Clinical Counsellor
I’m Joleen Pennarun, MC, RCC, a Registered Clinical Counsellor and the founder of Pivot Point Counselling. I support adult individuals and couples through personal and relationship challenges. I value building a trusting connection where you can feel comfortable being yourself, explore difficult experiences, and take steps toward meaningful change.
I hold a Master of Counselling from City University of Seattle and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of the Fraser Valley. I bring over 20 years of experience in the field of social work, working collaboratively with children and families, and have worked as a clinical counsellor for the past decade. These experiences have shaped my commitment to meeting each person with compassion, curiosity, and respect.
My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, drawing on cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman-informed couples therapy, mindfulness, and EMDR. Together, we can explore what is keeping you stuck, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies you can use in everyday life.
I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples create lasting change. I have a particular passion for helping couples resolve conflict and feel more connected. My aim is to offer a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, build understanding, and work toward changes that matter to you.
Live life to the fullest
with Pivot Point
Counselling
Feeling stuck? At a crossroads in your career or emotional life? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times.
I will help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you.
You have the strength not just to survive, but to truly thrive.
Services
Counselling session
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Individual rate: $170 per 50 minute session
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Couples session: $190 per 50 minute session
Note: Many extended medical plans cover the cost of a Registered Clinical Counsellor. Check with your health care provider to see if you are covered.
Online: Your choice of Zoom, FaceTime or telephone call
Sometimes in office sessions won't fit your schedule or you live in a remote community. Whatever your life situation is, I want to make counselling accessible for you.
Individual Counselling
Are you having troubles resolving conflict or decreasing symptoms of depression or anxiety? I will guide you through your painful experience and develop a plan that will alleviate symptoms that are causing distress in your life.
Are you using unhealthy addictive coping strategies, like drugs/alcohol or under eating/over eating? I treat the addictive behavior as a symptom (not the cause) of an unresolved underlying issue. Together, we will discover the core issues and develop a plan that will lead to positive long-term changes.
Are you at a crossroad, or having marriage conflict? Therapy helps you gain a greater understanding and awareness of yourself in order to confidently make decisions that you can be happy with.
What ever life issue you are struggling with, I am confident you will find couselling at Pivot Point beneficial. I am passionate about helping people improve their lives in a safe, comfortable and confidential environment.
I will develop a unique plan tailored for you, while incorporating proven therapeutic techniques.
Call now to schedule a session.
Couples therapy
Are you feeling unheard or misunderstood?
Is your relationship losing the intimacy it once had?
Are you feeling angry or bitter toward your partner?
Does it seem like you and your partner are drifting apart?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, I can help you regain affection, romance and intimacy to your relationship that was once lost through ineffective communication. It is not too late to rekindle the fire that you once had.
Life Coaching Session
This service is a favorite among many of my clients, as it is often times one of the keys to a happier, healthier life. My job is to give you the tools and techniques to transcend your life so that you may reach your highest potential. You will also become well-versed at handling issues whenever and wherever they arise. Call now to schedule a session.
*Please note: 24 hours or more is required for a full refund. If you need to cancel or reschedule for any reason, please text at 778-982-3379 or email at pivotpointcounselling.com
“Our life is what our thoughts make it”
Marcus Aurelius
