Helping individuals make sense, find meaning, and move forward
OUR STORY
Reaching Out Since 1984
Reach Out began as a group of volunteers working with youth in the Kelowna area in the late 1980's, and developed into a professional counselling center addressing the needs of youth and young adults in the community who had very little or no resources for clinical counselling. On May 1, 1992, the center opened on Ambrosi Road in Kelowna to provide a safe space for those in need for years to come. Reach Out has offered affordable services since its beginnings, and has remained true to its mission throughout the years: to help individuals make sense, find meaning, and move forward.
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Reach Out is a registered charity based in Kelowna, British Columbia, that services those in need from Peachland all the way to Lake Country. Reach Out is a clinical counselling agency that values all those who seek help in an inviting, warm atmosphere. All of our clinicians are highly proficient in their work, being that they are Master Level Educated and a part of a regulatory body.
The services that Reach Out provides have changed the lives of many young people in the community, and that work continues today.
OUR TEAM
COURTNEY ROGERS
Counsellor, MSW, RSW
Courtney is a Registered Social Worker with a Master's Degree in Social Work from UBC. Her background includes working with the disability community in Kelowna, BC, and she has supported youth, adults, caregivers, and families for over 15 years.
She believes that every individual has great internal strength to discover themselves, what they need, and has the ability for positive change.
Her modalities of therapy include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. However, she adapts her approach for each client and what they need.
Courtney values a holistic approach to mental health and looks forward to collaborating with clients as they are the experts in their own lives.
Courtney is currently accepting new clients
SHARON MARSHALL
Executive Director
Sharon has been the Executive Director of Reach Out since 1999, and her devotion to removing barriers to access counselling and support programs for young people and families has remained consistent over the years. Sharon has a strong passion for youth mental health, and being a mother to four children in Kelowna has given her insight into the issues and challenges that youth face in our community.
Since her start here at Reach Out, Sharon's hope is that when clients enter this space, they feel a sense of welcome, safety, and support. Whatever issues our clients present, Sharon hopes that they leave with a few more tools and/or skills to equip them for all of life's challenges. Sharon believes that counsellors, while needing to be educated and skilled, must have a natural gift to connect with and build trust with those who are vulnerable.
OFFICE SUPPORT
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Our lovely team here at Reach Out is ready to support your counselling journey. Whether you are a potential new client or a returning client, our inbox is open. Please connect with us through our contact form linked on our Contact Us page or by email, and our office support team will be glad to help!