Counseling Assistance Fund*

Our Counseling Assistance Fund has subsidizes financially restricted individuals,couples and families who need help. Those who meet the financial criteria and are unable to access free counseling available through Mental Health can access from $35-$50/hour towards counseling, to a maximum of 10 hours. ADULT COUNSELING apply here.

YOUTH counseling, up to the age of 18 provides for 6 free counseling sessions supported by

 and WCSS. Fill out the application form and contact Davin or Claire  APPLY HERE

Adult applications are available at the WCSS office. WCSS provides a list to the client of qualified counselors/ psychologists (who must be registered) that participate in the program. Participating counselors reduce their rates for WCSS clients so they pay anywhere from $25 to $55/hour.

Contact Claire at 604-902-0670 or claire@mywcss.org or Davin at 604-938-3902 or davin@mywcss.org to apply.

*This program is 100% funded by the WCSS Re-Use-It Centre.

Select your Counselor by clicking on their name. Please print form, fill out and bring to WCSS office in Spruce Grove, or fax to 604-932-0599.

THANK YOU TO WHISTLER OUTDOOR VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION (WOVA) FOR THIER DONATION OF $825 TO THE PROGRAM IN 2009.

 
Greg McDonnell - Contact Form
www.mcdonnellcounselling.ca

   My work as a therapist is based on a collaborative approach with clients who seek answers to the questions they face. My goal is to help you on your journey toward finding those answers. For you, this process will involve a reduction in stress and an increase in coping skills. I am particularly interested in our assumptions, beliefs and reactions to events in our lives with an aim of unpacking emotions and behaviors associated.
 

Nancy Routley - Contact Form
www.routleycounselling.com 

     Areas of specialization: Individuals, Relationships, Couples & Families, Anxiety & Depression, Grief, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Abuse in relationships, Anger management

I believe in letting my clients pace the sessions, yet I am direct and push when I feel a client is ready. I work with the past only when I think it is beneficial to help connect clients with the present, again when they are ready at their pace. I don't dive into trauma; rather I work with it lightly, connecting clients to their strengths while they are processing their pain. My personal style is direct and honest and respectful.

Sheila Sherkat - sheilasherkat@yahoo.com

Areas of specialization: Relationships, Individuals & Couples, Child & Youth Emotional difficulties (depression, anxiety), Eating disorders, Abusive relationships, also uses art therapy techniques- allows client to gain insight through various artistic mediums

Marlise Witschi - www.internalfreedom.com

   Areas of specialization: Substance abuse, Stress management, Eating disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Self esteem, Chronic pain, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Trauma, Abuse, Speaks German and French

Brenda Montani - www.improving-relationships.com

  Professional Qualifications

I have been a registered clinical counselor, with a masters degree in counseling for the past twenty-eight years. It has been my great privilege to help couples and individuals on their journey to wellness and happiness. I have also devoted years to working with high-risk teenagers. I care deeply that they and their parents are able to establish a relationship that communicates love and maintains healthy, supportive boundaries.

PERSONAL

My personal mission is to humbly serve God by helping others find the mental wellness and love that, we all, as humans, desire. As a wife and mother of two grown daughters I understand the energy and commitment required for healthy relationships as well as for maintaining personal wellness. I reside in Whistler, BC. with my husband of thirty-five+ years. Together we have worked hard to meet the challenges that marriage presents. Our life includes a love of the outdoors and a strong desire to make life an adventure.

Stephen Milstein - registered psychologist #765

Specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Abuse, Relationship Issues, Living Skills.

Laurie Kelly  lauriekelly1@hotmail.com

I provide counseling and therapy services to individuals aged 18 and over who are experiencing emotional or mental health issues or problems in living. All of us, along a continuum, experience obstacles and challenges on our life journey.  I am passionate about promoting counseling and therapy as a normal and responsible act of self-care.  As we increase our awareness of who we are, we become free to behave more compassionately and responsibly towards ourselves and others.

Some people have experienced trauma as a result of recent past events and helping people resolve trauma is an area of special interest.  I am interested in helping people heal as gently and as quickly as possible.

In addition to my private counseling practice, I work as a mental health and addictions therapist for Vancouver Coastal Health in Whistler.  Hiking, yoga, arts and cultural events and spending time with friends help to bring balance to my life.  I also place a high value on ever-expanding my own self-awareness, growth and development.

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