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Alicia NormanCCC

If you’re struggling with anxiety or depression, living with chronic pain or illness, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, you don’t have to go through it alone. I help adults in Kamloops—and across Canada via virtual sessions—cope with life’s mental and emotional challenges in a way that feels grounded, collaborative, and attuned to what matters most to you.

As a Kamloops therapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your struggles and discover ways to move forward with resilience and compassion.

In my counselling office you can unburden yourself and be fully seen. Together, we’ll meet your struggles with self-compassion, reconnect you to what’s most important, and take supportive steps towards the life you want to live.

My Approach

Counselling with me is down-to-earth, flexible, and centred on you. I bring a trauma-informed, compassionate lens to our work together, without assuming that trauma is at the core of everything. Sometimes, people simply need a place to talk things through, manage stress better, or feel less alone in what they’re facing.

I work from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based frameworks, helping you move toward a more meaningful, values-aligned life. Together, we’ll make room for your full experience—grief, joy, frustration, resilience—and support you in taking gentle, empowering steps forward.

As a Kamloops therapist, I also understand the importance of tailoring each session to your unique needs. Whether in person or virtually, my goal is to make therapy feel approachable, collaborative, and deeply supportive.

Common Focus Areas

You’re welcome to work with me if you’re hoping to:

Manage anxiety, depression, or general stress
Process grief or burnout
Navigate life transitions, caregiving, or role changes
Increase self-compassion and reduce internalized shame
Build coping tools for ongoing or unpredictable health conditions
Explore your values and sense of purpose

My Areas of Focus

Living with Chronic Pain or Disability

If you're dealing with physical limitations, chronic illness, or long-term healing, I offer both clinical expertise and lived experience. My practice is especially attuned to the invisible weight of persistent pain, post-viral symptoms, fatigue, or disability—not just the physical toll, but also the emotional one.

Our work can gently explore:

The mental health impact of chronic pain or medical conditions
Internalized ableism and shifting identity
Coping with fatigue, brain fog, and reduced capacity
Grieving the life you thought you'd have—and reclaiming joy in what is still possible

My fully accessible office is located in Kamloops, BC, where I welcome clients seeking a compassionate Kamloops therapist. I also offer secure virtual counselling across BC, so you can connect from the comfort of home.

Let's Connect! Join Me for a Free Consultation

If you’re looking for a chronic pain therapist, disability counsellor, or someone who understands the emotional weight of living with a medical condition, I’d love to meet you. I offer a free 20-minute consultation to help you decide if we’re a good fit.

Whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis, deep fatigue, grief for the life you imagined, or just need a space where you can show up as your full self—I’m here. Book a consult to learn more about how working with me can help you navigate life as your full self.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do you only work with clients in Kamloops?

Not at all. While I see clients in my Kamloops office, I also provide secure virtual therapy across British Columbia. This allows me to support people in rural areas or those who prefer counselling from home.

2. How can counselling help with chronic pain or illness?

Living with chronic pain isn’t just physical—it deeply impacts mental health too. Counselling can help you process grief, manage stress, and build resilience while adjusting to the realities of your condition.

3. What does it mean to be a Canadian Certified Counsellor?

This designation from the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) means I meet national standards of training and ethics. It assures clients that they are working with a qualified, accountable mental health professional.

4. How do I know if you’re the right therapist for me?

The best way is to book a free 20-minute consultation. This allows us to meet, talk through your goals, and decide together if it feels like a good fit.

Credentials & Experience

As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I hold national recognition for meeting professional standards in education, supervised practice, and ethical care. My certification means you can feel confident that you’re working with a therapist who is trained, accountable, and committed to your well-being.

In addition to my formal training, my lived experience with chronic illness helps me bring a deeper empathy and understanding to clients navigating similar paths.