Hi, I’m Jen, and I’m excited to be part of the team at IBSI. I have many years of experience in the human services and social services fields, and am honoured to be part of someone’s experience through counselling. I know that asking for help can be complicated and sometimes scary, and having support to navigate stressful life circumstances can make a big difference.

I am a person-centred, inclusive practitioner, and use a variety of modalities including narrative therapy, solution focused brief therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and existential therapy. My approaches will be tailored to meet your needs, focusing on your goals, values, and beliefs.

I look forward to making connections and being part of your growth and healing.

Hi, I’m Jen, and I’m excited to be part of the team at IBSI. I have many years of experience in t... Read More

I am a Registered Social Worker with many years of life experience and 4 years of working in the mental health field. What I love about therapeutic relationships is the learning that takes place in the room. We are all travelers on the road of life, and sometimes we find ourselves at an unexpected detour. These detours can disrupt our sense of self and wellbeing. Having the courage to ask for someone to walk alongside you on these detours takes great strength. I would be honoured to meet you where you are and support you as you build skills to help you find renewed wellbeing.

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Francine Douglas, Master Level Intern

I am Stó:lō from Sts’ailes Nation and Tsimshian from Metlakatla Nation. My counselling is rooted in the teachings of land, story, and relationship.

I support clients carrying trauma, stress, emotional pain, or coping patterns that no longer serve them, helping them return to safety and resilience. My work integrates somatic and polyvagal-informed practices, along with narrative and relational-cultural approaches, within a trauma-informed, client-centered relationship.

I am also involved with Sacred Circle Wellness, supporting healthcare grounded in Indigenous knowledge. I hold a BA from UBC and am completing a MA in Counselling Psychology from City University.

Francine Douglas, Master Level Intern I am Stó:lō from Sts’ailes Nation and Tsimshian from Metla... Read More

Come as you are. I’ll meet you there.

After 20 years in healthcare—including several as a paramedic—I found my way to counselling. My own lived experience of ADHD and autism, along with parenting neurodivergent children, shapes the way I work and helps me show up with authenticity, compassion, curiosity, and humour.

I especially enjoy working with tweens, teens, and young adults who are navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burnout, grief, identity, relationships, and the pressure of trying to fit themselves into spaces that don’t always fit them. I also welcome LGBTQ2S+ clients and neurodivergent adults.

My approach is neuroaffirming, trauma-informed, collaborative, and practical. I draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, somatic, mindfulness-based, narrative, attachment, and relational approaches depending on what feels most useful for you.

Therapy doesn’t require sitting perfectly still, making eye contact, or knowing exactly what to say. Laugh, swear, stim, fidget, make art, bring a comfort item, or take your time finding the words.

You don’t have to perform or mask here.

Come as you are. I’ll meet you there. After 20 years in healthcare—including several as a parame... Read More

Hey there, my name is Stephen! I am a pre-registered counsellor here at Inner Balance. I have experience working with youth, young adults, children, LGBTQIA2s+ community, Indigenous people and people with disabilities. My services are welcoming, trauma informed and culturally safe. My approach to counselling centres from my belief that therapy is most effective through connection. I believe that people are the experts in their own lives, and I aim to meet you where you are at when you come into the therapy space. Whatever is going on for you, I hope to offer a safe space for you to feel heard & supported through life’s ups and downs.

Hey there, my name is Stephen! I am a pre-registered counsellor here at Inner Balance. I have ex... Read More

Life can feel heavy. At times, we may feel stuck in patterns or experiences that feel overwhelming to carry alone. Let me offer you a space to breathe, explore, play, laugh, cry, and continue healing.

I support children (3+), youth, and adults in areas such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, grief, chronic pain, and life transitions. I also have experience supporting Indigenous peoples and neurodivergent individuals.

A meaningful aspect of my practice is supporting adoptees. Adoption is a traumatic experience, and as an international adoptee, I help clients explore their origins, (multicultural) identity, and (birth/adoptive) family relationships.

I take a person-centred, integrative approach, using evidence-based modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Synergetic Play Therapy, CBT/ACT, and Narrative Therapy. For trauma processing, I offer EMDR and Observational Experiential Integration (OEI).

