Hi! I’m Rachel (or Rae). I am completing my Master of Counselling Psychology and currently offering sessions as a practicum student with Jolene Dawn Counselling and Consulting. Based in Vancouver, BC, I provide virtual counselling across the province at reduced rates from May 2026 through December 2026.

My path to counselling has been anything but linear and that’s a part of why I value flexibility, curiosity, and compassion in the therapy space. I first fell in love with psychology back in 2008, realizing only after graduation that I had majored in the field because I could not stop taking psychology electives. Soon after, I ended up going in a completely different direction and became a Chartered Professional Accountant, and have been working as a chief financial officer and financial consultant for the past decade. Many individuals find themselves stuck in cycles of perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and burnout, especially when either financial or career pressures weigh heavily. I work collaboratively to unpack these patterns and have an approach that encourages both balance and growth. I also have personal experience with post-concussion syndrome, allowing for a unique perspective for individuals who are struggling with persistent frustrating symptoms, understanding them from a nuanced level of familiarity.

My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgemental space for exploration and meaningful change. I aim to provide holistic and complete care through techniques from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, while integrating mindfulness and meditative based approaches.

I am especially drawn to supporting individuals navigating family dynamics, parenting challenges, the invisible load, grief, anxiety, fertility struggles, and significant life changes and challenges. My goal is to help you reconnect with you own strengths, and rebuild confidence, and find clarity in all aspects of your business or life.

If you’re looking for a counsellor who values depth, authenticity, and personal growth, I would be honoured to support you on your journey towards healing and meaningful change.

Rae (she/her)

Email: rachel@jolenedawn.com

IG: @therapybyrae

Website: therapybyrae.com

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Hi! I’m Chelsey, while completing my Master of Counselling Psychology degree as a practicum student, my therapeutic approach focuses on warmth, intuition, and genuine empathy. Utilizing techniques such as psychodynamic therapy, ACT, CBT, and mindfulness-based talk therapy, my goal is to help clients navigate life and their internal world, with better understanding and compassion for themselves. I believe deeply that we do not need to change who we are to heal; we just need support.

My own personal healing journey inspired a passion for supporting individuals living with trauma, PTSD, and mood-disorder-related challenges that impact daily functioning. Understanding feelings of past trauma, burdens of guilt or shame, or beliefs that we are “too much” or “not enough” are key to my practice. I strive to offer a space where those emotions can be understood, held with compassion, and no longer carried alone.

I chose counselling because I believe in the capacity of every person to heal and move toward their full potential. I am continually inspired by the courage clients bring into the room, and I truly look forward to working on your journey together.

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Jolene is a Master’s Level, Registered Social Worker (#09027) with the BC College of Social Workers, Alberta College of Social Workers (#16988) and an active member of the BCASW. She has been practicing since 2006.

Jolene has a Bachelor’s Degree of Social Work from Thompson Rivers University and a Master’s Degree of Social Work from Dalhousie University. She came to us from Mental Health and Substance Use services where she had over 12 years of experience working with complex concurrent psychiatric and substance use conditions. She specializes in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and OEI (Observed and Experiential Observation) trauma treatments, Motivational Interviewing which is effective in assisting those with substance use struggles, or those contemplating any changes in their lives. She also has experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Bio-psycho-social-spiritual models, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy approaches. Jolene is also trained in Usui Holy Fire Reiki – Levels I, II & III (Masters) and uses this energy to holistically enhance the healing process and transformations that occur during the therapy process. These modalities combined make for a very effective, efficient and transformative journey.

Jolene sees individuals of all ages in her practice. Some areas of special interest are grief/loss, suicide, relationship traumas, divorce, postpartum adjustment and birth trauma, 2SLGBTQIA+, men’s health, Indigenous populations and intergenerational trauma, as well as, performance enhancing treatments for athletes, students, professionals, workplaces, etc. Jolene has also created group workshops that are run at various times of the year which are great ways to begin your journey and to start working with her if you are awaiting a spot on her waitlist.

Jolene was born and raised in Kamloops, BC. She appreciates the connectedness of this community, as well as the beauty of the land surrounding us. From forests to rivers and mountains to lakes, Jolene has always appreciated the opportunities the Tk’emlúps territory offers for pleasure, exploration, healing and growth. Jolene is grateful to be a part of the healing community here in Kamloops, feeling as though this process has come full circle in her own journey of healing.

