Hi, I’m Michaela! I live in Kelowna, BC with my fiancé, Matt. I am currently in my fourth year of my Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Psychology at UBC Okanagan. After completing my degree, I plan to pursue a Master’s in Counselling Psychology with the goal of becoming a Registered Clinical Counsellor.

I feel incredibly honoured to be a part of Hope Blooms Counselling. Being part of a space that values connection, compassion, and client care has been such a meaningful part of my journey toward a career in counselling. I help with scheduling, rescheduling appointments, direct billing, and other client care needs, so you may hear from me at some point.:)

Alongside my studies and work at Hope Blooms, I will be volunteering with the Kids Help Phone this year, which I am really looking forward to as an opportunity to further develop my experience supporting others. I am also a certified yoga teacher, having completed my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in February 2026. Yoga, health, and wellness are a big part of my life, and I am passionate about the connection between our mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

At the heart of everything I do is a desire to help people feel safe, seen, heard, and supported. I am passionate about creating welcoming and compassionate spaces where people feel comfortable being themselves, and I feel very lucky to be learning and growing at Hope Blooms Counselling.