Meet Lorna

Education

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a licensed private practice in Kamloops, B.C., providing counselling services to youth, adults, couples, and families. I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria, as well as a Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Physical Education Degree from the University of British Columbia, specializing in Family and Nutritional Sciences.

Experience

For over 30 years, I have worked as an educator and counsellor, first as a high school teacher and later supporting youth and families with challenges including anxiety, panic disorder, trauma, social phobia, depression, suicidal ideation, substance use, grief, peer relations, bullying, self-esteem, sexuality, parent/teen conflict, severe behaviour problems, learning difficulties, and career or educational exploration.

My experience also includes working with individuals, couples, and families at the Family Counselling Centre of Interior Community Services in Kamloops, B.C. I have supported clients experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, post-partum depression, trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders, life transitions, parent/child relationship issues, co-parenting challenges, and marital or relationship concerns.

I believe that relationships are central to our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. In a supportive counselling environment, open and honest communication allows clients to explore both strengths and areas of hurt that may impact their well-being and relationships with themselves and others.

Along with my professional training and experience, my personal life as a spouse of over 30 years and a parent of two children further informs my counselling practice. These life experiences enhance my ability to support clients in building more fulfilling and meaningful relationships.