About Me

Hello! My name is Destinee Kreil and I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Bachelors of Arts (BA) in Psychology from the University of British Columbia and a Masters of Counselling Psychology (MCP) from Adler University. I have been privileged to have spent over 10 years working with children and families experiencing a range of concerns from managing daily stressors to complex mental health difficulties.

My drive to support children and their family members comes from my belief that children, parents, and families have an incredible capacity to develop emotional and mental resilience when given the support, opportunities, and tools. Parenting and managing a family can be non-stop. Therefore, when added challenges occur for you or your children it can be exhausting and discouraging. You, as a parent, are the foundation for your child and it brings me joy to support families move from hopeless to hopeful, exhausted to empowered, and by showing how counselling can make monumental shifts for you, your children, and your family’s wellness.

I have specialized training in Expressive Play Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy and other research-based mental health interventions which I integrate in my work with clients. However, every child, family, and challenge is unique, so my interventions will vary depending on the needs of everyone and the presentation of specific mental health challenges. My primary goal is to create a therapeutic environment where each person is deeply seen, feels nurtured, and feels safe. I have found that these foundations allow children and families to fully participate in creating lasting systems of change.

On a personal level, beyond work, I am most happy chasing after my two beautiful daughters, spending time with my family and friends, and cooking delicious food. You can also find me exploring nature through hiking, camping and canoeing or otherwise reading books and experiencing the world through travel.

If you think I might be a good fit for you and your family please feel free to contact me or book your free 15-minute consultation. I look forward to hearing from you and supporting you with finding wellness in an increasingly complicated and stressful world.

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Qualifcations and Specializations

Registered Clinical Counsellor #13967

A Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) is a trained mental health professional accredited by the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. This accreditation indicates that I have received the necessary education, clinical trainings, and professional references to allow me to provide therapeutic services while adhering to stringent ethical standards.

Certified Expressive Play Therapist

Expressive play therapy is a therapeutic approach that uses play to help children express their thoughts and emotions. Through toys, art, and activities, children can communicate their feelings and experiences, allowing them to process trauma and develop coping skills in a safe environment.

Certified Advanced Emotion-Focused Family Therapist

Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) is a therapeutic approach that aims to resolve mental health symptoms by addressing your child’s and your own emotions and needs. This therapy empowers families to navigate challenges together, promoting healing and emotional well-being.

Specialized Trainings

Certificate in Expressive Play Therapy
Advanced Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
Interpersonal Therapy for Depressed Adolescence (IPT-A)
Circle of Security
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy For Traumatized Children (PCIT)
San'yas Anti-Racism Indigenous Cultural Safety Training Program
Motivational Interviewing Level 1 and 2
RRSR: Recogizing and Responding to Suicide Risk
Healing Through Helping Trauma Training

Expertise

In Children:

Emotional Regulation
Behavioural Challenges
Worries and anxiety disorders
Mood concerns and depression
Socio-emotional and interpersonal challenges
Abuse (neglect, sexual, physical and emotional)
Grief and loss
Trauma
Suicidal ideation
Self-harm
Anger management
Low self-esteem
Life stressors
Life transitions

In Parents and Families:

Anxiety
Emotional regulation
Life transitions
Separation and divorce
Parental shame
Parental burnout
Boundary setting
Relationship issues
Family Conflict
Communication breakdowns