Michelle Gritter, MA, Certified Canadian Counsellor
Michelle divides time between Calgary and Revelstoke, is fluent with virtual counselling, and meets with clients in Revelstoke at least once per month. More information on Michelle's practice can be found here: https://www.ailatherapy.com/
Michelle has been a therapist for 8 years with a twin focus on families with young children and couples therapy.
When focused on families, her work with children is about connection. Michelle uses creativity and play methodologies to build trust and engagement through fun! Attachment principles are used to treat children who have experienced developmental trauma and may be suffering from symptoms such as: frequent meltdowns, anger/yelling, social difficulties in school, constipation, stomach aches, encopresis, selective mutism, separation anxiety, and bed-wetting. Michelle seeks to empower caregivers in their role to feel more confident and equipped to handle the stresses of parenting.
When working with couples, Michelle’s goal is to serve as a collaborative and restorative partner for the couple’s relationship, helping to strengthen and heal it. The couple is the expert in the therapy room, conveying their experience and their vision for their relationship. Advocating both partners, Michelle uses emotion-focused principles to help the couple better discover their needs, articulate them, and learn approaches to preserve and elevate the relationship, so they can be better satisfied.
Michelle is a passionate learner, has a Master’s degree in counselling from Providence University in Manitoba, and is well into a Doctorate degree in Psychology from California Southern University. Her Doctorate research is focused on sex and relationships. In addition, Michelle is a full-time Professor at Providence University’s Counselling Department guiding and educating Master’s-level counselling students in clinical practical learning and family and couples therapy.
With appreciation for the significance of choosing a provider, Michelle is currently accepting new clients.
Michelle has been a therapist for 8 years with a twin focus on families with young children and couples therapy.
When focused on families, her work with children is about connection. Michelle uses creativity and play methodologies to build trust and engagement through fun! Attachment principles are used to treat children who have experienced developmental trauma and may be suffering from symptoms such as: frequent meltdowns, anger/yelling, social difficulties in school, constipation, stomach aches, encopresis, selective mutism, separation anxiety, and bed-wetting. Michelle seeks to empower caregivers in their role to feel more confident and equipped to handle the stresses of parenting.
When working with couples, Michelle’s goal is to serve as a collaborative and restorative partner for the couple’s relationship, helping to strengthen and heal it. The couple is the expert in the therapy room, conveying their experience and their vision for their relationship. Advocating both partners, Michelle uses emotion-focused principles to help the couple better discover their needs, articulate them, and learn approaches to preserve and elevate the relationship, so they can be better satisfied.
Michelle is a passionate learner, has a Master’s degree in counselling from Providence University in Manitoba, and is well into a Doctorate degree in Psychology from California Southern University. Her Doctorate research is focused on sex and relationships. In addition, Michelle is a full-time Professor at Providence University’s Counselling Department guiding and educating Master’s-level counselling students in clinical practical learning and family and couples therapy.
With appreciation for the significance of choosing a provider, Michelle is currently accepting new clients.
LaureN Menzies, MA, Registered Clinical Counsellor
Lauren is based in Revelstoke and currently offers in-person and virtual counselling for teens and adults. She is passionate about making therapy accessible and meaningful. She brings a warm, grounded presence to her work.
Lauren has a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and over five years of experience in the mental health field. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as her primary counselling approach, helping clients identify what matters most to them and take steps toward building a life aligned with their values.
Lauren enjoys working with individuals who are struggling with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, social anxiety as well as those who are feeling stuck or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Her goal is to support clients in reconnecting with themselves and finding new ways to engage with life in a more authentic and fulfilling way.
Lauren has a background as a case manager and program manager in a men’s addiction recovery program, which deepened her understanding of the barriers many people face in seeking support and strengthened her commitment to creating an inclusive, non-judgmental space where all people feel seen and supported.
Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. In addition to ACT, Lauren integrates tools from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support clients in managing distress, building insight, and making sustainable change. Clients can expect a warm, non-judgmental environment where they feel safe to express themselves and explore what matters most.
Lauren is currently accepting new clients. Sessions are $160 per 50-minute session, with sliding scale rates offered to help meet varying financial needs. To begin your counselling journey, please email Lauren directly at [email protected]
Lauren has a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and over five years of experience in the mental health field. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as her primary counselling approach, helping clients identify what matters most to them and take steps toward building a life aligned with their values.
