RCC, Counsellor
Kelowna Brain Sciences
Counsellor, MSc , CHMC, RCC
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Kelowna Brain Sciences uses proven, state-of-the-art technology to optimize brain function and improve overall wellbeing. All of our treatment protocols are designed and supervised by Registered Clinical Counsellors who prepare an integrated, comprehensive treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
Kelowna Brain Sciences uses proven, state-of-the-art technology to optimize brain function and improve overall wellbeing. All of our treatment protocols are designed and supervised by Registered Clinical Counsellors who prepare an integrated, comprehensive treatment plan to help you achieve your goals.
(819) 412-4746 View (819) 412-4746
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Mykhaylo Mike Petrynyak
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
I offer low-fee therapy for those without insurance coverage in my capacity as a Pre-Licensed Therapist completing the last 50% of my clinical hours toward licensing. If money has been the only thing holding you back from taking charge of your life, let me help!
I offer low-fee therapy for those without insurance coverage in my capacity as a Pre-Licensed Therapist completing the last 50% of my clinical hours toward licensing. If money has been the only thing holding you back from taking charge of your life, let me help!
(867) 670-5190 View (867) 670-5190
Photo of Jadon Ward, MA,  MA, RCC, CCC, Counsellor
Jadon Ward
Counsellor, MA, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
The last few years have been hard on everyone, and you may have experienced new relational stress, financial stress, and anxiety about what the future might hold. Like many people, you might find yourself overwhelmed or feeling helpless. These stresses and pressures can affect your work, your relationships and your loved ones as well. If you are struggling in these tough times, I can help you find new ways to cope and manage. Together we can identify the root of your stress, find ways to cope with it, and manage your anxiety. My goal in counselling is to go beyond giving you ways to live with your problems.
The last few years have been hard on everyone, and you may have experienced new relational stress, financial stress, and anxiety about what the future might hold. Like many people, you might find yourself overwhelmed or feeling helpless. These stresses and pressures can affect your work, your relationships and your loved ones as well. If you are struggling in these tough times, I can help you find new ways to cope and manage. Together we can identify the root of your stress, find ways to cope with it, and manage your anxiety. My goal in counselling is to go beyond giving you ways to live with your problems.
(778) 401-3882 View (778) 401-3882
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Bri Larson
RPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kelowna, BC V1Y
I’m Bri, a Registered Professional Counsellor & Certified Life Coach. I focus on long-term, goal-oriented talk therapy style sessions that take a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving. The goal is to change patterns of thinking or behaviour that are causing difficulties in your life, and in doing so change the way you act and feel overall. My approach takes a lot more into account than traditional therapy or counselling. I dive very deep and we will focus on your whole life — Your mental health, biochemistry, physical health, relationships, self-esteem, your employment, etc…
I’m Bri, a Registered Professional Counsellor & Certified Life Coach. I focus on long-term, goal-oriented talk therapy style sessions that take a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving. The goal is to change patterns of thinking or behaviour that are causing difficulties in your life, and in doing so change the way you act and feel overall. My approach takes a lot more into account than traditional therapy or counselling. I dive very deep and we will focus on your whole life — Your mental health, biochemistry, physical health, relationships, self-esteem, your employment, etc…
(548) 488-3707 View (548) 488-3707
Photo of Luke Feraco, MSW, RCC, Registered Social Worker
Luke Feraco
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y
Anxiety, depression, learning better communication skills, toxic relationships, building self esteem, emotional regulation and processing, trauma, the responsibilities of life... It never seems to end. We all know we could take care of ourselves a little better. How? Together, through a non-judgmental space, we'll discover the stories you are telling yourself about your life and rewrite them to empower you and promote self-compassion in you, as well as sustainability for your future. We will also practice coping skills that help you to manage your everyday stressors and exceptional circumstances. Your wellbeing is my top priority.
Anxiety, depression, learning better communication skills, toxic relationships, building self esteem, emotional regulation and processing, trauma, the responsibilities of life... It never seems to end. We all know we could take care of ourselves a little better. How? Together, through a non-judgmental space, we'll discover the stories you are telling yourself about your life and rewrite them to empower you and promote self-compassion in you, as well as sustainability for your future. We will also practice coping skills that help you to manage your everyday stressors and exceptional circumstances. Your wellbeing is my top priority.
(782) 201-4155 View (782) 201-4155
Photo of Ryan Leiderman, MA, RCC, Counsellor
Ryan Leiderman
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y  (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients - I help clients dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, substance misuse, and existential concerns.
Now Accepting New Clients - I help clients dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, substance misuse, and existential concerns.
(855) 982-1214 View (855) 982-1214

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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.