Living Bridges Therapy Collective

Living Bridges Therapy Collective Supporting people through loss and life change with holistic client-centered individual and family co

MISSION STATEMENT:
To offer a holistic, client centered approach to counseling, education, practical support and referral services for individuals and families of all ages, genders, faiths and cultures who are experiencing the effects of a loss of any kind in their lives.

Meet Sabrina!!Her approach is shaped by both professional and lived experience and is grounded in trauma-informed and st...
09/05/2026

Meet Sabrina!!

Her approach is shaped by both professional and lived experience and is grounded in trauma-informed and strengths-based principles. She deeply values each client’s unique experiences and cultural identities, while considering the intergenerational and systemic factors that influence one’s personal wellbeing.

Outside of her professional roles, Sabrina finds personal balance through hiking, gardening, creative expression, and practicing yoga. As an avid plant lover, she constantly finds inspiration in nature’s wisdom and its ability to foster continual growth and renewal. Sabrina can also often be found planning her next travel adventure with her partner, always searching for places that combine nature, adventure, and new perspectives.

⛔️Content Warning Around Su***de⛔️Talking about su***de can feel uncomfortable, frightening, or even taboo. But silence ...
09/03/2026

⛔️Content Warning Around Su***de⛔️

Talking about su***de can feel uncomfortable, frightening, or even taboo. But silence can make it harder for someone who is struggling to reach for support.

Suicidal thoughts can exist on a spectrum. Someone may experience thoughts of death or not wanting to be here without having a specific plan or intention to act. This is often referred to as suicidal ideation. Having a plan can indicate a different level of risk and may require more immediate intervention.

But regardless of where someone falls on that spectrum, their pain deserves to be taken seriously.
One of the most compassionate things we can do is ask.

“Are you thinking about su***de?”

“Have you been thinking about hurting yourself?”

“Do you feel safe right now?”

Asking someone directly about su***de does not put the idea in their head. It can create an opening for honesty, connection, and support.

We don’t need to have the perfect words. We can listen without judgment, stay connected, take what someone is saying seriously, and help them access the support they need.

Let’s work toward making su***de something we can talk about openly, compassionately, and without shame.

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of su***de, support is available. In Canada, call or text 988 for su***de crisis support. If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

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Paul is a longtime Kamloopsian who has had a big impact on our community already. He is now working on becoming a counse...
09/03/2026

Paul is a longtime Kamloopsian who has had a big impact on our community already. He is now working on becoming a counsellor to further his work in the community.

Outside of his counselling life, first and foremost, Paul will be with his family and friends. He remains active throughout all four Kamloops seasons including skiing, snowboarding, biking, hiking and golf. Feel free to talk fishing anytime because both salt and freshwater fishing are Paul’s favorite hobbies.

September is Su***de Awareness Month: a time to move beyond awareness and toward connection, compassion, and meaningful ...
09/02/2026

September is Su***de Awareness Month: a time to move beyond awareness and toward connection, compassion, and meaningful action.

Talking about su***de can feel uncomfortable. We may worry about saying the wrong thing, making someone uncomfortable, or not knowing how to help. But sometimes, simply being willing to ask, “Are you thinking about su***de?” can create space for someone to finally share what they have been carrying alone.

Su***de prevention is not about having the perfect words or knowing exactly how to fix someone’s pain. It can be as simple as noticing a change, checking in, listening without judgment, taking someone seriously, and helping them connect with support.

And prevention happens long before a crisis. It happens when we build communities where people feel valued, connected, heard, and safe enough to ask for help.

If you’re concerned about someone, don’t be afraid to start the conversation. You don’t have to carry it alone either eaching out to a mental health professional or crisis support can help guide you through what comes next.

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of su***de, call or text 9-8-8 in Canada for 24/7 crisis support. If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

This month, and always, let’s make room for the conversations that can be difficult to have but may matter more than we realize.

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Introducing one of our new practicum students Amber Brown!Amber offers warm, compassionate care in her approach, strivin...
09/01/2026

Introducing one of our new practicum students Amber Brown!

Amber offers warm, compassionate care in her approach, striving to empower others to be their
own healers on their wellness journey. She tailor’s
therapeutic interventions to support her client’s goals by blending psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural, and existential modalities to meet clients where they are at and support where they envision being.

When she is not in the therapy room, Amber is playing ukulele, spending time in nature, and playing with her young children.

Back-to-school season can bring a lot of feelings.Excitement, anticipation, nerves, overwhelm, uncertainty and sometimes...
08/28/2026

Back-to-school season can bring a lot of feelings.
Excitement, anticipation, nerves, overwhelm, uncertainty and sometimes all of them at once.

Whether you’re a student, parent, caregiver, or teacher, transitions can take time, and there’s no one “right” way to feel about a new school year.

As the routines begin to shift, consider focusing less on getting everything perfect and more on creating a sense of safety, connection, and consistency. Small steps can make big transitions feel more manageable.