Lauren enjoys working with individuals who are struggling with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, social anxiety as well as those who are feeling stuck or disconnected from their sense of purpose. Her goal is to support clients in reconnecting with themselves and finding new ways to engage with life in a more authentic and fulfilling way.
Lauren has a background as a case manager and program manager in a men’s addiction recovery program, which deepened her understanding of the barriers many people face in seeking support and strengthened her commitment to creating an inclusive, non-judgmental space where all people feel seen and supported.
Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. In addition to ACT, Lauren integrates tools from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support clients in managing distress, building insight, and making sustainable change. Clients can expect a warm, non-judgmental environment where they feel safe to express themselves and explore what matters most.
Lauren is currently accepting new clients. Sessions are $160 per 50-minute session, with sliding scale rates offered to help meet varying financial needs. To begin your counselling journey, please email Lauren directly at [email protected]
JORDIE MCTAVISH, MA, Registered clinical counsellor
Jordie McTavish, RCC, brings a strengths and evidence based approach to counselling grounded in authenticity, empathy, and hope that is trauma informed. His path to psychology began through high level sport, where he competed in NCAA basketball and internationally for Canada. The resilience, psychological flexibility, and growth mindset developed through athletics continue to shape his work with clients today.
Following career ending injuries, Jordie redirected his passion for human development toward education and mentorship. While completing a Master’s degree in Physical Education, he served as a graduate teaching assistant and NCAA Division I coaching assistant, supporting students, athletes and youth in developing confidence, resilience, and well being. He later returned to Canada to teach and work in youth sport and outdoor education, deepening his understanding of the connection between mental, emotional, physical, and relational wellness.
Jordie’s diverse life experiences have deeply informed his counselling practice. Alongside teaching, he worked as a trail builder, professional tree faller, danger tree assessor, and mountain bike guide. Through both personal and professional adversity, he developed a strong belief in the importance of psychological wellness, self compassion, and meaningful relationships as foundations for healing, resilience, and growth.
Today, Jordie works as a high school mental health counsellor in the Shuswap while also supporting clients in private practice. He works with youth, teens, adults, couples, and athletes navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, self worth, and emotional well being. Additionally, Jordie supports athletes of all levels in developing skills and strategies that enhance their sport performance and overall wellness.
Jordie’s counselling approach was developed through a Master’s degree in Counselling via Gonzaga University. His approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that people possess the inner capacity for growth and change. His work draws from Existential and Person Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy and Choice Theory, trauma focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). He welcomes individuals from all walks of life and is committed to lifelong learning. Jordie continues to expand his clinical skills while remaining deeply grateful to serve communities throughout the Shuswap and Revelstoke regions.
Jordie is currently accepting new clients. Sessions are $150 per 60-minute session, with sliding scale rates offered to help meet varying financial needs. To begin your counselling journey, please email Jordie directly at [email protected] and visit his website at mctavishcounselling.com
Following career ending injuries, Jordie redirected his passion for human development toward education and mentorship. While completing a Master’s degree in Physical Education, he served as a graduate teaching assistant and NCAA Division I coaching assistant, supporting students, athletes and youth in developing confidence, resilience, and well being. He later returned to Canada to teach and work in youth sport and outdoor education, deepening his understanding of the connection between mental, emotional, physical, and relational wellness.
Jordie’s diverse life experiences have deeply informed his counselling practice. Alongside teaching, he worked as a trail builder, professional tree faller, danger tree assessor, and mountain bike guide. Through both personal and professional adversity, he developed a strong belief in the importance of psychological wellness, self compassion, and meaningful relationships as foundations for healing, resilience, and growth.
Today, Jordie works as a high school mental health counsellor in the Shuswap while also supporting clients in private practice. He works with youth, teens, adults, couples, and athletes navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, self worth, and emotional well being. Additionally, Jordie supports athletes of all levels in developing skills and strategies that enhance their sport performance and overall wellness.
Jordie’s counselling approach was developed through a Master’s degree in Counselling via Gonzaga University. His approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that people possess the inner capacity for growth and change. His work draws from Existential and Person Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy and Choice Theory, trauma focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). He welcomes individuals from all walks of life and is committed to lifelong learning. Jordie continues to expand his clinical skills while remaining deeply grateful to serve communities throughout the Shuswap and Revelstoke regions.
