Janine Thompson, MSW, RSW, Counselling & Psychotherapy

Janine has attained over 13 years experience working in both the public and private sectors. She achieved a Master of Social Work in clinical counselling from the University of Calgary as well as a Bachelor of Social Work. She is a Registered Social Worker with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. Her education and experience in mental health and addictions have allowed her a considerable amount of knowledge in a variety of areas that impact mental wellbeing. 

​She works with individuals and couples of all abilities, ages, genders and sexual orientations. She helps people through tough times, providing them the skills and methods to live their richest lives. There is no shame in asking for help and no better time than the present moment to find joy. 

Janine works with a diversity of people who are impacted by a myriad of adverse life circumstances. She is well versed in many mental health matters and treats each of her clients with a respectful, supportive, safe and kind demeanor. Whether you have lost a loved one, are facing difficult circumstances or have survived a traumatic event, Janine will be by your side through your therapeutic journey.

Many extended health plans offer partial or full coverage for counselling services provided by a Registered Social Worker. Counselling services provided by a Registered Social Worker are GST and PST exempt and are included in the medical expense tax credit. Official receipts for both health insurance and tax purposes will be provided after each session.

Janine offers in office and online counselling services. Please do not hesitate to call or email and let’s get the conversation started.

Janine specializes in working with people struggling with:​

-unresolved grief and/or loss of a loved one
-depression
-substance use
-trauma and post traumatic stress
​-anxiety

She also works with people experiencing other issues including:
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-life-stage transitions
-low self-esteem
-survivors of abuse
-anger management
-parenting struggles
-relationship and family conflicts

Additional Professional Development

Strategies for Resolving the Impact of Post-Traumatic Stress - Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute
Trauma-Informed Care: Building A Culture of Strength - Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute
The Pain Paradox: Mindfulness Approaches for PTSD - Dr John Briere Assoc Professor USC
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Essentials (CBT) - Interior Health Shared Services BC
Motivational Interviewing: Change Talk - Paul Burke MSW Training & Consulting
Dialectic Behavioural Therapy Training (DBT) - Dr Chris Wilson Reg Psychologist
Trauma Informed Practice: Core Training - Interior Health Shared Services BC
Indigenous Cultural Safety Training - Provincial Health Shared Services BC
Therapeutic Interventions: An Integrative Approach - Dr Paul Watchel Professor CCNY
Creating Change/Enhancing Social Justice Conference - Centre for Social Work Research
Transformative Family Therapy Conference - Institute for Family Services