Karly Sovereign, MA
(CCC, RCC)
Meet Karly Sovereign - a compassionate and dedicated counsellor passionate about helping individuals and families overcome life's challenges. After completing her bachelor's degree in Art and Science from Quest University, she pursued her dream of becoming a counsellor. Karly obtained her master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.
She is in good standing as a professional member of the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association and the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors.
Throughout her life, Karly has been inspired by the stories of her peers, acquaintances, classmates, and professors who have shared their experiences of adversity and resilience. Witnessing the power of listening and sharing experiences during moments of vulnerability has strengthened her belief in the transformative power of counselling.
As a previous student counsellor for the Ministry of Child and Family Development in the Child and Youth Mental Health department, Karly is grateful for the opportunity to help children, youth, and their families navigate life's challenges. Her experience includes working with individuals and families dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Karly approaches her work with a trauma-informed perspective, valuing attachment and developmental theory principles. She believes these theories offer a framework for understanding and addressing the complex wounds of the past. Additionally, Karly is a proponent of EMDR, somatic therapy techniques, and the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, which she has witnessed to have a powerful transformative effect on her clients. She is dedicated to developing her skills and knowledge to support her clients better.
Professional Experience
& Therapy Focus
Mental Health and the Outdoors
Karly has a deep love for exploring the great outdoors. During her undergraduate studies, she conducted research on the impact of natural surroundings versus urban environments on mental well-being. Through her work with clients, she has witnessed the transformative effects nature can have on people's mental health. She firmly believes in nature's therapeutic potential and endeavours to integrate it into her work whenever possible…
Areas of Practice
Children, Youth and Adult Individual Counselling
Adverse Childhood Experiences
Trauma
Grief & Loss
Life Transitions
Neurodiversity
Relationship Issues
Rates
Karly provides a free 20-minute meet-and-greet session, either in-person or virtually, where you can inquire about her services and gain more information. You can use the "Book an Appointment" button to schedule an appointment online. Alternatively, you can reach Karly by email or phone, as listed below.
Karly’s services are $135.00/ hour. However, as of September 15th, 2023, the rate will increase to $150.00/hour plus GST, which can be claimed through most insurance companies, depending on your plan.
Availability
Karly provides in-person and virtual therapy at the clinic on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Email: karly.mountaintherapy@gmail.com
Telephone: (403) 369-7991
