Hi! I’m Kate, a former daycare worker and current graduate student counsellor completing my Master of Counselling at Gonzaga University doing my practicum under Barb. Born and raised in Kelowna, I am grateful to support individuals and families in my community.

My approach focuses on helping clients build the confidence to make choices that reflect the life they want. I offer both in-person and virtual counselling and welcome clients of all ages and backgrounds.

I especially love working with children and use Play Therapy to create a safe space where they can express themselves. I want kids to feel heard and supported as they build confidence in their ability to cope and grow.

I believe counselling should be a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and are free to move at their own pace. I’m happy you’re here and I look forward to meeting you!

Mikaela is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Addictions Counselling from the University of Lethbridge. She is a former varsity hockey player and coach who has worked with athletes through the Okanagan Hockey Academy (OHA) and with youth and families through Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Mikaela specializes in working with high-performing athletes, teens (14–18), and adults navigating performance pressure, identity, confidence, and life transitions in and out of sport.

She also supports clients facing anxiety (including OCD), depression, emotional overwhelm, trauma, family conflict, and addictions.

Mikaela is currently accepting new clients in person in Kelowna and online, with evening and weekend availability.

Tekarra is a Registered Clinical Counsellor born and raised in the Okanagan who offers a supportive, judgement-free space where clients feel heard and understood. Her collaborative, evidence-based approach supports individuals navigating anxiety, stress, relationship patterns, perfectionism, and ADHD. Tekarra values genuine connection and believes finding the right fit is key to meaningful growth and change. (Individuals, 15+, In Person Counselling in Kelowna and Online Counselling)

As both a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker, Maya supports teens (15+), adults, and couples in anxiety, perfectionism, exploring relationships, emotional regulation, and personal growth. Her approach integrates EMDR, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Somatic Therapy, and Gottman Couples Therapy (Level 1) to help clients understand patterns, heal from trauma, and cultivate connection.

Whatever chapter you’re in, I’m here to support you with understanding, compassion, and a little bit of humour.

Zach is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and is accepting new clients! He has evening and weekday availability. He loves supporting teens (12+), young adults, and adults. Zach has been working in mental health for the last 5 years, including within Interior Health.
He integrates evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT in a compassionate, practical approach tailored to your unique goals.

Cammie is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and works with individuals and couples.

I am originally born and raised in Toronto, and have been living in Kelowna since 2010. I reside with my husband, my two children, dog, cat and chickens!

As a counsellor and as a midwife, I deeply value the trust and connection that is established with my clients. I feel that no one should be left unheard and having a safe space to express oneself is fundamental to personal progress and growth. I gravitate toward counselling modalities such as Rogerian, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Mostly, I love to listen and share in your story, and strive to help to find solutions and navigate when you are feeling stuck.

I’ve always loved “catching” babies but realized that I also wanted to help people in the deeper challenges in their lives, with greater knowledge, awareness and tools. I also have specific interest in working with grief and loss. I believe that it is important to find the right therapist that you connect with, and one whom which can help you to reach your goals.

I sincerely look forward to meeting with you and I wish you all the best in your journey.

Abbie is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and holds a Master of Social Work degree. Abbie’s counselling practice is rooted in a relational, trauma-informed, and person-centred approach. She believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship and prioritizes safety and connection throughout the counselling process. Abbie integrates Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and expressive therapies including Play Therapy and Sandtray to her sessions.

With over a decade of experience, I offer compassionate support to youth, adults, couples, families, and caregivers navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and the complexities of late-diagnosed autism and ADHD. Rooted in empathy and a holistic lens, my practice draws from emotion-focused, attachment-based, and family systems approaches, with a strong emphasis on nervous system regulation and emotional safety. I take time to truly understand each person’s lived experience, creating a space where self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful change can unfold.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and hold a Master of Arts in Counselling from Providence University College & Theological Seminary. I offer both in-person and online counselling.

I enjoy working with people of all ages, including children and teens, and am passionate about supporting individuals as they explore the relational and emotional experiences that shape their lives. I strive to create a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. To read more about the specific approaches that inform my clinical practice please see my full bio.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors— exploring local trails, skiing with friends, or growing a vegetable garden.

Kayla Davies, CCC is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with an MA in Counselling Psychology from McGill University (2016). She supports teens, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, OCD, intrusive thoughts, stress, and overthinking. Using CBT, ACT, trauma-informed approaches, and Gottman Level 1 strategies (for couples), she provides practical tools to help clients feel calmer and more in control of their thoughts and emotions. She helps clients explore patterns in thoughts, behaviours, and relationships, and develop strategies for self-compassion, emotional regulation, and resilience. Guided by her Christian faith, Kayla brings compassion, hope, and understanding, offering a warm, non-judgmental space to feel seen and supported. Based in Kelowna, she also offers virtual sessions across Canada. Kayla is also a wife and mom of 3, and loves supporting other couples and moms in their journey of motherhood.

Hello! I am Shenaya; a therapist, mother, wife, and wellness enthusiast who is passionate about seeing others thrive. I take an emotion-focused, trauma-informed, and somatic experiencing approach to therapy. I also incorporate other modalities and evidenced-based interventions to best support the individual goals of each person I work with. I also offer Christian counselling. I am currently accepting clients and offering In Person Counselling Wednesdays 10-2, and Online counselling services to adults in Kelowna, BC.

