NEW client consultation

15 min phone conversation for new clients.


Individual Counselling

Individual Counselling is for anyone struggling with mental and emotional issues, going through difficult relationships, suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), or are looking for self development. This process will help you to improve your well-being, as well as understand your inner struggles and embrace change. Our Counsellors are trauma-informed and especially influenced ... Read More

Individual Counselling is for anyone struggling with mental and emotional issues, going through difficult relationships, suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), or are looking for self development. This process will help you to improve your well-being, as well as understand your inner struggles and embrace change.

Our Counsellors are trauma-informed and especially influenced by Person-Centered therapy, integrating evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, Somatic and Narrative Therapy. They believe that we are all unique individuals that bring a multitude of aspects that influence how we all experience and heal differently. Compassion and empathy are their drivers and our professionals are drawn from an anti-oppressive framework that considers diversity and multiculturalism. Please explore our practitioner’s profiles to choose the best support for your therapeutic needs.


Spiritual Counselling

Individual Spiritual Counselling Session - Virtual 50 minutes Spiritual Counselling is is a mode of healing that looks at an individual's beliefs and values, and in which there is typically a longing for meaning larger than the individual self. It can be a valuable resource for individuals seeking to develop their spiritual intelligence, wich encompasses a person's ability to understand an... Read More

Individual Spiritual Counselling Session - Virtual
50 minutes

Spiritual Counselling is is a mode of healing that looks at an individual's beliefs and values, and in which there is typically a longing for meaning larger than the individual self. It can be a valuable resource for individuals seeking to develop their spiritual intelligence, wich encompasses a person's ability to understand and connect with their own inner self, others, and the larger universe or higher power.


Couples Counselling

Couples Counselling provides a neutral, safe and structured space where both partners can better understand how their individual habits, family backgrounds, and emotional patterns influence the relationship. It’s meant to support couples in understanding each other more deeply, communicating more effectively, and navigating challenges—whether they’re facing conflict, feeling disconnected, or si... Read More

Couples Counselling provides a neutral, safe and structured space where both partners can better understand how their individual habits, family backgrounds, and emotional patterns influence the relationship. It’s meant to support couples in understanding each other more deeply, communicating more effectively, and navigating challenges—whether they’re facing conflict, feeling disconnected, or simply looking to strengthen their bond.

It can be valuable in improving communication and conflict resolution, rebuilding trust after betrayal or hurt, exploring patterns that cause distress or disconnection, making decisions about the future of the relationship, deepening emotional and physical intimacy, navigating life changes or shared stressors.

Couples at any stage—dating, engaged, married, separated, or in long-term partnerships—can benefit. It’s not just for couples in crisis; many seek counselling as a proactive way to grow together.


Youth Counselling

Our counsellors at Ilumina have experience working with youth from twelve years to eighteen. We truly believe the therapeutic relationship improves with time and we value our client’s pace. We are here to help your teenage kid to overcome challenges in school, become more secure in their relationships, learn how to deal with anxiety and depression as well as family challenges such as divorce or... Read More

Our counsellors at Ilumina have experience working with youth from twelve years to eighteen. We truly believe the therapeutic relationship improves with time and we value our client’s pace. We are here to help your teenage kid to overcome challenges in school, become more secure in their relationships, learn how to deal with anxiety and depression as well as family challenges such as divorce or a loss of a loved one.


Family Counselling

Family counselling provides a neutral, safe, and structured space where adult family members are supported in understanding one another better, strengthening communication, and working through challenges. Families are encouraged to reflect on the patterns, roles, and dynamics that influence the family relationships— fostering thoughtful connection, personal responsibility, and long-term resilie... Read More

Family counselling provides a neutral, safe, and structured space where adult family members are supported in understanding one another better, strengthening communication, and working through challenges. Families are encouraged to reflect on the patterns, roles, and dynamics that influence the family relationships— fostering thoughtful connection, personal responsibility, and long-term resilience.

It can be valuable in improving conflict or tension between family members, managing parenting challenges, navigate major changes like divorce, loss or illness, healing from past hurts or long-standing issues, supporting a family member going through a difficult time, or as a caregiver.

Family counselling is for any group of people who consider themselves a family—whether that’s parents and children, adult siblings, blended families, or chosen family. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit; many families come simply to feel closer, work through stress, or learn to navigate life’s challenges together.

RTC, RPC-C, MSc

Ana grew up in Brazil and immigrated to Canada 15 years ago. Her own healing journey after divorce inspired a passion for helping others reconnect with their inner voice. Trauma-informed and grounded in a humanistic, inclusive approach, Ana supports clients with personal growth, inner-child work, attachment, breakups, and self-esteem challenges. She believes that holding space for others is also an act of healing for herself.

RTC, RPC-C, MSc Ana grew up in Brazil and immigrated to Canada 15 years ago. Her own healing jou... Read More

Roberta is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in BC with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and advanced training in Family Systems Therapy. She supports individuals, couples, and families through a relational, evidence-based approach. Originally trained as a Psychologist in Brazil, Roberta brings deep expertise in psychoanalysis and conflict mediation.

Roberta is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in BC with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology an... Read More

Caroline is a compassionate and skilled mental health counsellor who brings a unique blend of therapeutic expertise and a deep understanding of spirituality to support individuals in deepening their self-awareness, developing coping strategies, and finding meaning in their challenges with trauma and abuse, grief and loss, addictions, relationship problems and immigration.

She has credentials as a professional counsellor, holistic wellness counsellor and qualified life coach, which have provided her with evidence-based therapeutic modalities. She is adept at utilizing various approaches, including dialect-behavioural therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based techniques, somatic therapies, trauma-informed care, and the enneagram psychospiritual system. However, her deep connection with the spiritual dimension sets her apart.

Caroline believes that spirituality can provide individuals with purpose, hope, and connection during distress and trauma, and she is committed to maintaining a multicultural and inclusive perspective, honouring each client’s spiritual background and beliefs.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in social communication and a master’s in business administration with 10+ of experience in management. In 2013, after four years of practicing meditation, breathwork and psychic development techniques, she had deep psychological distress, which led to a long-term spiritual crisis and transformation. As a result of these experiences, Caroline gave up her former career and began to work as a Therapist.

In addition, she teaches emotional intelligence, positive psychology, and Mindfulness at Universities in Brazil. And she is studying the therapeutic potential of the non-ordinary states of consciousness at Grof Legacy Training.

Caroline is a compassionate and skilled mental health counsellor who brings a unique blend of the... Read More

Kelli Kanashiro is a dedicated Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), experienced Yoga Alliance Registered Teacher and Educator (YACEP, E-RYT200+RYT500), Ayurveda-oriented, Reiki & Shamanic Reiki Master, and wellness advocate. She is on a mission to guide individuals toward emotional resilience, personal growth, and spiritual development.

Her approach is rooted in education rather than dependence, with sessions thoughtfully designed to empower individuals. Whether through in-person or online sessions, Kelli combines her extensive knowledge of trauma-informed practices with holistic therapeutic tools to facilitate the integration of body and mind, leading to a life imbued with balance and purpose.

Kelli Kanashiro is a dedicated Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), experienced Yoga Alliance Regis... Read More

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