Find the team member that best suits your needs.
Shannon Ritchie, MC, RCC-ACS, RCC
Couples / Families / Clinical Supervision / Assessments / Views of the Child Reports
Shannon is the founder and Clinical Director of Currents Counselling, where she leverages over a decade of post-masters experience to support couples and families. With a deep understanding of relationship dynamics, she has worked extensively with highly conflicted couples, those navigating separation and divorce, and families facing complex issues. Her background includes addressing concerns related to violence and conducting clinical risk assessments.
Recognizing that each relationship is unique, Shannon employs a collaborative approach tailored to the specific needs of the couples and families she serves. This emphasis on individualization allows her to provide effective support and facilitate healing in her client’s most important relationships.
In addition to her direct counselling services, Shannon is certified to complete risk assessments and Section 211 Reports, such as Hear the Child and Views of the Child, available in Kamloops, Salmon Arm, and virtually. She is also an Approved Clinical Supervisor through the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, enhancing her commitment to guiding emerging professionals in the field.
Shannon holds a master's degree in counselling and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), and is an approved clinical supervisor with the BCACC (RCC-ACS)
Offering virtual counselling appointments and limited in-person availability in Salmon Arm.
Views of the Child Reports available in person in Kamloops and Salmon Arm.
Zakary Zarichney, MSW, RSW, RCC
Individuals / Couples & Families / EMDR / Assessments
Zakary is a Registered Social Worker and Registered Clinical Counsellor holding a Master of Social Work degree. With a focus on individuals, couples, and families, Zakary delivers comprehensive and personalized support tailored to meet unique needs. His methodology blends evidence-based practices with holistic perspectives to effectively address a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and complex relational dynamics.
As a Metis individual and staunch advocate for the LGBTQIA2S+ community, Zakary operates from an anti-oppressive and non-pathologizing framework. He emphasizes the importance of considering the comprehensive well-being of each individual's mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. His specialization in analyzing and evaluating relationship dynamics equips him to assist clients navigating challenging scenarios, including couples dealing with intense conflicts, infidelity, separation, and divorce.
Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment is paramount in Zakary's practice. He strives to cultivate an atmosphere characterized by genuineness, transparency, warmth, comfort, collectivism, and empathy. Clients can expect a judgment-free space where they can explore their feelings, responses, and reactions, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. With over five years of experience, Zakary is dedicated to supporting clients through their journeys towards healing and growth.
Zakary offers in-person and virtual appointments at our Salmon Arm location
Emily Bostrom, MNTCW, RCC
Individuals / Youth Adults / Women / Life Transitions / Issues of Violence / Narrative Therapy
As a Narrative therapist, Emily approaches each session with a belief in your expertise regarding your own life story. She understands that you hold the knowledge of how your experiences shape you, and together you will delve into those narratives. This collaborative process aims to highlight your strengths and values, allowing for the discovery of the resilient stories that are part of your journey.
In the safe space that Emily creates, your stories are met with curiosity rather than judgment. There are no assumptions or labels to restrict your expression; instead, the focus is on hearing you, truly listening to the nuances of your experiences. As you reflect on and revise old narratives, you may find that fear and failure take a back seat, allowing new possibilities to emerge.
Emily is keenly attuned to the aspects of your story that may have been hard to accept or that you've resisted. This attention can reveal what is essential to you—what you protect and what you fight for in your life. She recognizes that our relationships are fundamental to our stories, encompassing our connection with ourselves, society, and even the intangible emotions we navigate, such as anger.
With a deep understanding of the fluid and evolving nature of narratives, Emily strives to view situations from a broader perspective, considering the role of culture and community. With her Masters degree in Narrative Therapy and Community Work, alongside 19 years in mental health, Emily brings a wealth of experience to her practice.
Part of Emily’s approach includes providing narrative letters at the conclusion of sessions. These letters reflect on your conversations and serve as a springboard for ongoing therapeutic exploration. As a registered clinical counsellor, Emily is committed to supporting you in unveiling the stories that shape your life.
Emily offers virtual appointments with some in-person availability at our Salmon Arm location
Ella LaFleur MACP, B.Ed, RCC
Children & Youth / Young Adults / Adults / Couples & Families
Ella brings a wealth of experience to her role, with a decade of involvement in the elementary, secondary, and post-secondary education systems across Alberta and British Columbia. Her primary focus on children and youth reflects her deep commitment to enhancing their well-being, while her skills are adaptable to individuals of all ages. Ella utilizes a number of therapeutic approaches including, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Expressive Art and Play Therapies.
Her longstanding interest in supporting children, teens, and their families stems from her passion for integrating mental health considerations into education. Ella's warm energy and her ability to listen with intention allow her to connect meaningfully with others. She prioritizes strengthening her community through dedicated service, making her a valuable resource for those in need.
Outside of her professional commitments, Ella enjoys outdoor activities with her family, reflecting the lifestyle they embraced after relocating to British Columbia for its natural beauty and opportunities for hiking, biking, swimming, and enjoying local wildlife.