✨ Ease into routines
💭 Make space for feelings and worries
🤍 Prioritize connection over perfection
🌿 Protect time for rest and self-care
⭐ Celebrate the small wins

And remember: you don’t have to have it all figured out before the first day. It’s okay to take things one day and one step at a time.

If the transition back to school feels overwhelming for you or your child, support is available. You don’t have to navigate it alone.

Lucía moved to Canada in 2012 and has since built a life rooted in community, learning, and connection. Lucía brings sev...
08/28/2026

Lucía moved to Canada in 2012 and has since built a life rooted in community, learning, and connection. Lucía brings several years of experience as a personal trainer and nutrition coach in Kamloops, where she has supported individuals across a wide range of ages and backgrounds in developing healthier, more balanced lifestyles.

Through her work, Lucía has gained experience supporting mothers as they navigate the many demands of motherhood, balancing multiple roles, and incorporating health and wellness into their daily lives. She has also supported older adults in maintaining strength, mobility, and overall well-being while navigating life transitions, grief, and loss. Her experience also includes supporting newcomers to Canada as they adjust to cultural transitions and build a sense of belonging, facilitating wellness workshops within Indigenous communities in British Columbia, and volunteering to provide emotional support to individuals experiencing homelessness.

As a mother of two daughters, aged 11 and 10, Lucía understands the complexities and rewards of parenting and navigating the many roles we hold throughout life. Her personal and professional experiences have deepened her appreciation for the importance of compassion, resilience, and meaningful connection.

Lucía recognizes every person’s story, values, and goals are unique and Lucía tailors her approach to meet each client where they are, considering their individual experiences, culture, strengths, and needs. She views mental health through an integrative lens, recognizing that our well-being is shaped by the connection between our biological, psychological, social, cultural, environmental and life experiences.

Outside of her work, Lucía enjoys reading, meditation, yoga, strength training, and spending time in nature through hiking, skiing, and camping. She values meaningful relationships and enjoys travelling and learning from different cultures. Lucia is fluent in Spanish and English.

For a long time, I carried the fear that no one would truly want me or love me because of my anxiety. When my last relat...
08/26/2026

For a long time, I carried the fear that no one would truly want me or love me because of my anxiety.

When my last relationship ended, that fear came rushing back. And yet, that relationship itself had already shown me that I could be loved with my anxiety. I remember sharing this fear with him, and he reassured me by saying, “Someone will love you with your anxiety. You perceive your symptoms much worse than they actually are.”

It was sweet, and I know it was meant to comfort me. But instead of simply reassuring me, it made me pause and look deeper.

Why had I always been so afraid that my anxiety would make me unlovable?

The more I reflected, the more I realized that this fear didn’t begin with my relationships. It began much earlier. Growing up, my anxiety often carried a fear of being too much, difficult, or somehow less worthy of love because of the way others responded to it.And that realization changed something for me.

I began to understand that healing isn’t about finding someone who will convince me that I am lovable despite my anxiety. It’s about learning to believe that myself.

I must learn to see, hear, understand, and love the parts of my anxiety that I spent years pushing away. Not because I want to romanticize anxiety or let it define me, but because it is a part of my experience that deserves compassion rather than shame.

And perhaps the most important realization has been this: The person who has to love me with my anxiety first is me.

That doesn’t mean other people’s love doesn’t matter. It means their love doesn’t get to determine my worth. My anxiety doesn’t make me less deserving of love, connection, or belonging and no relationship gets to decide whether that is true.

I am grateful for my last relationship because, in many ways, it gave me a safe space to begin seeing myself through the eyes of someone who could love me in the places I struggled to love myself. But the work of carrying that love forward is mine.

Maybe healing is not about finding someone who will love us despite the parts of ourselves we fear are too much.

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Grief doesn’t always look like crying. Sometimes, it looks like changes in your thoughts, body, relationships, and every...
08/25/2026

Grief doesn’t always look like crying. Sometimes, it looks like changes in your thoughts, body, relationships, and everyday life. Grief changes over time. Some days may feel lighter, while others may bring you right back to the ache of the loss. There is no perfect timeline, and there is no single way to grieve.

At Living Bridges Therapy Collective, we recognize that grief is deeply personal. You don’t have to navigate it alone.

Meet one of our new practicum students Jesse Mclellan!!In her practice she also draws from Acceptance and Commitment The...
08/24/2026

Meet one of our new practicum students Jesse Mclellan!!

In her practice she also draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), parts work (IFS), mindfulness, and her background as a yoga teacher to support clients in slowing down, connecting inward, and moving toward a greater sense of safety, choice, and self-trust.

Outside of work Jesse’s life is filled with a love of dancing, remote off-grid living, freshwater dips, the mystery of life, and her lifelong devotion to learning, healing, and transformation.

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#702/235 1st Avenue
Kamloops, BC
V2C3J4

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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