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Child & Youth counselling in Squamish

Offering a diverse range of therapeutic approaches for children, youth, and caregivers

Meet the collective
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Supporting Children, Teens & Families

We are a collective of therapists, psychologists, and counsellors who work with children and youth out of a shared space in Squamish, BC. Together, we offer a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including art therapy, play therapy, sandtray, expressive arts, child psychology, behavioural support, parenting consultation, and sports psychology. United by a common purpose, we support children, youth, parents and caregivers throughout the Sea to Sky corridor. This website serves as a resource hub to help parents and caregivers connect with an experienced therapist that best fits their family and child’s needs.

How we can help

Child and youth therapy — How we can help

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    Art Therapy

    Art therapy uses creative processes like drawing, painting and sculpting to help people express thoughts and process feelings that may be hard to put into words.

    Therapists
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    Counselling

    Counselling is a supportive process where a trained therapist helps people explore feelings, work through challenges, and develop coping strategies.

    Therapists
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    Sports Psychology

    Sport psychology focuses on injury recovery, building confidence, developing a balanced athletic identity, overcoming mental blocks, and strengthening motivation and goal setting.

    Therapists
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    Parent/Caregiver Consultation

    Parenting support with a therapist is an opportunity for caregivers and counsellors to share insights and strategies that will support the child’s emotional and developmental needs.

    Therapists

Why Get Therapy Support?

Social Skills Support

Depression

ADHD
Support

Anxiety

Disordered Eating

Major Life Transitions

Stress

Self-Esteem

Anger

emotional distress

Sports Psychology

Performance Coaching

OCD

Identity Challenges

Autism Support

Grief

Difficulty Making and Keeping Friends

Emotional Regulation

Trauma

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Meet The Collective

Age: 5+

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Jodie Petruzzellis
RCC, DVATI

Registered Clinical Counsellor
Art Therapist

About Jodie +

Ages: 5-11 years

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Jodi Wasylyk
DVATI, BCATR

Registered
Art Therapist

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Age: 5+

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Nora Clarke
RCC

Registered
Clinical Counsellor

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Age: 6+

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Tori Wood
RCC

Registered Clinical Counsellor
Sports Psychologist & Coach

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Age: 6+

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Brittni Thompson
L.Sch.Psych & RCC

Licensed School Psychologist
Registered Clinical Counsellor

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Shana Murray
RCC

Registered
Clinical Counsellor

Age: 10+

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The Space

The therapeutic space is on the second floor, accessible by a staircase. It is warm, airy and inviting, designed for play and art making with calming earth-tones. It includes an ensuite bathroom and a cozy couch area for therapeutic conversations, creating a safe and comfortable environment for reflection and connection.

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Child & Youth counselling

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Child and youth counselling provides a supportive, confidential space for children and teens to explore emotions, challenges, and life experiences. Counsellors work collaboratively with young people to build coping skills, emotional awareness, etc. using developmentally appropriate approaches such as talk therapy, play-based interventions, creative expression, and skills-based strategies.

  • Our website features counsellors with a variety of training, experience, and therapeutic approaches. When choosing a counsellor, consider:

    • Your child’s age and specific concerns

    • The counsellor’s areas of focus and experience

    • The terapeutic approaches offered (modalities)

    • Your child’s comfort level with the therapist

    You are welcome to review counsellor profiles and their individual websites to find a good match.

  • You may notice changes in mood, behaviour, sleep, or school engagement, or your child may express feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unhappy. Counselling can also be beneficial for prevention, skill-building, and personal growth. An initial consultation can help determine whether counselling is a good fit.

  • Our website features counsellors with a variety of training, experience, and therapeutic approaches. When choosing a counsellor, consider:

    • Your child’s age and specific concerns

    • The counsellor’s areas of focus and experience

    • Therapeutic approaches offered (modalities)

    • Your child’s comfort level and person

    You are welcome to review counsellor profiles and tier individual websites to find a good match.

  • Parent involvement varies depending on the child’s age, needs, and goals. This may include parent sessions, regular updates, or collaborative planning. Counsellors balance caregiver involvement with the child or youth’s right to privacy.

  • Each counsellor has their own areas of expertise, training, and therapeutic style. Therefore, modalities and services will be unique to a therapist’s training and experience. Some may specialize in certain age groups, concerns, or modalities. Please review their individual profiles for specific details.

  • Some extended health plans cover counselling with registered professionals such as Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs), Registered Art Therapists or Psychologists. Coverage varies, so we recommend checking with your insurance provider. If you have coverage through your provider, follow their guide on submitting your receipts for reimbursement. Please check with the individual counsellor/therapist, as several do not offer direct billing.

  • Each therapist has a different level of understanding of neurodiversity and experience with neuroaffirming approaches. Please explore the different counsellor/therapist profiles and websites or ask them during a free 15 min discovery call to learn more about their understanding of neurodiversity and ability to support your child or young person’s needs and goals.

  • Each therapist has a different level of understanding of neurodiversity and experience with neuroaffirming approaches. Please explore the different counsellor/therapist profiles and websites  to learn more. During your free 15 min discovery you can learn more about their understanding of neurodiversity and ability to support your child.

  • Each counsellor accepts payment in their own way. Some bill directly to the credit card on file while others accept e-transfer/cash. If you have extended health coverage, check with your provider to see if registered clinical counselling services or Registered Art Therapists are covered,  if they are, follow their guide on submitting your receipts for reimbursement. Please check with the individual counsellor/therapist, as several do not offer direct billing.

Get in touch!

Connect with your counsellor of choice for a free 15 min discovery call.

Jodie Petruzzellis
RCC, DVATI

artofknowing.ca
jodie@artofknowing.ca

Jodi Wasylyk
DVATI, BCATR

art_therapy@me.com
604 338 1320

Nora Clarke
RCC

noraclarketherapy.ca
noraclarketherapy@gmail.com

Tori Wood
RCC

toriwoodwellness.com
toriwoodwellness@gmail.com
604 966 7509 

Brittni Thompson
L.Sch.Psych & RCC

btchildtherapy.com
btchildtherapy@gmail.com
604 360 1308

Shana Murray
RCC

sunbowcounselling.ca
sunbowcouselling@gmail.com
778 266 3074  

Join the Collective

If you are a therapist or counsellor in Squamish interested in joining the collective and working out of our space please reach out to jodie@artofknowing.ca