Hi, I’m Barb! I am the founder and clinic owner of Alive Counselling and so proud of the incredible team of therapists we have. I founded Alive Counselling because I believe everyone deserves a soft place to land and support through whatever they are going through. I am also happy to help you find the right fit for you and your unique needs with our wonderful team; because the right fit is the most important part of counselling!

Barb is now welcoming:

• New Clients for Online Counselling in British Columbia
• Supervisees for Online Clinical Supervision in British Columbia, and
• Online Athlete Mindset Coaching: practical and personalized support and strategies for athlete’s mental health and performance 

In addition to being a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I am also an Approved Clinical Supervisor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and I love mentoring therapists & graduate students. Being American, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Mental Health Service Provider Designation (LPC MHSP), a member with the Association for Applied Sport Psychology and a member with the Christian Society for Kinesiology, Leisure, and Sport Studies. I am also a published author, keynote speaker, and Therapy Talks host.

But most importantly, I am a wife, mama to four, health & wellness enthusiast, and coffee lover. I am a former elite hockey player and professional coach turned counsellor that specializes in working with athletes to support their mental health, and enhance their mental game and performance with sports psychology strategies. I get it personally and professionally, and I work with youth athletes all the way to WHL, OHL, NCAA, USport, professional, PWHL, NHL and Olympic athletes across sport. I am also an Ohio State alumni…Go Bucks!

As a counsellor in Kelowna, BC, I specialize in helping people overcome anxiety, stress, depression, and negative self-talk (among other areas). My faith is foundational to me and I love working in Christian counselling. As a wife and mom, I love working in pregnancy, postpartum, with other moms, couples, kids, teens, young adults, adults and families. As a clinical supervisor, I love empowering and pouring into other therapists as they pour out to their clients. After all, we *all* have stuff and can benefit from counselling and a safe, supportive person and strategies.

Ultimately, I believe the world needs who you were made to be and I am humbled and honored to walk alongside you in that journey!

Hello, I’m Robin (she/her) and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and I consider myself to be a wellness enthusiast who is passionate about helping others navigate their life journey. I work with individuals and couples specializing in couples counselling, grief counselling, and menopause/ women’s issues. Robin is accepting new clients for In Office Counselling and Online Counselling.

I have spent my career discovering and sharpening my skills as a mental health clinician. By attending workshops, courses and galvanizing therapeutic modalities (with an attachment, person-centered, EFT and CBT lens), I have honed my skills to attend to the diverse needs of my clients. As importantly, is my lived experience of the many challenges and successes of 25 years of marriage and raising 4 children in a blended family. From this I have gleaned that there is never one right way to improve a situation, though there are easier paths than others to get there.

Hi there! My name is Sam (she/her), and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BSW., MACP., RCC.) Taking a step toward starting therapy is no easy task, so congratulations on being here! I love working with Children 10+ , Teens, Young Adults, and Parents. I offer in-person sessions, walk & talk therapy, virtual sessions, and phone sessions.

Hi, I’m Erik, and I come alive at the opportunity to be helpful. Whether it is the day to day stress of life; the discomfort of feeling stuck; the pain of relational turmoil; or the fear that it will never change, I am honored to be entrusted in taking part in your health and wellness. I take a collaborative approach to counselling; we find what works for you. I have a particular interest in wellness and resilience through adversity and trauma, including EMDR. I am a husband and father of four, and I’ve worked in the mental health field for 15 years with adults experiencing numerous challenges and diagnoses.  Erik is accepting new clients for In Office Counselling and Online Counselling.

*currently accepting clients via online or phone. please email [email protected]*

Hi there, my name is Laura Belland. I am a wife, mom, and former elementary teacher. I specialize in CBT, self-compassion therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I believe we can often be our own worst enemies and harshest critics, and I hope to help you grow and get past any negative thinking to become your most alive and thriving self; through CBT, compassionate self-care, and mindfulness amongst other strategies. I am passionate about working with clients experiencing anxiety, social anxiety, stress, perfectionism, and depression. I have experience helping those with limiting beliefs about themselves, negative body image, and disordered eating. I also love working with other moms and in prenatal and postpartum anxiety, depression and stress.

Laura is accepting new clients and offers counselling for children (age 5+), youth, teens, and adults through Play Therapy, Couples and Family Counselling, In Office Counselling, Online Counselling, and Walk & Talk Therapy. Some areas of focus are emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, and difficulties navigating life changes and stressors. As a previous respite aide, she is passionate about working with those with neurodevelopmental disabilities, ADHD, and autism support.

Shawna is a mom of three kids, enjoying small-town life in the Similkameen. Upon entering motherhood and having three kids close together, she felt totally overwhelmed by motherhood and it took a toll on her health and marriage. With counselling, and a lot of inner work, she grew a passion to help other moms turn off the autopilot living and show up for their lives, on purpose. This prompted her to seek training as a coach and a counsellor. She loves working with moms and also offers Christian counselling. Shawna enjoys music, painting, being outside, and that beloved daily coffee. Shawna is accepting new clients for Online Counselling.

**Please note Spela is heading off on maternity leave in the beginning October, so is not currently accepting new clients**

As a therapist, I don’t draw on any one modality. I blend and mix and match different strategies and approaches depending on who you are, what’s brought you in, and what works for you. My goal is to show up for you and help you hold all your messy, complicated, painful, and embarrassing “stuff,” so we can work together to untangle it, make some space for it, decide what kind of relationship you want to have with all those parts, and then work through how you would like to show up for yourself and others in your life.