Having lost her father to suicide at the age of 17, Jolene brings with her an integrated understanding of the complexities that grief can hold within someone. This, complemented with years of education and clinical experience, allows Jolene to draw upon a vast set of skills when personalizing treatment approaches and providing therapeutic healing interventions. As a social worker, she is also acutely aware of the larger systemic and structural barriers that can negatively influence a person’s well-being and will work holistically to address the impacts of these in ones’ healing journey. Jolene believes strongly that people truly know what is best for themselves and is privileged to walk alongside them in their journeys of reaching their full potential.

Jolene is a warm, charismatic and playful person. Humor has always held a healing and joyful place in her life. When Jolene is not working, she is enjoying her time with her son, and twin girls, along with her feline and canine companions. Her childhood career and passion was dancing, which taught her how to weave the intricacies of creative freedom and discipline. Jolene has always carried a love for the outdoors, camping and adventure. She had a love/hate relationship with reading throughout the demands of her educational pursuits but has now made room for reading pleasures–Non fiction being her choice content obviously. Her adulthood passions have evolved to all things motherhood, soul care, staying curious, creating delicious food in the kitchen (that’s a love language in itself) and embracing learning as a lifelong process.

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Hi! I’m Mckinley. I am currently a practicum student at Jolene Dawn Counselling and Consulting while I complete my Master’s of Counselling Psychology degree. I will be offering both in-person and virtual (for residents of British Columbia) counselling sessions at reduced rates from May 2026 to December 2026. My goal is to support adults and emerging adults who are facing relational and attachment difficulties, undergoing life transitions, feel stuck in unfulfilling patterns, and want to live an authentic life. Whether you are living with anxiety that feels out of your control, or you feel your history is catching up to you, you are worthy, and I am here for you.

From the moment I recognized my own consciousness, I have possessed an undeniable passion for helping people thrive and heal. Through my own healing journey and witnessing the lives of those around me, I have come to recognize how quickly the weight of our lives can become too heavy to carry alone. I will meet you where you are and walk alongside you in your journey to cultivating the life you have always wanted for yourself. Whether what you desire is help with a specific struggle or to develop a deep understanding of who you are, who you want to be, and lead an authentic, value-driven life, I will meet you with empathy and support.

Much of our lives are spent meeting the needs and expectations of our families, our culture and our partners. But our care for others becomes limited when we do not apply our compassion and care to ourselves. Before beginning my counselling training, I completed a BSc with a major in psychology and a minor in Biology at the University of British Columbia. Since then, I have been privileged to work as a community support worker, where I work with incredible individuals with various intellectual and developmental disabilities. This occupation has redefined happiness for me. It taught me that happiness and contentment are not as distant and unachievable as they may seem, but instead, it is our perspective of ourselves and the world that holds us back. By connecting to our authentic selves, we can foster a life that feels designed for us, and gratitude feeds a joy that is encompassed with pride.

My therapeutic lens operates from a position of empathy, openness, and individualized approaches. I provide an integrative, client-centred approach by drawing from Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Theory, Narrative Therapy (NT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman’s Therapy. My approach is determined by the unique individual sitting with me, where your experiences and my intuition foster a healing environment that is tailored to what you need.

Witnessing an individual find and connect with themselves with self-compassion and alignment with their values is the greatest privilege. I honour you, I accept you, I care for you, and I would be delighted to meet you. Email me at Mckinley@jolenedawn.com to set up an appointment.

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Hi there, I’m Phoebe. I am currently offering virtual counselling sessions as part of my Master of Counselling Psychology degree, and I am so glad you’re here!

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and reflective. I strive to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and heard as I believe therapy works best when it centres around your experiences, pace, and what feels most meaningful to you. I draw from approaches such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Before entering the counselling field, I spent time working in fraud investigations and talent acquisition in tech. While these roles are quite different from what I do today, they deepened my understanding of the stress, pressures, and uncertainty that can come with navigating life changes while feeling pulled toward another path. My own experience as a therapy client also showed me how impactful it can be to have a space to slow down and explore values and personal narratives with someone who is present and nonjudgmental; this has greatly shaped how I want to show up for you.

I am particularly drawn to supporting individuals navigating life transitions, career changes, burnout and relational challenges. I also welcome those exploring the complexities of living between cultures or holding multicultural identities. Wherever you are in your journey, I am here to offer support and a space to explore with you.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading fantasy/thriller fiction while cuddling with my bearded dragon, Bubbles! I also love puzzles and often spend time with my husband playing board games or visiting escape rooms. A fun fact about me is that I am a digital illustrator and newbie tattoo artist. I love being able to create and scribble. Email me at phoebe@jolenedawn.com to set up an appointment.

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