Alexandra Vergara is a Psychology Major graduate from Simon Fraser University. She has experience working with and supporting youth. She was involved with the Vancouver School Board in a partnership program with the Vancouver Police Department as an immigrant Youth Programmer. She has also provided support and services for adults and seniors in her professional career through organizations such as Vancouver Coastal Health and Richmond Kinsmen Adult Day Center.

Alexandra Vergara is a Psychology Major graduate from Simon Fraser University. She has experience... Read More

Kelly is a clinical counsellor with over 13 years of experience working in the social services field with children, youth and young adults within outreach, community, school, and clinical settings. She is an energetic and engaged therapist who has a strong passion for supporting young people in improving their mental health.

Kelly has worked with a wide scope of clients, ranging in ages from 5 to 24 years old, who present with various mental health concerns from anxiety and depression to disordered eating, substance misuse, trauma, and identity exploration. She is also experienced in providing parent and school consultations and supporting individuals identifying as LGBTQ+. Kelly recognizes that some individuals may be nervous about engaging in counselling, ambivalent about change, or already have had a previous negative counselling experience. As such, Kelly ensures to focus first on developing a strong therapeutic alliance, developing the relationship while also encouraging and empowering young people to make positive changes

Kelly is a clinical counsellor with over 13 years of experience working in the social services fi... Read More