About Bloom Wellness - Joanne Kovanchak, RCC (she/her)
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I am grateful to be working as a Registered Clinical Counsellor in the community of Hope, BC, in the beautiful Fraser Valley. I would like to acknowledge that I live, work and learn on the traditional ancestral and unceded shared territory of the Cheam, Sts’ailes, Sq’éwlets, Seabird Island people and Chawathil people of the Tiyt Tribe.
My approach is grounded in warmth, empathy, and respect, focusing on your unique strengths to help you navigate both past and present challenges. I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment, honoring all aspects of your identity, including race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and religious affiliation. Creating a safe and compassionate space for you is my top priority. I am passionate about walking alongside individuals on their personal journeys.
With a diverse background spanning over 35 years, I bring a unique perspective to my practice. I began my career in health care as a dietitian, pregnancy outreach health care professional, childbirth educator, and parenting class instructor. I then transitioned into education, specializing in alternative and inclusive approaches, before spending the last 15 years as a school counsellor working with children and youth.
The flower that blooms in adversity is the most beautiful of all.
Adapted from Walt Disney
Unlock Your Potential with Bloom Wellness Counselling
My treatment approach
My approach is rooted in cultural sensitivity, trauma-informed care, empathy, compassion, and collaboration. I prioritize a client-centered approach, incorporating interventions from various therapeutic modalities. I tailor my approach through thoughtful discussions with you to ensure it aligns with your unique needs and goals.
Modalities
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Neuroscience and Satir in the Sand Tray (NSST), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused, Strength and Mindfulness based approaches
Trauma CounselLing
Trauma counselling services can help you overcome the effects of traumatic events using evidence-based techniques to help you heal from the psychological impact of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Providing a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences and develop strategies to move forward.
Areas of practice
Adult counselling, Anger, Anxiety, Career & Education, Children and Youth (5 to 19 years), Depression, Nutrition and Eating Issues, Family conflict, Goal-Setting, Grief & Loss, Learning Disabilities , Parenting, Peri/Post Natal Concerns, Neurodiverse including ADHD and Autism, Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress, Substance Use, Teen/Adolescent Counselling (13-19 years), Trauma
Nutrition & well-being
Nutrition is a fundamental part of a healthy lifestyle. With 12 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian in public health, pregnancy outreach, diabetes management, hospitals, long-term care facilities, home care, and have a deep understanding of how nutrition impacts overall health and well-being.
Credentials
Registered Clinical Counsellor; Masters of Education Leadership and Counselling; Bachelor of Education – Science; Bachelor of Human Ecology – Human Nutritional Sciences; Previous Registered Dietitian for 12 years.
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