About Verity

Hi, I’m Verity — Counsellor & Therapist in Kelowna, BC

I support teens, adults, and preteens through life’s complexities—from anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, OCD, and trauma, to gender identity, relationships, and self-discovery.

If you're looking for counselling in Kelowna, this is a safe, affirming space to explore what healing, change, or clarity might look like for you.

What I Offer

• Counselling for Anxiety & Depression

• Support for ADHD, Autism & OCD

• Gender Identity & LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy

• Help with Life Transitions, Relationships, & Identity

Therapy should work for you—not the other way around. I tailor sessions around your goals and strengths, drawing from approaches like:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

• Mindfulness & Solution-Focused Therapy

A Bit About Me

Originally from the UK, I began my career as a high school English and Drama teacher. After moving to Canada over a decade ago, I worked with neurodiverse kids and teens—eventually leading me to clinical social work.

• Master of Social Work (Clinical Focus)

• After several years working with Stepping Stones Counselling Group, I started my own private practice in 2022

• Experience with clients of all ages navigating mental health, grief, identity, and more

• Known for being warm, honest, and a little bit funny when it helps

Neurodiversity & LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy

I have extensive experience working with:

• Neurodivergent clients (ADHD, autism)

• Transgender, non-binary, and gender-questioning individuals

• Clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, or major changes

I believe therapy should adapt to how your brain works—not expect you to conform. My approach is collaborative, flexible, and deeply respectful.

Cultural Safety & Ongoing Learning

I work on the unceded territory of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and meet criteria for First Nations Health Authority counselling and direct billing. I’ve completed San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training and remain committed to continuous learning in this area.

My growth is ongoing—I have recently completed Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Treatment Specialist training and am currently undertaking Neurodiversity Specialist Training. I continue to learn about ways to integrate more mindfulness-based approaches into my work and plan to undertake Applied Specialization in Mindfulness Meditation Certification with University of Toronto.

Let’s Talk

Whether you’re in crisis, feeling stuck, or just need someone to talk to, therapy can offer meaningful support. You don’t have to go through it alone.

If you're searching for a counsellor in Kelowna for anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, autism, trauma, or gender identity support—I’d be glad to connect.