Trauma-Informed Mental Health Care In-Person in Kamloops
Looking for compassionate in-person counselling in Kamloops?
Alexa Tyler, Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW), provides therapy for children (ages 3+), teens, adults, couples, and families, online across Alberta, B.C, and Ontario, and in-person in Kamloops — in both English and French.
Whether you’re navigating depression, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting burnout, trauma recovery, or personal growth and development, Alexa provides expert, affirming support tailored to your needs.
Alexa Tyler, Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW), provides therapy for children (ages 3+), teens, adults, couples, and families, online across Alberta, B.C, and Ontario, and in-person in Kamloops — in both English and French.
Whether you’re navigating depression, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting burnout, trauma recovery, or personal growth and development, Alexa provides expert, affirming support tailored to your needs.
Mental Health Therapist in Kamloops
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Alexa brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, lived experience, and integrative approaches to her work. Her credentials and practice include:
With over a decade of experience, Alexa helps clients uncover meaning, heal from past wounds, and reconnect with a sense of empowerment. |
Not in Kamloops?
Our team of clinicians offers mental health counselling and assessments by video-call across Alberta, B.C., and Ontario. Explore our virtual therapy services or contact us for more information, or book online.
Kamloops In-Person Mental Health Counselling
✅ Children (Play Therapy, Anxiety, Behavioural Challenges, Emotional Regulation)
✅ Teens (Identity, Peer Conflict, Mood Challenges)
✅ Adults (Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, Spirituality)
✅ Couples (Communication, Reconnection, Conflict Resolution)
✅ Families (Parent-Child Struggles, Family Dynamics)
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in unhelpful patterns?
Whether you're navigating a child's big emotions, a teen’s identity challenges, relationship disconnection, or your own heavy mental load, Alexa offers grounded, expert care to help you heal, grow, and move forward. Alexa offers online and in-person counselling services in Kamloops, designed to support real people facing real-life stress — with warmth, clarity, and clinical skill.
Alexa often supports clients who are:
Alexa creates a space where you feel heard, seen, and respected. Her therapy is:
Therapies include CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Gestalt, Mindfulness, Indigenous Focusing-Oriented Therapy (IFOT), Somatic Therapy, and more.
✅ Teens (Identity, Peer Conflict, Mood Challenges)
✅ Adults (Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, Spirituality)
✅ Couples (Communication, Reconnection, Conflict Resolution)
✅ Families (Parent-Child Struggles, Family Dynamics)
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in unhelpful patterns?
Whether you're navigating a child's big emotions, a teen’s identity challenges, relationship disconnection, or your own heavy mental load, Alexa offers grounded, expert care to help you heal, grow, and move forward. Alexa offers online and in-person counselling services in Kamloops, designed to support real people facing real-life stress — with warmth, clarity, and clinical skill.
Alexa often supports clients who are:
- Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or family stress
- Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected
- Looking for a holistic, culturally affirming therapist who listens without judgment
Alexa creates a space where you feel heard, seen, and respected. Her therapy is:
- 🌱 Trauma-informed & anti-oppressive
- 💬 Client-centered & culturally sensitive
- 🧠 Evidence-informed & holistic
- 🧒 Creative & engaging for children and teens
Therapies include CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Gestalt, Mindfulness, Indigenous Focusing-Oriented Therapy (IFOT), Somatic Therapy, and more.
Bilingual Therapy in Kamloops — French & English
Alexa warmly welcomes Francophone individuals and families. Sessions are available in both French and English, with a deep understanding of cross-cultural experiences.
In-Person Kamloops Office Location
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In-person appointments are available on Thursdays, Fridays, and Sunday afternoons at:
175 3rd Ave Kamloops, BC, V2C3N3 Limited street parking is available, and additional parking can be found at 240 Seymour Street.
The office is in a secured location, please text upon arrival to be let in. |
We respectfully acknowledge that our in-person counselling services in Kamloops take place on the unceded ancestral lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, part of the Secwépemc Nation within Secwepemcúl’ecw — the traditional territory of the Secwépemc peoples.
We recognize the profound strength, knowledge, and resilience of Indigenous communities, and we are committed to walk in solidarity with Indigenous peoples by listening deeply, practicing cultural humility, and offering care that affirms Indigenous identity, values, and ways of knowing. We are passionate about providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care that supports intergenerational healing, sovereignty, and wellness.
We recognize the profound strength, knowledge, and resilience of Indigenous communities, and we are committed to walk in solidarity with Indigenous peoples by listening deeply, practicing cultural humility, and offering care that affirms Indigenous identity, values, and ways of knowing. We are passionate about providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care that supports intergenerational healing, sovereignty, and wellness.
What Is Play Therapy — And How Can It Help?
Children often struggle to put their thoughts and feelings into words — especially when they're anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating big transitions. That’s where Play Therapy comes in.
As a Certified Play Therapist, Alexa uses the language of play to help children express, explore, and make sense of what’s going on inside.
Through carefully guided sessions involving toys, art, stories, and imaginative play, Alexa creates a safe and structured environment where kids can:
If your child is acting out, shutting down, or struggling to cope, Play Therapy can help them feel seen, supported, and more in control. It’s especially effective for kids facing divorce, bullying, adoption, medical issues, neurodivergence, or family conflict. Alexa’s unique blend of clinical training and gentle, intuitive guidance ensures that your child receives the expert care they need — in a way that feels natural, safe, and even fun.
As a Certified Play Therapist, Alexa uses the language of play to help children express, explore, and make sense of what’s going on inside.
