Located at 339 Fairview Rd, Oliver BC & 103-208 Martin St, Penticton BC
If you are looking to book with Melanie Bakker, please send her an email to book (melanie@desertsolacecounselling.com). Friday and Saturday availability.
Virtual Services (Monday-Saturday) - Please choose from Penticton or Oliver Locations
In Person Services (Penticton - Monday, Friday & every other Saturday; Oliver - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
During an initial consultation, we will ask you questions about your background, current concerns, and goals for counselling. We provide information about our approaches to counselling and what you can expect from the process. Additionally, we will discuss practical details such as scheduling, fees (if applicable), and confidentiality.
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During an initial consultation, we will ask you questions about your background, current concerns, and goals for counselling. We provide information about our approaches to counselling and what you can expect from the process. Additionally, we will discuss practical details such as scheduling, fees (if applicable), and confidentiality.
NOTE: For New Clients Only (Please specify Virtual or In-Person)
Individual Counselling
In-person counselling fosters direct rapport, leveraging nonverbal cues for deeper insight and connection. This dynamic setting is conducive to crisis intervention, skill-building, and experiential activities. We prioritize creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. we adapt techniques to each client's unique needs, using observation to guide interventions effect...
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In-person counselling fosters direct rapport, leveraging nonverbal cues for deeper insight and connection. This dynamic setting is conducive to crisis intervention, skill-building, and experiential activities. We prioritize creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. we adapt techniques to each client's unique needs, using observation to guide interventions effectively. Modalities such as Talk Therapy (CBT) & Play Therapy can mediate anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, relational conflict, intimacy disorders, stress, and other life-impacting circumstances.
Individual Counselling (Virtual)
Online counselling offers accessibility and convenience, allowing clients to receive support from the comfort of their chosen environment. Through a secure digital platform, clients gain flexible scheduling options and broader therapist selection. As a counsellor, our online approach emphasizes creating a virtual space of trust and empathy. We employ verbal cues and active listening to compensa...
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Online counselling offers accessibility and convenience, allowing clients to receive support from the comfort of their chosen environment. Through a secure digital platform, clients gain flexible scheduling options and broader therapist selection. As a counsellor, our online approach emphasizes creating a virtual space of trust and empathy. We employ verbal cues and active listening to compensate for the lack of physical presence, while using technology to share resources and track progress effectively. Guided by ethical standards, we ensure confidentiality and tailor interventions to individual & couples needs, fostering personal growth, emotional well-being, and positive transformation in a digital landscape.
Relationship Therapy
Relationship Therapy helps couples and families navigate challenges, improve communication, and strengthen their bond. Sessions focus on enhancing understanding, resolving conflicts, and fostering healthier connections. Relationship therapy facilitates open dialogue, guides conflict resolution, and teaches effective communication skills with techniques such as Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Tal...
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Relationship Therapy helps couples and families navigate challenges, improve communication, and strengthen their bond. Sessions focus on enhancing understanding, resolving conflicts, and fostering healthier connections. Relationship therapy facilitates open dialogue, guides conflict resolution, and teaches effective communication skills with techniques such as Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Talk Therapy & Psychoeducation. Confidential and non-judgmental, the counselling journey varies in duration, offering a safe space for partners to explore themselves individually, understand, and work towards a more satisfying and resilient partnership.
NOTE: Consists of 2 or more people in session.
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Hi Community! I am Davis Wiggs, a registered counsellor in the South Okanagan. Born and raised on the islands of P.E.I. & the Southern Gulf Islands. Being an Island kid growing up brought on a lot of adventure, learning opportunities & even taking a water taxi to school every day.
My schooling took me to UBC Okanagan in Kelowna where I completed a BSc in Psychology. Further education at KCPC in Kelowna where I completed a diploma in Applied Psychology (Specialization in Counselling). Lastly, I continued my education in addictions at the Institute of Trauma & Addiction Professionals with expertise in Sexual Addictions & Financial Disorders.
My modalities are eclectic overall, emphasizing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy & Emotion-Focused Therapy for individuals, couples & polyamorous relationships.
With a range of knowledge & competencies, I will guide you to overcome any feelings of anxiety, shame, and/or embarrassment that may be holding you back.
Hi Community! I am Davis Wiggs, a registered counsellor in the South Okanagan. Born and raised on...
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