My name is Jineya. I am a Certified Clinical Counsellor registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), have a Masters in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria, and a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Calgary.

Trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)*See EMDR page for more details.

With over 17 years of work experience in the field of mental health, I have been a practicing clinical counsellor in Rossland and Castlegar for almost 7 years. I have advanced training in childhood trauma, critical incident traumatic events, PTSD, EMDR, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress management, identity development, burnout, compassion fatigue, grief and loss among other clinical issues. Since opening in 2017 I have expanded my practice to include supporting clients navigating our medical system with a particular focus on autoimmune diseases, hormone health, and chronic pain. As an immigrant female person of colour I am passionate about providing services to those living with multiple marginalizations and actively work to dismantle and repair systems of harm both in my professional and personal life. Currently, I work with adults of all kinds (18+), extensively with teachers, health care workers, Teck employees, college/university students, parents, and any individuals desiring change in their lives and relationships. Most recently my continued education includes psychedelic-assisted therapy, ADHD, and IFS although I do not have advanced certification in those areas.

A bit about me and my counselling style: I am a South African immigrant and grew up largely in Rossland, BC. I know what it’s like to work through painful feelings of disconnection within myself and those around me. I hold a deep belief that every person has what they need to work through issues, but sometimes we can lose access to these resources and forget how to tap into our unique intuitions and abilities due to societal conditioning and the (real or perceived) demands we place on ourselves. We also all need support sometimes. My hope is to bring people into a space where they feel supported to learn more about their current values, emotions, and beliefs, and assist them in creating a life that strongly reflects their goals and desires.

My Professional Life

Throughout my career, I have worked in various mental health settings throughout British Columbia. These include:

Through the Woods Wellness in Castlegar (2021-Present)
Madhu Wellness Collective in Rossland, BC (2017-Present)
HollyTree Wellness Centre in Castlegar, BC (2017-2021)
Counselling Services at Camosun College in Victoria, BC
Counselling Services at the Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society
Dispute Resolution Counselling in Vancouver
Recreational therapy at Sandringham Geriatric Tertiary Care Centre in Victoria
Helping individuals in short-term psychiatric care (Daly Pavilion)
Assisting the Drug and Addictions Day Treatment Program in Castlegar
Volunteer work at the Men's Trauma Centre as well as in Geriatric Tertiary Care at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria.

My clinical style stems from person-centred mindfulness & somatic based approaches, attachment theory, IFS, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy(CBT). I am also trained in EMDR therapy.

Clinical Issues I have worked with include: Trauma, PTSD, Burn out, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Addiction, Grief and Loss, Anger Management, Life transitions (school, work, relationships, moving), Conflict Resolution, Suicidal thoughts/suicidality, Chronic Illness Management, Confidence/Self-esteem, Existential concerns, Identity development, Stress management, Communication, Motivation/Procrastination, Career.

Credentials

EMDRIA Approved Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Basic and Advanced Training
Certified Clinical Counsellor registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
Bachelors in Psychology and Sociology (University of Calgary)
Masters Counselling Psychology (University of Victoria)

More About Me...

I spent my childhood and adolescence in Rossland dancing and performing. During that time I learned that the mind and body are strongly connected, and discovered that creativity and mindfulness play a key role in developing a strong sense of self, buffering against life’s natural stressors. Throughout my life I have used creative outlets such as music, writing, and dance to help navigate difficult moments that inevitably come along with being human. I also enjoy exploring different parts in the world in order to test my boundaries and push me out of my comfort zone. Travelling has taught me a lot about connection, communication, and universal truths.