I am passionate about supporting children and youth on their unique mental health journeys. In addition to my role as Counsellor at Colour Wheel, I work as a school counsellor in Campbell River. With five years of experience as a primary teacher and a background in supporting adults with addictions, I understand the importance of developing trusting relationships with clients in order for growth to occur.

I am committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where children feel comfortable expressing themselves. Through play, I help children explore their emotions and develop social-emotional skills. My goal is to foster a space where every child feels heard and valued, empowering them to thrive emotionally and socially. In my free time, I enjoy exploring the beautiful forests, beaches, and mountains of the Comox Valley.

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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to express what’s going on inside? Sometimes what we carry can feel too big, too tangled, or too quiet for words alone. Art therapy offers another way—using creativity, movement, and images to explore feelings and experiences in a way that doesn’t rely words alone.

As an art therapist with over a decade of experience in youth work and a deep commitment to neurodiversity-affirming care, I welcome people of all ages into a therapeutic space where there is no pressure to perform or create in a certain way. Inspired by Internal Family Systems (IFS), it is my hope to invite curiosity and kindness, through creative expression, to however you arrive each day.

During our sessions together we may use art materials, play, or storytelling as gentle ways of getting to know and offering care to what’s happening inside. Following what feels most supportive in the moment - some days may be more hands-on and sensory-based while others will be quieter or more reflective. There is no art experience needed — just a willingness to show up and explore together!

If you have questions or would like to learn more, you’re welcome to email me at jillian@colourwheelcounselling.com or book a free 15-minute discovery call where you can share your hopes for therapy, and see whether this feels like a good fit. I look forward to hearing from you

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Masters-level Art Psychotherapy Diploma
• CATA professional member
• IFS Informed Therapist
• OATA IFS Workshop: Enhancing Internal Family Systems Through Art
• Non-violent crisis intervention certificate with SIVA (Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments)
• Bachelor of Arts in Counselling and Human Services

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I am a neurodivergent human, therapist, and supervisor who specializes in supporting people with AuHD, ASD, ADHD, ODD, OCD, PDA, SPD, and anxiety. I use a client-centred, strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming approach to address therapeutic goals such as increased insight, emotional expression/ regulation, executive functioning and self-advocacy I also support families and help parents learn to better understand their children and to develop a strong relationship based on attunement, attachment, and co-regulation. I have received training in both Art Therapy and Synergetic Play Therapy and my practice is rooted in social justice models, disability rights and informed by over 10 years of working in the disability community. I use a humanistic, feminist, and arts-based approach when supporting supervisees and help them to find their unique voice. To book a supervision session please contact me at kathryn@colourwheelcounselling.com

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