Olena holds a Master’s degree in Psychology from South Ukrainian National Pedagogical University named after K. D. Ushinsky. Before beginning her counselling career in Canada, she worked in private practice in Ukraine, supporting adults through individual therapy. She also completed additional certifications in Emotional-Imagery Therapy, psychosomatic therapy, and trauma-informed approaches. Olena has experience working with clients from different countries and continues to expand her knowledge through professional development and clinical supervision. Her clinical interests include anxiety, panic attacks, psychosomatic symptoms, emotional burnout, and adaptation difficulties related to immigration. Olena also supports clients experiencing low self-esteem, procrastination, difficult emotions (such as guilt, anger, and shame), and the consequences of traumatic experiences. Olena view counselling through a systemic lens, recognizing the impact of broader social, cultural, and familial systems on individual experiences.

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Nataliia is a compassionate, integrative therapist with over 15 years of cross-disciplinary experience in psychology and organizational leadership. Holding a PhD in Psychology and a background in both clinical and corporate settings, she supports clients through a broad spectrum of human experiences - including trauma, grief, identity exploration, sexuality, life transitions, and the complexity of emotional states and relationships.

Grounded in a client-centred philosophy and an authentic, relational presence, Nataliia’s approach is thoughtful and evidence-based. She integrates a range of therapeutic influences - including cognitive-behavioural principles (CBT), psychodynamic insight, trauma-informed practices, and art-based techniques - to meet each client where they are.

Nataliia is trained as an EMDR Therapist (EMDRIA-approved) and continues to deepen her work in the field of trauma. Her approach is also informed by grief counselling and suicide prevention models.

In sessions, she brings calm and clarity to emotionally layered spaces, offering a blend of empathy, psychological depth, and practical tools. She helps clients reconnect with themselves, make sense of their experiences, heal at their own pace, and move forward with purpose.

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Yulia is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC) with a Master’s degree in Psychology. Her integrative approach is rooted in existential therapy, mindfulness, and DBT techniques, thoughtfully tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

Yulia’s path into counselling began through mindful practices, which continue to shape her work. She regularly incorporates tools such as deep breathing, body scan meditation, and mindful walking to support clients in staying present, regulating emotions, and managing stress. Drawing on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), she helps clients develop skills in distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and effective communication.

With a warm and non-judgmental presence, Yulia fosters a safe space where clients can feel seen, supported, and empowered. She believes therapy is a collaborative journey, and whether someone is facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, she walks alongside them with empathy and respect.

At the heart of her work lies a strong belief in the healing power of connection, trust, and self-awareness — guiding clients toward greater resilience, balance, and inner peace.

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Antonina is the Registered Clinical Counsellor originally from Russia. She has experience in Counselling and Therapy for over 20 years, of which the last 8 years have been in Canada. Ever since she was little, she was passionate to help people and then chose psychology as her professional field. She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology in 1998 and a Doctor of Psychology Science in 2006 from Marine State University in Russia. In 2020 she got registration as Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia, Canada.

Antonina moved to Canada in 2015 with her family. Moving to Canada was her personal and professional journey. During this time, she was faced difficulties and achievements, challenges and success, loss and comfort. She has been working in Greater Vancouver in several non-profit organizations with adults, families, and children in counselling, settlement, and support services.

Having lived and worked in three different countries helps Antonina understand different situations and connect with different cultures. Extensive life/work experience allows her to see situations from a variety of perspectives and help her clients find creative solutions. She is fluent in both Russian and English and she provides services in these languages.

Based on her personal and professional experience she found how important it is to have good professional safely culturally sensitive support for those who have relationship difficulties, life transitions and mental health challenges. By reason of, she decided to found Hello Balance Counselling Services focused on helping clients discover their internal strengths and encouraging their personal growth.

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