The Counsellors at Stepping Stones Kelowna

One of the ways we work towards the healing process is by making every effort possible to ensure that the client is matched with someone they will feel comfortable with and receptive to from the start. We take into consideration a therapist who might have a special focus area or training for the presenting issue, age of the client, treatment preference, and insurance requirements, just to name a few.

Also, we have the opportunity to work together and collaborate in situations where multiple family members are being seen by different therapists at our center. This can help to facilitate family or marital conflicts to a healthy resolution.

 
 

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Deanne Leung, M.ED, RCC
Coordinator & Therapist

Deanne is the creative vision and energy behind Stepping Stones Counselling Group, and the Okanagan Attachment Network. Deanne holds a graduate degree in Counselling Psychology and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. She has extensive post-graduate training in play and expressive therapies, as well as additional training specific to trauma, dissociation, attachment, loss, and grief..  Deanne also works with issues related to ADHD, anxiety or depression.

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jodyJody Bekhuys, M.ED, RCC
Child & Family Therapist

Jody holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. Jody specializes in the areas of trauma, attachment and dissociation. She is skilled in working with clients both individually and through family therapy.

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deb bioDebra Pyper, MSW, RSW
Therapist

Debra Pyper holds a Masters of Social Work with a specialization in Mental Health and Health from the University of Toronto and is a Registered Social Worker. Deb is experienced and comfortable working with a variety of ages and needs, including anxiety, depression, developmental disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's, and PDD-NOS.

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melMelanie Maure, BA Psych
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Clinical Exercise Specialist, Yoga Instructor

Melanie is a Somatic Practitioner, Clinical Exercise Specialist and Yoga instructor. In an effort to bring all that she can to her clients, Melanie has recently completed her BA in Psychology and is now pursuing her Masters in Counselling Psychology. She is passionate about helping others heal their experiences with injury, deep stress and trauma through a body-mind-spirit approach. She brings 14 years of expertise in the field of injury recovery, stress management and trauma renegotiation.

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oliviaOlivia Sullivan, MSW, RSW
Therapist

Olivia Sullivan holds a Masters of Social Work from the University of British Columbia and is a Registered Social Worker. Olivia has further education in expressive therapies, trauma & abuse, dissociation, mental health, response-based interviewing, couples counselling, and Custody & Access Evaluation writing.

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susanSusan Van Gasbeck MSW, RSW

Susan has worked in human services since 1974 and has supplemented her education through-out the years, graduating with a Masters in Social Work in 2008. I am a certified Life Skills Coach and have a diploma in Theraplay. I am a registered social worker with the British Columbia Association of Social Workers.

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jodi krahn photoJodi Krahn, MA Counselling
Therapist

Jodi Krahn holds a Master’s Degree in Counselling from Gonzaga University (WA) and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor.  Jodi has further training in Expressive Therapies, Theraplay, Attachment Parenting, Parent Coaching, and Family Systems Therapy as well Aboriginal Family Systems. 

 

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felicia website photoFelicia O'Gorman, MA Counselling
Therapist

Felicia has a Masters degree in Counselling from the University of Calgary, and is a Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. She has extensive training in trauma related interventions, as well as in attachment and parenting approaches.  

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News & Notes 

Stepping Stones Counselling Group presents Dr. Bruce Perry May 24 & 25th in Kelowna, BC. Click here more info! Please register early; this event will sell out. Last chance to register: MAY 16.

Contact Melanie for information on upcoming:
•Mindful Yoga classes
•Somatic Yoga Workshops
•Somatic Experiencing Information Sessions
Phone 250-808-7070 or email melsteppingstones [@] gmail.com

We are now accepting VISA, Mastercard, & Interac!


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