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Get to know us
Counsellors in BC
Each team member at Wildwood Virtual Therapy Clinic is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), or Registered Social Worker (RSW) in BC with a masters in counselling psychology. Get to know us more below and feel welcome to request a specific counsellor during your matching session.
FOUNDER, CLINICAL DIRECTOR, SUPERVISOR, THERAPY
Anja Hess, MA, RCC
(Any Pronoun)
REGISTERED SERVICE PROVIDER WITH THE FNHA
Welcome! I am a Queer German-Romany settler living on the breathtaking Lekwungen Territory and I am Clinical Director and founder of Wildwood Therapy. I share my time between supporting my teammates, matching new clients with their dream counsellor, supervising our trainees, and providing individual counselling via video and in person. I like helping folks learn how to process emotions and navigate through experiences like:
Cancer as a Young Adult
Increasing Self-Esteem and Confidence
2SLGBTQIA+ Identity
Trauma, PTSD, cPTSD
Anxious Symptoms & Panic
Depressive Symptoms
Oppression & Bullying
Psychedelic Integration
Polyamory and ENM
and more…
I am a naturalist and enjoy playing outside, dancing, laughing hysterically with friends, and looking for adventure. Inclusion and freedom are important to me and I choose to find joy in the small things!
My RCC license number is 18489
THERAPY
Erin Suerink, MA, RCC, CCC
(She/Her)
I AM A REGISTERED FIRST NATIONS HEALTH AUTHORITY SERVICE PROVIDER
Hi! I am currently living, playing, and working on the ancestral territory of the K'ómoks First Nation. I received my masters in counselling from the University of Victoria and I offer a somatic (body-based) approach based in attachment when supporting folks with any of the following:
Relationships, ENM
Parenting
Mind-body connection
Anxiety & Depression
Substance Use & Addiction
Trauma including Childhood Trauma
2SLGBTQIA+ Experiences
Gender-Affirming Medical Care
Disordered Eating & Body Image
Life Transitions
Family Violence
Thoughts About Suicide
Identity & Self Worth
I enjoy spending time with my partner and my cat, Biscuit. I enjoy hiking, camping, walking, and basically spending time outdoors, but I also like curling up with a cup of tea.
My RCC license number is 19326
My CCC license number is 10004155
CLIENT COORDINATOR, LOW-COST THERAPY
Desiree Mirosevic, DCYC
(She/They)
Desiree is a mom of two plus one in her busy blended family of five. She loves the outdoors and can be found hiking, skiing, and biking with her partner, their rugrats and their quirky fur-baby Boomer. Desiree is grateful to live in the East Kootenays which is located within the Ktunaxa Nation’s territory.
Desiree supports our programming and works closely with Anja to make sure we are serving you in the ways you need! If you reach out to our office, you might just hear from Desiree.
THERAPY
Lauren Kniewasser, MA, RCC
REGISTERED SERVICE PROVIDER WITH THE FNHA
Family Counselling, Individual Counselling
(She/Her)
Hey there! I am a white settler from unceded Algonquin territory and am now living on the unceded traditional territory of the Dane-zaa peoples. I am a strong believer in social justice and I am trained in therapeutic expressive arts. I work with young folks and families to help reduce suffering from things related to:
Trauma
Intergenerational Trauma
Systemic Oppression & Bullying
Addiction and Substance Use
Family & Relationship Conflict
2SLGBTQIA+ Experiences
Attachment Wounds
Anxious & Depressive Symptoms
Identity & Self Worth
And whatever you feel you need support with!
I love nature and outdoor sports, expressing myself through art, and laughing with friends. Humour and playing help me feel alive and most like myself. Nicknames include: The Giraffe (I am very tall) and Loz (because I am so funny)!
I am on parental leave and taking a waitlist for February 2026.
My RCC license number is 18441
THERAPY
Jess Urchyshyn, MA, RCC
(She/Her)
REGISTERED SERVICE PROVIDER WITH THE FNHA
Hello! I am a settler on the unceded and ancestral territories of Ktunaxa, Syilx, and Sinixt First Nations and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and EMDRIA certified EMDR practitioner. I have a degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and I have spent my time supporting folks to understand how their early life experiences can impact how they show up in the world. Together, we can talk about:
EMDR
Sexualized Violence
Anxiety & Depression
Trauma, PTSD, c-PTSD
Relationships
Attachment
Boundaries
Self-Compassion
2SLGBTQIA+ Experiences
Grief & Complicated Grief
ENM
And more
I love to be outside in the woods. I enjoy hiking, yoga, and spending time with family and friends. In my spare time I bake muffins, cookies, breads, crisps, and pies… I’m the baker and my husband is the cook!
I am on parental leave and taking a waitlist for January 2026.
My RCC license number is 18614
ACTING CLINICAL DIRECTOR & THERAPY
Kandice Simons (Peterson), MA, RCC
(They/Them)
Hello! I'm a 5th generation uninvited visitor on the ancestral territories of the Lekwungen-speaking people, W̱SÁNEĆ, and Esquimalt First Nations. I received my MA in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria and I focus on working with clients who are struggling with:
Grief and Loss
Complicated or Traumatic Grief
Trauma
LGBTQIA+ Experiences
Gender identity
Anxiety
Depression
Relationships, Polyamory, ENM
and more…
When I'm not working, I am spending all my time with my dogs running, hiking, swimming, and exploring this beautiful island. Alongside my partner, I love socializing with our friends, family members, and playing all the board games.
My RCC license number is 18499
THERAPY
Jordan Mounteer, MA, RCC (accepting new clients by special request)
(He/Him)
Hi! I am a settler on the unceded and ancestral territories of Ktunaxa, Syilx, and Sinixt First Nations and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I support clients who want help navigating issues like:
Depression
Anxiety and Panic
Trauma
Existential Issues
LGBTQIA+ Experiences
Suicidal Thoughts and Self-Harm
Addiction
Interpersonal Difficulties
and more…
If I’m not counselling, I’m hiking, canoeing, and camping in the Kootenays. I am a gardener and poet — and I enjoy many crafts including knife-making, painting, and wood-block printing.
My RCC license number is 18426
THERAPY
Kate Odgers, MSW, RSW
(She/They)
Hello! I am happy you’re here. As an Australian, I respectfully acknowledge the traditional Biripi territory that I was born on and I’m now appreciating the territory of the Sylix people. I am a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and I believe in equitable care for all. I have a strong passion for social justice, activism and making meaningful change. I value making connections, building community, and exploring experiences to find meaning and purpose. I am honoured to have worked with children, youth, families and adults seeking support around:
2SLGBTQIA+ Identity and Experiences
Systems of Oppression
Healthy Relationships and Communication
Sexualized Violence
Anxiety and Depression
Disordered Eating
Self Esteem
Grief and Loss
Suicidal Thoughts and Self-Harm
In my spare time you’ll find me in at least one item of rainbow clothing, chasing after my fluffy husky, yelling at the Celtics to sink a 3, and exploring the Okanagan valley. I’m terrified of spiders - Aussie ones are massive!
My RSW license number is 15474
PRIVACY & SECURITY
Xena
(She/Her)
We don’t mind that Xena isn’t great at crunching numbers or staying awake on the job because as an intersectional feminist, her presence is enough to boost office morale.
Kandice and Xena rescued each other in the summer of 2020 and together, they bring joy and compassion to everyone they meet. If you get matched with Kandice, you might even get to catch a glimpse of this sweet lady and her little brother, Zeppelin, during a session.