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Find Strength, Clarity, and Balance Life can feel overwhelming at times, narrowing your world and making it difficult to move forward. Pain and struggle are inevitable—but with the right support, they don’t have to define your life. At The Life Balance, our counsellors create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, memories, and behavioural patterns. Thro... Read More

Find Strength, Clarity, and Balance

Life can feel overwhelming at times, narrowing your world and making it difficult to move forward. Pain and struggle are inevitable—but with the right support, they don’t have to define your life.
At The Life Balance, our counsellors create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, memories, and behavioural patterns. Through thoughtful questions and evidence-based approaches, we help you build the skills and resilience needed to face challenges with confidence and live in alignment with what matters most to you.
Whether you're navigating trauma, addiction, relationship issues, or simply feeling stuck, we offer personalized support to help you regain control and rediscover fulfillment in all areas of life.

Our Services Include:
Life Counselling
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Therapy
Addictions Recovery
Relationship Counselling
BFRB (Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviours) Therapy

We’re here to walk alongside you—so you can move forward with clarity, purpose, and balance.

Megan DeSimone BSW, MSW, RSW, MTC

I have a Bachelor and Master Degree in Social Work from UBC and over 24 years of experience helping people with mental health, addictions, trauma, and relationship issues in a variety of health care, community, and social service settings. I am registered in British Columbia as a Social Worker (RSW) and in Canada as a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC).

I am the founder and lead clinician of The Life Balance and a proud member of the Trauma Counselling Team at Dr. Gordon Davidson Operational Stress & Recovery Program. Previous to this, I was the Clinical Supervisor and Instructor with UBC Okanagan School of Social Work at the Interdisciplinary Mental Health Clinic and the Interior Health Clinical Operations Manager for Mental Health and Substance Use Services in the North Okanagan.

I live, work and play in Vernon British Columbia and the traditional and unceded territories of the Syilx, Secwepemc Okanagan peoples.

You can reach me by phone 250-308-1262 or email megan@thelifebalance.ca

I have a Bachelor and Master Degree in Social Work from UBC and over 24 years of experience helpi... Read More

Sara Magner M.Ed, RCC

Hi there, I’m Sara. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), and I hold a Master of Education in Counseling from Sul Ross State University. I also have a double-major in Psychology and Family & Child Sciences from Florida State University. Since 2012, I have been supporting individuals, children, and families through crisis intervention, trauma work, and therapy in both clinical and community settings.

I’m certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), and I use a trauma-informed, client-centered approach that may also include CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and other modalities depending on your needs. I focus on connecting with who you are, not just the diagnosis.

I’ve been living and working in beautiful British Columbia since 2021. I’m originally from Miami, Florida and have lived in a number of U.S. states before settling here in Canada, which I now proudly call home. Outside of work, I love hiking, kayaking, yoga, the gym, and writing children’s books. I’m also the host of Invisible Cape Parenting, a podcast for single parents that launched in 2024.

You can reach me by phone 250-307-0321 or by email sara@thelifebalance.ca.

Hi there, I’m Sara. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinica... Read More

Ellen Williams M.Ed, RCC

My name is Ellen Williams and I’m both a registered clinical counsellor in the province of BC and a registered psychotherapist in the province of Ontario. I studied counselling psychology at the University of Victoria and the University of British Columbia. More importantly, I’m a mother of two, and am well known for my love of rescuing and rehoming dogs.

I have worked as a professional counsellor since 2009 and have enjoyed many years working with people from all walks of life, including mothers and couples. My experience over the years has shaped me to be the type of counsellor that greatly values the client’s perspective and knowledge in their healing path. It’s amazing to me how one flourishes with some guidance and knowledge combined with a safe and open therapeutic relationship.

You can reach me by phone @ 250-307-3603 or by email @ ellenwilliamscounselling@gmail.com

My name is Ellen Williams and I’m both a registered clinical counsellor in the province of BC and... Read More

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