You are welcome here, just as you are!

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I believe that life can be difficult, and sometimes we need a safe place to slow down, be heard, and make sense of what we are experiencing. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult emotions, insomnia, relationships, or simply feeling stuck, I believe there is hope for growth and change. My role is to walk alongside you, without judgment, as we explore what is happening and what you need. I am passionate about helping people understand themselves more deeply, recognize their strengths, and develop practical tools for navigating life’s challenges.

My counselling style is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I see you as the expert on your own life, and I see our work together as a partnership. I want to create a space where you can be honest about what you are experiencing and feel accepted for who you are. Together, we can explore patterns that may no longer be serving you, build skills to manage difficult thoughts and emotions, and work toward a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with what matters to you. I also recognize that faith and spirituality can be an important part of a person’s identity, values, relationships, and healing journey. I am comfortable making space for these aspects of your life and exploring how they can be a source of meaning, strength, hope, and connection.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with people from many different backgrounds and supporting individuals, families, and groups. My experience has taught me that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to counselling. I tailor our work to you, your experiences, your strengths, and the goals you hope to achieve. I use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach and draw from therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).

I am a Registered Social Worker in British Columbia and I have extensive clinical experience in counselling, community mental health, crisis intervention, mental health and substance use services, leadership, education, system navigation and program development.

Wherever you are in your journey, you don’t have to walk it alone.

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“I like to use a collaborative approach to counselling, where you are in control of where counselling takes you.

Being solution focused means that we will look to find the path towards the goals you set.”

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I am Tammy Pope, a registered Social Worker (RSW) and counsellor. I have a great deal of life experience and education. I feel honored to support people during challenging times in their lives. Navigating life can be stressful. I value the therapeutic relationship and seek to help empower clients. I have been described as approachable and relatable. I have supported youth, adults, and seniors, and I have experience with grief and loss, anxiety, and depression. I am an inclusive practitioner. I work from a person-centered lens, anti-oppressive practice, and evidence-based practice. I am a member of the British Columbia College of Social Workers (BCCSW) and the British Columbia Social Workers Association (BCASW).

I am Tammy Pope, a registered Social Worker (RSW) and counsellor. I have a great deal of life exp... Read More

Hello and Welcome! Navigating the decision to start therapy can feel daunting. So, finding the right therapist who resonates with your needs is pivotal in your therapeutic journey. Life presents us with a multitude of challenges, stemming from both internal struggles and external circumstances. Within each challenge lies an opportunity for profound growth and understanding. As your therapist, my goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment to empower you to face these challenges, promote mental and emotional wellness, and build healthier relationships. My approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, integrating elements of different therapeutic modalities such as CBT, narrative therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and ACT, empowering you to develop healthier coping strategies and enhance self-awareness. I offer services in English, & am also proficient in conversational Farsi. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, navigating a major life transition, or seeking greater fulfillment and meaning, I am here to support you every step of the way. I look forward to working together.

Hello and Welcome! Navigating the decision to start therapy can feel daunting. So, finding the ri... Read More

Shirley is a graduate student at Trinity Western University, pursuing a master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy. She brings extensive experience supporting children and their families as they navigate challenges and address attachment needs. Shirley is dedicated to working with parents, equipping and empowering them to foster strong connections with their children, and with each other.  Shirley adopts a systemic approach to understanding family dynamics and recognizes the importance of how these relationships influence present circumstances. She is passionate about empowering individuals to grow in confidence and strengthen their relationships and brings a genuine care and listening heart into the room with each client. Shirley respects that each person is the expert of their own life and considers it a privilege to be part of their journey. Fundamentally, I view counselling as the work of personal growth, accelerating our ability to find and sustain joy, connection, and meaning in our lives.

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Justin is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, having obtained his master’s degree in counselling psychology in 2021. He uses a person centered approach and view counselling from a trauma informed lens. He specializes in assisting clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, anger and many other mental health challenges. Justin is well trained in multiple counselling modalities in order to use skills and interventions that will best support the client’s needs.

Justin is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, having obtained his master’s degree in counselling psy... Read More