“We may not be responsible for the world that created our minds, but we can take responsibility for the mind with which we create our world.”
— Dr. Gabor Maté
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MEET HOPE
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Vernon, BC. I have extensive experience assisting teens, adults of all ages, and parents (especially moms!) in both educational and mental health environments. My collaborative and holistic approach to counselling is rooted in strong relationships with my clients.
Reaching out can be tough, and a bit of fear is common when considering counselling. You are stronger and braver than you realize. We all need a little extra support at times. If you are wanting to create positive change in your life, I am here for you.
** PLEASE NOTE: Hope is not accepting new clients at this time.
Click the button below to get in touch for your free consultation.
WE ALL NEED A SAFE SPACE
I understand how exhausting and disruptive anxiety can be, especially while attempting to balance the many things we have on our plate. You do not need to feel stuck in this place.
There is always hope.
ANXIETY IS TREATABLE
Together we will explore your feelings, beliefs, and experiences. We have the power to change our thoughts, and when we do that, we can change our relationship with ourselves and the world around us. It is never too late to retrain and rewire our brains. From there, you will learn to notice patterns in your life that may be holding you back from the joy and health you are seeking. Through coping strategies and other tools and strategies, let’s create space to compassionately care for YOU.
Sessions are personal and confidential between us and are held in a safe, inclusive, and LGBTQ+ friendly space.
WE CAN HELP WITH…
If anxiety is something you are struggling with, let us help you create a safe space where you can breathe a little easier!
If you think you are experiencing feelings of depression, know that you are not alone. It is important to seek mental health support!
COMMUNICATION + HEALTHY BOUNDARIES
By creating a space where your feelings and needs matter, you establish better communication and healthy relationships.
Therapy empowers you to uncover the layers of your insecurities, gain clarity on your strengths, and build a healthy relationship with yourself.
The challenge lies in recognizing when your actions stem from a desire to please others rather than considering your own needs.
We are each on our own journey. Sometimes we need support to help us reach our highest potential.
Navigating relationships can be complicated. Let us support you on the journey towards healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Therapy reassures you that feeling the full range of emotions is normal, providing tools to manage them in a way that feels in alignment with you.
Life Transitions can be very stressful. Change can feel scary! We can help you move forward in a positive, empowering way.
Seeking support is not just about managing stress, but also creating a space for personal growth and a more fulfilling life.
Prioritizing your well-being not only benefits you, but also allows you to support your family and be the parent you truly want to be!
Trauma can be stored in the body. Therapy is an effective tool to release the trauma and heal your mind-body-soul.
Therapy helps you explore and understand the roots of perfectionism, recognizing that imperfections are not signs of weakness, but aspects to be embraced.
Establishing healthy boundaries, prioritizing rest, and developing recovery strategies are important, and therapy can provide guidance and support on the journey toward renewed balance.
HOW IS HOPE BLOOMS UNIQUE?
WE WANT TO SEE YOU THRIVE
The weight you carry with your struggles does not need to limit your ability to live the life you want to. Through our therapy sessions, I want to see you live into your regulated, connected, true self. It may feel like you have been holding onto things for too long. It is time to let go!
THERE IS ALWAYS HOPE FOR HEALING AND GROWTH
I believe there is hope for every person. You are not defined by your challenges or your past trauma. I will help you develop techniques that will lead to growth and flourishing.
WE SEE YOU, BELIEVE YOU AND HEAR YOU
I will listen to you so I can understand all that makes you uniquely you. I am a safe space for you to explore, learn, grow, and heal. You do not have to walk this journey alone. Together we can get through whatever is weighing on you. I'm here to help you feel lighter, brighter, and more aligned with your true self.
Frequently Asked Questions
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You have the choice of four different therapy options: in-person, walk and talk, phone or video sessions. Hope provides in-person counselling and walk and talks in Vernon and virtual counselling across all of BC.
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No problem! Hope is flexible with her availability and offers appointments during the day, evenings, and weekends (Sundays too upon request). We recommend that you book your preferred appointment dates online to ensure availability as evening and weekend appointments fill up fast.
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Hope works with individuals: teens and adults of all ages.
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Hope is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). BC Medical does not currently cover Registered Clinical counsellors (RCC), but if you have extended health benefits, they may cover all or a portion of the fee. RCC’s are recognized by most major insurance providers, including Canada Life, Pacific Blue Cross, Great West Life, Green Shield, and Sunlife. It is important to check with your healthcare provider to make sure. After each session, Hope will provide you with a receipt that you can submit to your provider for reimbursement.
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Yes! Hope offers online/tele-health counselling for teens and adults of all ages. In these online counselling sessions (phone or video), clients enjoy being in the comfort of their own home, sitting in their car, or while they are out for a walk.
If you choose virtual counselling services, once you have gone through the booking process and selected your appointment time, you will receive an email with the link to our secure and private online platform. The Jane app is fully compliant with Canadian privacy regulations. Online sessions are completely private and any audio, video, and chat communications will not be recorded. All information is encrypted and none of the data is ever stored. Online counselling sessions work best while using a computer or laptop that supports Chrome or Firefox. If you will be using an iOS device (iPad, iPhone) you will need to download the Jane Online Appointment App from the apple store.
