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There is a quiet voice inside you saying that life can be better than this.

Maybe your challenges have been building for some time, or maybe you’ve felt stuck, stagnant, bored with your life for longer than you’d like to admit. Maybe the feelings, memories, or fears you’ve been living with are getting louder, and won’t leave you alone anymore. Maybe someone has made you feel small, worthless, or insignificant. Guess what – you’re not crazy, and you’re not alone.

"Kinetic" speaks to the movement inherent in the counselling process - let's work together to remember and act on your potential, redirect you towards meaningful growth, and live the life you imagine.

Kinetic Counselling supports clients of all ages. All services are LGBTQ2S+ supportive - we honour and respect all identities, families, and circumstances.

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Testimonials

"Olivia has been a very important part of my journey the last couple of years. She supports and encourages me in the times life is going well; and she never fails to give me the tools I need to keep going when I feel like I cannot. Her kindness, compassion and honesty make every appointment with her an excellent one!" -Stacey

"Growing up, my strengths were never acknowledged - until I walked into Olivia's office. With her help, I'm growing into the strong woman I have always wanted to be." -A.

"Dena supported my daughter through some major anxiety. She was kind, made her laugh, and gave her the skills she needed to feel happier and calmer. I am so grateful for pursuing therapy and now I have someone to return to if we need more support in the future." -D

Olivia, MSW, RSW:

"My knowledge and experience are built on a foundation of trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and feminist approaches. My work in the non-profit sector focused on women and children/youth who had experienced violence, either in a relationship or in the context of sexualized assault. I have been privileged to learn much from survivors of violence and abuse, and am honored to bring this experience into my current practice.

My passion is in helping people to see that their experiences do not occur in a vacuum; they may have felt isolated, but there were factors at work far beyond their internal experience that are incredibly important and influential. When we can explore the context of a person’s experience (traumatic or otherwise), we can easily see that they are not inherently flawed – we can “zoom out” to see the bigger picture. How has your life been impacted by those around you? By our culture and society? How might your social location (your gender/ culture/ race/ sexuality/ religion/ etc) relate to the oppression and/or struggles you have faced?

In counselling sessions, I use a combination of modalities to support individuals’ growth; I draw on skills from training in narrative, feminist, trauma-informed, response-based and structural approaches. I also utilize cognitive behavioral skills, dialectical behavioral skills, and strengths-based practice. The methods by which I support each person depend on their unique circumstances and experiences. Truly, sometimes what has the most impact is bearing witness to a person’s pain, and holding space for them to share their feelings and experiences without judgment.

I grew up on unceded Coast Salish territory, and have lived as a settler in Syilx Okanagan territory for most of my life. I am grateful to have learned from Indigenous community members, colleagues, and clients. Colonial violence and genocide has forever marked our history; I am honoured and humbled to work alongside, and in service of, those who seek healing and reconciliation.

I hold a Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) and am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the BCCSW. I am an approved service provider with Crime Victims Assistance Program (CVAP), the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), the Autism Funding Unit (AFU) for Family Therapy, and ICBC. Many extended health programs also cover the services of Registered Social Workers (RSW)."

Olivia can be reached at: olivia@kineticcounselling.com, or: 250-487-0195

Dena, M.Ed., RCC

"As a counsellor, I believe counselling recipients are best served by a holistic and client-centered approach which honours their unique needs and interests.

Being a long-time early childhood educator and mother of two busy young women, I have learned that patience, active listening and curiosity are critical to building successful relationships.

I am a Registered Clinical Counselor with BCACC and hold both a bachelors and graduate degree in education, with the graduate degree being from the School of Counseling at City University Seattle. My primary focus is play therapy, including expressive arts, music, movement and sand tray. I find these to be invaluable tools in supporting and counseling, especially with young children.

My teaching career began twenty-four years ago on-reserve in a remote northern British Columbia community. Since that time I have worked intimately with primary grade children and their families in many parts of the province."

Dena can be reached at: dena@kineticcounselling.com or: 250-487-9133

Nicole, MSW, RSW

"As a naturally curious person, I seek to understand the lived experience of those I work with. From this experience, I hope to glean and bring attention to the inherent strength that you possess, which for most, is difficult to recognize during times of struggle.

In counseling, I draw on a combination of modalities that are congruent with your values, and effective for the outcomes you wish to pursue and the result is a therapeutic approach unique for you.

My background is trauma-based work which is built on the understanding of how trauma plays out in our relationships and in our bodies and my role is to support your journey in addressing your past and adapting your present in order to achieve the goals most important to you.

I am continuing to pursue ongoing education in grief/loss, End of Life support to individuals and their loved ones, and grief companioning during and after perinatal loss.

I have had the privilege of many mentors and teachers in my life and those I work with are no exception. You truly are the expert of your own life, and I am but a partner assisting to facilitate a journey in your own wellness. The pace and goals in which you chose to pursue are yours.

I owe gratitude to the Syilx people where I live, learn, and have had the privilege of cultural teachings and mentorship as a non-indigenous settler. I recognize the impacts of current and ongoing colonization and pay attention to how continued systemic oppression affects the lives of those I work with."

Nicole can be reached at: nicole@kineticcounselling.com or call/text: 236-836-5112