Jordie is currently accepting new clients. Sessions are $150 per 60-minute session, with sliding scale rates offered to help meet varying financial needs. To begin your counselling journey, please email Jordie directly at [email protected] and visit his website at mctavishcounselling.com
BRITTANYA BEDDINGTON, MA
Brittanya believes in co-creating therapy that is responsive to each individual and relationship, adapting session by session so clients feel empowered to engage in the way that best supports them that day. Her work fosters connection, acceptance, awareness, and change through experiential, creative, somatic, and cognitive approaches. This can look like traditional talk therapy or be adapted for when words are less accessible or other forms of expression like art or movement are desired. Walk-and-talk and equine-assisted therapies are options that can be discussed during your intake session.
Brittanya has a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and values broadening her perspective and is continually learning. Her approach is grounded in person-centered therapy and integrates tools from a range of evidence-based approaches based on each client’s unique needs (such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), narrative therapy, somatic therapy, and solution focused brief therapy). She supports mind-body connections based on 15 years of experience as a massage, yoga, and somatic practitioner working with both humans and horses.
Brittanya supports adults and adolescents with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, self-worth, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She combines research, training, and personal insight to support clients navigating specific challenges such as postpartum depression and family stress related to work-away schedules. Additional areas of interest are animal-human relationships, including grief following the loss of a pet and working through past trauma or limiting beliefs that impede horse-human relationships. Her practice is sex and kink positive and affirming of diverse identities. She is committed to providing a safe space for clients to show up as they are.
* Please note that Brittanya is currently applying for registration and as such, her sessions are not covered by extended benefits plans.
Brittanya is currently accepting new virtual and in-person clients. Sessions are $120 per 50-minute session. To begin your counselling journey, please email Brittanya directly at [email protected]
More information can be found on Brittanya's practice at https://brittanyab.com/
Brittanya has a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and values broadening her perspective and is continually learning. Her approach is grounded in person-centered therapy and integrates tools from a range of evidence-based approaches based on each client’s unique needs (such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), narrative therapy, somatic therapy, and solution focused brief therapy). She supports mind-body connections based on 15 years of experience as a massage, yoga, and somatic practitioner working with both humans and horses.
Brittanya supports adults and adolescents with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, self-worth, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She combines research, training, and personal insight to support clients navigating specific challenges such as postpartum depression and family stress related to work-away schedules. Additional areas of interest are animal-human relationships, including grief following the loss of a pet and working through past trauma or limiting beliefs that impede horse-human relationships. Her practice is sex and kink positive and affirming of diverse identities. She is committed to providing a safe space for clients to show up as they are.
* Please note that Brittanya is currently applying for registration and as such, her sessions are not covered by extended benefits plans.
Brittanya is currently accepting new virtual and in-person clients. Sessions are $120 per 50-minute session. To begin your counselling journey, please email Brittanya directly at [email protected]
More information can be found on Brittanya's practice at https://brittanyab.com/
ROSALIE LAMBERT, MA
Rosalie respects the deeply sacred nature of each person’s story and understands the importance of finding a therapist best suited to your unique needs. She strives to create an environment that feels as safe as possible, is lifestyle-affirming, and judgment-free. With a commitment to humility and curiosity, she is incredibly honoured to walk alongside her clients and be a witness to their growth and healing.
Rosalie is drawn to evidence-based practices, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. Her background as a trauma-informed yoga and meditation instructor sparked her reverence for mindfulness, somatic experiencing, and intuitive healing practices. Her approach with clients is collaborative and integrative, where she tailors plans to meet each client’s unique interests and needs.
Rosalie has a strong appreciation for how family systems and broader social contexts shape us, having taught at the elementary level before transitioning into counselling. She continues to provide counselling support at Begbie View Elementary and Arrow Heights Elementary alongside her work at Ascent.
As she has just wrapped up a successful internship Rosalie is not accepting new clients at this time, but is forming a waitlist for September 2026. You can reach out to Rosalie through the secure contact form https://hushforms.com/contactascentpsychology.ca
Rosalie is drawn to evidence-based practices, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. Her background as a trauma-informed yoga and meditation instructor sparked her reverence for mindfulness, somatic experiencing, and intuitive healing practices. Her approach with clients is collaborative and integrative, where she tailors plans to meet each client’s unique interests and needs.
Rosalie has a strong appreciation for how family systems and broader social contexts shape us, having taught at the elementary level before transitioning into counselling. She continues to provide counselling support at Begbie View Elementary and Arrow Heights Elementary alongside her work at Ascent.
As she has just wrapped up a successful internship Rosalie is not accepting new clients at this time, but is forming a waitlist for September 2026. You can reach out to Rosalie through the secure contact form https://hushforms.com/contactascentpsychology.ca