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Hope recommends booking regular weekly or biweekly sessions until the issues/struggles you are experiencing begin to ease up, and then greater length between sessions can be scheduled until you feel you have accomplished your therapy goals. Consistency is important to build the therapeutic relationship and for your personal growth. Hope would be happy to discuss scheduling options with you further for your personal needs.
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Counselling offers many benefits, including a new perspective from someone who is not involved in your everyday life. Counselling can support your personal growth, provide helpful tools with navigating relationships and family, and the matters of your daily life. Together, we can explore your personal goals and values, find ways to manage anxiety and stress, and cope with other emotional pressures you experience. Our counselling sessions are not limited to any one area, but are open to explore what YOU want to in order to improve your mental wellness.
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You are not alone in this feeling. Counselling can be a new and vulnerable experience for people, and being nervous about sharing personal information and your innermost thoughts and feelings with others is completely normal. It is courageous to reach out for help. You are so brave to realize you need support. Hope Blooms Counselling is a safe space where you can share your nervous or fearful feelings without being judged. If you would like to talk about this further during a free phone consultation, Hope would be happy to.
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If you do not feel ready to share something vulnerable in your life, you do not have to share. Hope will never push you to share things you are not ready to share with her. We will explore the hard things when YOU are ready to share. If you are nervous to talk about something with Hope, that can be discussed as well. Please feel free to bring all that you are experiencing and wanting to talk about to each session.
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To book with Hope, it is $155 + GST per 50 minute session.
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To cancel an appointment, please let Hope know 48 hours before your scheduled appointment time. You can cancel online or you can contact Hope directly (email or text). If you are cancelling your appointment with less than 48 hours notice, you will be charged half of the session fee. If you fail to notify Hope with less than 24 hours notice, or do not show up for your appointment, you will be charged the full session fee.
If you need to change to a virtual appointment (even at the last minute) there will be no additional charge!
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Some people seek counselling when they are struggling with big life transitions, or experiencing a lot of change in their lives. Others may seek support in response to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, struggles with self-esteem or self-worth, relationship hardship, identity struggles, feeling overwhelmed or just needing a safe space to talk with someone. Some people will come to Counselling with a goal or something they would like to work on in their counselling sessions and others may reach out for help knowing they need support but not knowing what they need support with. When you meet with Hope, you will always be met with a non-judgemental, compassionate space where you will be heard, seen and understood.
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That is okay! If you are unable or not ready to seek counselling at this time, but are interested in learning more about topics related to mental health and personal growth, check out our resource page for affordable services that can be accessed by all people. There are also podcasts, books and other helpful tools to check out as well!
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If you need immediate help or are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact the Canada Suicide Crisis Helpline at 9-8-8 or visit your nearest emergency room.
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Counselling can offer many benefits, including but not limited to:
Learning new ways to improve your relationships (both with yourself and others).
Gaining new tools for coping with anxiety, stress, depression, and other emotional challenges you may experience.
Discovering problem-solving skills that work for YOU.
Recognizing your values, self-worth, and your personal goals in life.
Gaining a better understanding of who you are and what lights you up.
Improving communication skills.
Reflecting on and learning from unresolved childhood experiences.
Replacing negative thoughts and behaviours with positive ones.
Empowerment and self-confidence.
Feeling heard, seen, understood and valued.
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Hope uses a collaborative approach to therapy, incorporating different evidence-based therapy models and modalities depending on the client’s needs. The therapeutic relationship between the client and counsellor is recognized as a crucial part to the success of the therapy experience. Hope believes in working together to accomplish your therapy goals, so honest and open communication throughout the sessions will help you achieve the goals you desire. You can click here to see some therapy modalities Hope utilizes. She would be happy to discuss further with you what you are looking for in your counselling sessions.
HOME OFFICE
Vernon, BC
30 DAYS TO A CLOSER CONNECTION WITH YOUR TEEN
30 Days to A Closer Connection with your Teen is a 4 week online, self-paced workshop that helps parents better understand and support their teens through the challenges of adolescence. Hope’s strategies and tools will help parents strengthen their relationships with their teens, so communication and bonds between parents-teens are stronger than ever!
VALUES
CONNECTION
Having meaningful connection and collaboration in relationships is vital to growth and. I will collaborate, and walk with you, in a warm, compassionate and safe environment. I provide a non-judgemental, confidential, and inclusive space for you to explore whatever it is that is weighing on you.
EMPOWERMENT
I believe in helping each other rise with encouragement, inspiration, and optimism. I will champion you in pursuit of the healthy, happy lifestyle you want to achieve. I hear you, see you, and believe in you! We will celebrate all the big and small wins along the way!
TRUST
The ultimate goal is coming to a place where you can trust and be true to yourself. We will build trust in our relationship, as well as trust in self. Throughout this journey, you will notice growth in your emotional, mental, physical, and/or spiritual health. At the end of the day, you want to feel a sense of inner peace and calm with how you were showing up for yourself and for others.
SHAME DIES WHEN STORIES ARE TOLD IN SAFE SPACES
— BRENE BROWN