Through carefully guided sessions involving toys, art, stories, and imaginative play, Alexa creates a safe and structured environment where kids can:
- 🌪️ Work through anxiety, grief, or trauma
- 😞 Express anger, sadness, or confusion without judgment
- 🧠 Build emotional regulation and problem-solving skills
- 🤝 Strengthen relationships with caregivers and peers
If your child is acting out, shutting down, or struggling to cope, Play Therapy can help them feel seen, supported, and more in control. It’s especially effective for kids facing divorce, bullying, adoption, medical issues, neurodivergence, or family conflict. Alexa’s unique blend of clinical training and gentle, intuitive guidance ensures that your child receives the expert care they need — in a way that feels natural, safe, and even fun.
Walk & Talk Therapy in Kamloops
Sometimes the best conversations happen when we’re not sitting face to face — especially for people who feel anxious, stuck in their heads, or uncomfortable in traditional therapy settings. That’s why Alexa offers Walk & Talk Therapy in Kamloops: a unique, movement-based option that takes your session outdoors.
Ideal for teens and adults, Walk & Talk Therapy combines the benefits of physical movement with the healing power of nature. As you walk together through calm, scenic spaces, Alexa helps you:
If you're feeling emotionally bottled up, restless, or disconnected from your body, Walk & Talk Therapy offers a gentle way to reconnect with yourself — while still receiving expert, trauma-informed support. Alexa’s calm, attuned presence creates space for you to explore what’s weighing on you, while nature helps regulate your nervous system and shift stuck patterns.
Ideal for teens and adults, Walk & Talk Therapy combines the benefits of physical movement with the healing power of nature. As you walk together through calm, scenic spaces, Alexa helps you:
- 🌿 Reduce stress and mental fog
- 💬 Open up more easily about hard emotions
- 🧠 Improve mood and focus through movement
- 🌀 Work through anxiety, grief, or trauma in a grounded way
If you're feeling emotionally bottled up, restless, or disconnected from your body, Walk & Talk Therapy offers a gentle way to reconnect with yourself — while still receiving expert, trauma-informed support. Alexa’s calm, attuned presence creates space for you to explore what’s weighing on you, while nature helps regulate your nervous system and shift stuck patterns.
FAQs for In-Person Counselling in Kamloops
What are the rates for individual counselling sessions?
Alexa's rates for individual therapy whether online or in-person is $165 per session hour. The same rate applies for child, teen, or adult counselling, including play therapy and walk-and-talk therapy.
Rates may vary depending on fee schedules set by third-party direct-billing agencies (e.g. FNHA, NIHB, ICBC)
Rates may vary depending on fee schedules set by third-party direct-billing agencies (e.g. FNHA, NIHB, ICBC)
How much does couples or family therapy cost?
The rate for couples or family therapy with Alexa is $200 per session hour. The same rate applies for in person and online appointments.
Rates may vary depending on fee schedules set by third-party direct-billing agencies (e.g. FNHA, NIHB, ICBC)
Rates may vary depending on fee schedules set by third-party direct-billing agencies (e.g. FNHA, NIHB, ICBC)
What is Play Therapy & How does it help children?
Play therapy is a therapeutic approach specifically for children who may have difficulty expressing themselves verbally. Through play, children can process difficult emotions, reduce anxiety, and gain skills for emotional regulation. Alexa, as a Certified Play Therapist, uses play to support children in navigating challenges like grief, trauma, anxiety, bullying, behavioural issues, or family changes.
How long do therapy sessions last?
A general mental health assessment provides a professional overview of your emotional and psychological wellbeing. It’s helpful for people experiencing confusion, distress, or uncertainty about their mental health — whether you're seeking a formal diagnosis or simply want support, clarity, or direction. It can support treatment planning, self-awareness, referrals, or accommodation requests at work or school.
The assessment includes a clinical interview and a written summary that reflects your current challenges, strengths, and goals, with tailored recommendations for next steps — often a powerful starting point for healing and change.
The assessment includes a clinical interview and a written summary that reflects your current challenges, strengths, and goals, with tailored recommendations for next steps — often a powerful starting point for healing and change.
what funding or insurance is accepted for in-person services?
We accept the following payment options for in-person services in Kamloops:
- Credit Card, Debit Card or e-transfer
- Veteran's Affairs Canada (VAC)
- Other extended health insurance providers (e.g., Manulife, Canada Life, Greenshield)
- Indigenous Services Canada (including NIHB and FNHA)
- CVAP (Crime Victim Assistance Program)
- ICBC (for clients injured in motor vehicle accidents)
how do i know i need therapy?
Therapy sessions typically last 50 minutes. The last 10 minutes of the session hour is typically reserved for charting or completing notes. Longer sessions can be arranged as needed.
Can i see a therapist for concerns with my child or teen?
Absolutely! Alexa offers specialized therapy for children and teens, including play and art therapy, emotional regulation, identity challenges, family therapy, and more. If your child or teen is struggling with anxiety, anger, or life transitions, Alexa can provide them with a safe space to express themselves and work through their challenges.
Online Portal for Clients
Once we are working together, please use the Owl Practice Client Portal to
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Get in touch
> Email: [email protected]
> Alberta (call, text): (587) 557 - 8573
> B.C. (call, text): (250) 252 - 5221
> Ontario (call): (289) 622 - 6727
> Fax: 1-866-620-9314
> Alberta (call, text): (587) 557 - 8573
> B.C. (call, text): (250) 252 - 5221
> Ontario (call): (289) 622 - 6727
> Fax: 1-866-620-9314
If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, please call or text the Suicide Crisis Helpline at 9-8-8. If someone's safety is at risk call 9-1-1, or visit your nearest hospital emergency room.