Ella offers virtual and in-person appointments at our Salmon Arm location.
Mikayla St Onge MACP, MCP, RCC
Individuals / Youth & Young Adults / Couples & Families
From a young age, Mikayla aspired to help others. At the University of British Columbia, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts majoring in psychology and minoring in anthropology.
During her undergraduate studies, Mikayla became eager to seek a modality that prioritized and celebrated the uniqueness of the human condition and empowered individuals instead of pathologizing them. This inspired her to pursue a Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Mikayla’s professional experience involves working with anxiety and stress, grief and loss, challenging life events and transitions, trauma and adversity, chronic pain and illnesses, and family and systemic work. Mikayla is especially passionate about building awareness, nervous system regulation, nurturing deep wounds, re-wiring maladaptive patterns, and building strong foundations from which clients can grow and flourish. With a focus on somatic and mindfulness-based practices, Mikayla supports individuals to become more attuned to their emotional triggers, reactions, thought patterns, beliefs, and somatic responses; fostering enhanced self-awareness, confidence, and resilience. Additionally, Mikayla has a special interest in working with youth experiencing life transitions and big emotions.
Mikayla wholeheartedly views people as insightful beings, capable of writing their own story, of self-growth, and of managing the challenges in their life. With this in mind, Mikayla offers a genuine and understanding posture from which people can feel heard, appreciated, and supported.
Passionate about working with vulnerable populations, communities, and families, Mikayla utilizes a trauma-informed lens and strength-based approach; creating a space dedicated to promoting safety, nurturance, compassion, exploration, and autonomy. Mikayla aims to tailor her work to each individual's needs by embodying a holistic approach that incorporates aspects of attachment theory, narrative therapy, emotion-focused therapy, and cognitive-behavioural therapy.
Mikayla offers in-person and virtual appointments at our Salmon Arm location.
Amy Fonseca MACP Intern
Children / Youth / Adults / Families
Amy is joining Currents Counselling as a Master of Arts and Counselling Psychology internship student. During her internship she will be supervised by experienced counsellors, ensuring that she provides exceptional care to each of her clients. Amy has a BA and a BEd and has taught various age groups for the past 17 years in Montreal, Vancouver and Kamloops. She is currently a Theatre Arts and Film teacher with South Kamloops Secondary School.
Amy loves to work with people to promote growth, understanding and confidence. She is looking forward to exploring different modalities, and has a particular interest in narrative, gestalt and group therapies. Amy is empathetic and warm but also likes to challenge people. She believes in the recognition worth of every individual as a starting point for all relationships.
During her internship, Amy will be supervised by experienced counsellors, who will ensure that she provides exceptional care to each of her clients. As an intern, Amy will offer services at a reduced rate.
Amy offers virtual appointments with some in-person availability at our Salmon Arm location.
Kasha Mitton, MACP Intern
Adults / Couples & Families / Youth / Grief & Loss
Kasha is a passionate healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience, currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology Counselling. Her roles as a bedside RN, Clinical Educator, Director of Care, and Mental Health Complex Behaviour Specialist, helped shape her socially just and person-centered approach. Through these experiences, Kasha has developed a deep sense of compassion, and a profound understanding of the complexities people face.
As a driving force in developing policies and leading care initiatives, Kasha emphasizes the importance of recognizing intersectionality, intergenerational trauma, and acculturative stress. Her passion for education has led her to create core programs focused on trauma-informed practice and person-centered care. Her certification in health coaching sparked an interest in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), while her extensive work in palliative care has deepened her understanding of grief, loss, and existentialism.
Kasha is known for her vibrant energy and relational approach, creating an emotional environment that fosters trust, safety, and respect. She embraces a holistic biopsychosocial lens, ensuring that her clients feel truly seen, heard, and valued. Kasha’s commitment to service extends beyond healthcare; she is also a wellness advocate certified in yoga, fitness, meditation, and dance. She uses these modalities to support individuals in enhancing their physical literacy and mental health. Through her efforts, Kasha strives to empower individuals by guiding them toward meaningful growth.
During her internship, Kasha will be supervised by experienced counsellors, who will ensure that she provides exceptional care to each of her clients.
Kasha will be practicing as an intern, offering in-person and virtual sessions in the Kamloops and Salmon Arm areas.
OFFICE MANAGER
Melody Isvik
Melody is the Office Manager for Currents Clinical Counselling. She has diverse experiences that include legal administration, sales, owning her own business and working with vulnerable populations. In her work with vulnerable populations Melody has supported elderly and those with unique needs and abilities, including neurodivergent individuals.
Melody has a kind and compassionate approach to life and understands the importance of being kind while supporting others whether in an administrative position or working one-on-one with individuals who require patience, kindness and compassion. She has a passion for helping others who experience barriers and is eager to find new ways to make life more enjoyable for those with unique needs and abilities.
Melody works virtually and has flexible working hours.
