In person and video appointments.
Michelle (MACP, RCC 17840) has amassed a large ‘tool box’ of skills over 20 years of experience as a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor that are grounded in Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behaviour and Play Therapy. From this ‘tool box’, children, young people, adults, couples and families are helped to understand and overcome challenges in their relationship with themselves and others and find a more meaningful and healthy way to live. Her sense of curiosity, compassion and creativity is reflected in her professional practice. In her free time, Michelle finds pleasure in creative pursuits such as card-making and glass painting. She has also been known to participate in fire-walking, abseiling and skiing – although not all at the same time.
In person and video appointments.
Michelle (MACP, RCC 17840) has amassed a large ‘tool box’ of s...
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Suzanne offers counselling in person as well as through the convenience of telehealth (online) appointments. Please call the office to discuss whether Suzanne might be taking new clients. Due to limited availability, returning clients are asked to call in to book appointments at this time.
Suzanne Harrington holds a Masters in Counselling Psychology (Marriage and Family Therapy Specialization) and is registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Suzanne has further training in expressive therapies (play and art therapy), trauma and abuse, dissociation, addictions, mental health, and parent-child attachment. She is passionate about supporting connection, communication, insight and healing for families, children, couples and individuals. When not counselling, Suzanne can be found on the trails of B.C., hiking, snowshoeing and searching for artifacts.
Suzanne offers counselling in person as well as through the convenience of telehealth (online) ap...
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Angela Kazmierczak MSMFT, BA-applied psychology, S.E.P. (Somatic Experiencing Practioner)
(MSMFT: Masters of Science in Marital and Family Therapy)
(BA-A: Bachelor of Arts, Applied Emphasis)
(SEP: Somatic Experiencing Practioner)
Predominantly video appointments with one-day-a-week in person
Angela Kazmierczak has been working in the mental health field since 2005. She completed her undergraduate with an emphasis on Applied Psychology and continued Graduate work at Loma Linda University. At Loma Linda she specialized in System’s Theory and its application to couples, families, and groups. Angela also gained experience in her work in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Alberta Hospital where she participated in research of individuals with mild to moderate depression. Most recently, Angela completed her Somatic Experiencing Training, even trainings with Peter Levine himself, and is a Somatic Experiencing Practioner, including Touch Therapy.
Throughout her career, Angela has been working with individuals, couples, families, and groups who have experienced historical, shock and/or relational trauma and her recent educational training reflect this.
Angela has also completed specialized training in Concussion Awareness and Brain Injury, regularly attends the Stopping the Violence Annual Training Forums, participates in monthly round table discussions and Learning Circles, and participates in the many available on-line Somatic Experiencing classes, webinars, and consults. Angela also is a dedicated Ashtanga Yoga student and teacher in the local and international yoga community.
Because of her experience Angela approaches her clients with a wholistic approach towards trauma. By emphasizing therapeutic alliance and felt sense of safety through co-regulation, mindfulness and humour, Angela and her clients move through events in clients lives together integrating touch work, somatic/body noticing, and the cognitive process. The slow and organic therapeutic process is also shaped with the client to co-create healing and wellness.
Angela Kazmierczak MSMFT, BA-applied psychology, S.E.P. (Somatic Experiencing Practioner)
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Michael Patzer holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of British Columbia and is a Registered Social Worker with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. In counselling, Michael employs Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to help clients improve their well-being, and live a rich and meaningful life. He has experience working with both youth and adults in individual and group counselling.
Specialities: Anxiety, Anger Management, Depression, Grief and Loss, Self-esteem.
Michael Patzer holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of British Columbia and ...
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Angela Price-Stephens, LLB, MACP, RCC,
Lawyer, Mediator, Master of Counselling Psychology
As a lawyer for over 28 years, Angela has helped individuals who were adversely impacted by medical injuries, be they a former patient or a victim of secondary trauma. She has specific knowledge and experience of helping individuals and their families with catastrophic injuries, chronic pain, prolonged disability, grief and loss.
For almost three decades Angela has considered herself as much a social worker as a lawyer. She’s a director at the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kelowna and past president of Brain Trust Canada. She has volunteered hundreds of hours as a crisis line responder and supports victims of sexual assault. Angela is also a facilitator with the Boys’ and Girls’ Club in Kelowna diverting youth away from the criminal justice system, where appropriate.
Angela completed her graduate degree while practicing law full-time in private practice. She received her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology in 2022.
As a seasoned mediator Angela is adept at keeping multiple participants engaged and committed to the process. She has found a natural niche working with couples who seek improved connection and intimacy. All interventions are evidence-based and include the principles of Gottman, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Family Systems Theory. In order to better serve her clients, she’s taken additional training in issues of sexuality and sex addiction.
Many years ago Angela found herself in the client seat, facing her therapist. She experienced first-hand the benefits of a strong therapeutic alliance. She appreciates how counselling offers a wonderful opportunity to better understand oneself. She understands that through self-awareness and self-insight, one can create a more fulfilling and meaningful life experience. She understands both the therapist and the client can experience growth when immersed in a collaborative relationship. She believes there is no better gratification than witnessing the improvements in her client’s lives.
Angela emigrated from the UK in 2006. She lived in Vancouver for many years and still misses the West Coast Swing scene, but not the rain. Today, Angela lives in Kelowna with her family, including three dogs, a frog and a fish called Wanda. Angela is a true Brit of a certain age who still appreciates the Monty Python gang.
When she’s not helping others, Angela goes in for some self-care by reading biographies and gardening. She has recently returned to horse riding, a risky adventure given her rusty skills. Angela is quite happy to just stay in the saddle and looks forward to the day when her horse will respond to her commands.
Angela Price-Stephens, LLB, MACP, RCC,
Lawyer, Mediator, Master of Counselling Psychology
As a la...
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** NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor who is trained in Somatic Experiencing, I can help bring purpose and meaning back into life. Somatic Experiencing works to help build your resilience and help your nervous system to self regulate. Somatic Experiencing allows me to help you to get to the core of traumatic incidences.
Sometimes life can feel like it has been derailed. Sometimes life is going well then one incident or more can leave you feeling overcome with overwhelming thoughts, feelings and emotions. Fear, anger, anxiety or depression can consume your life. Your personal relationships may be falling apart.
My intention is to provide a space where you will feel safe and welcome just as you are. We will make sense of difficult feelings, such as anxiety, anger, fear or depression that may overwhelm you. The results are more resilience, better relationships and a better you. Working together and connection are key, we are not meant to do this journey alone.
I also can work from other modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and from an Attachment perspective.
I look forward to beginning this journey with you.
** NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor who is trained in Somatic Exp...
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