https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/home daily 1.0 2026-05-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/a5e8e884-664d-413f-85af-b33052b9b988/Karen+Walker+counsellor+Fernie+BC.jpeg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/dbbf7d90-0a37-4d94-9ed6-e30228092370/Eveliene+Eijsermans+Fernie.jpeg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/e7a129e6-b4b6-467f-82f1-26d84d7f7c1c/Sam+Usher+Fernie+Counsellor.jpeg Home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/3ab362ae-cebb-4a6f-ae8b-040821e2c38e/Caledonia+Counselling+team.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/283c5fb4-ffb5-4e49-b52d-2c232bb130ae/1.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/f6258584-cbd1-4058-992f-44f24f9cd4d3/7.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/0adcc447-25f1-43cb-b3aa-23b8fc40008a/3.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/cc2e2b5e-051f-42c6-b79e-3bf7b89295bf/4.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/c8aee7bb-85c9-45f8-902d-3d82092964d4/2.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/9f46279f-ad54-4b22-bbf8-2bceaf3ecd7b/Caledonia_Apr_6_2026-0211+Large.jpg Home - A Place for Everyone Our practice brings together a team of skilled clinical counsellors, each with specialized training in mental health and relationship care, so you can find the right fit for your unique situation. Here, your care can: ➝ Begin without unnecessary delays ➝ Be matched to the right counsellor for your needs ➝ Adapt as your life and circumstances change https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/fe72ad5e-2250-43a4-a4cc-967d5795a1ba/location+fernie+brickhouse.png Home Rooted in Community Being part of a rural community shapes how we show up. We prioritize connection, trust, and care close to home, ensuring everyone can access quality mental health services. Supporting Those Who Support Others We are committed to nurturing counsellors through reflective supervision, creating a space for professionals to reflect, grow, and feel valued in their work. https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/contact daily 0.75 2026-05-15 https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/karen-walker daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/49dfd6ba-1fe3-4054-b13d-ffbce8b1057b/Karen+Walker+registered+clinical+counsellor.jpeg Karen Walker - Karen Walker https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/a5e8e884-664d-413f-85af-b33052b9b988/Karen+Walker+counsellor+Fernie+BC.jpeg Karen Walker As an experienced Fernie counsellor, Karen has been providing counselling services since 2010 in a variety of settings, including schools, non-profit organizations, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and private practice. Karen brings over 16 years of experience as a school counsellor, along with a deep understanding of the relational and systemic factors that influence mental health and well-being. Her work is grounded in a client-centered, systems-based approach, supporting people to move beyond short-term coping strategies and into meaningful, lasting change. At her Fernie counselling practice, Karen supports individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, anger, relationship challenges, family conflict, and life transitions. She is known for creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore deeper emotional patterns, process past experiences, and build stronger connections with themselves and others. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/ce6bfaf2-1aee-4c81-b570-6b7cd5dd32b5/certifications.png Karen Walker - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/07393019-9749-4542-a3cb-76e7e7bc841b/clinical+supervision+helping+professionals.jpeg Karen Walker - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/sam-usher daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/8416790d-dd99-454b-a114-d4d60ac9e3df/Sam+Usher+Counsellor+Fernie+BC.jpeg Sam Usher - Sam Usher https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/e7a129e6-b4b6-467f-82f1-26d84d7f7c1c/Sam+Usher+Fernie+Counsellor.jpeg Sam Usher My lived experience shapes how I show up as a counsellor. I understand demanding workplace cultures, shift and camp life, critical incidents, toxic dynamics, strain on relationships and what it can feel like when chronic stress starts to affect your body, relationships, and sense of self. I also know that many people do not realize how much they have been carrying until things finally catch up with them. I work with adults and couples (19+) who may be navigating relationship issues, burnout, anxiety, stress, workplace conflict, toxic work environments, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, ADHD-related challenges, or the lingering impact of high-pressure roles and critical incidents. I also work with youth ages 14–18. I have a deep appreciation for the pressures young people carry and how important it is to offer support that feels safe, genuine, and approachable. I care deeply about supporting youth in this community in whatever capacity they need. Outside of counselling, I’m happiest outdoors. I’m a self-proclaimed comedian, a black coffee lover, and an elite-level leisure athlete. I’m also known to bring a questionable amount of Mini Eggs on adventures and to maintain full-throttle Leafs optimism, which, honestly, might be one of my greatest emotional endurance skills. https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/eveliene-eijsermans daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/e9ab2546-5633-407b-bee2-a07f090e025b/Eveliene+Eijsermans+counsellor+in+Fernie+BC.jpeg Eveliene Eijsermans - Eveliene Eijsermans https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/dbbf7d90-0a37-4d94-9ed6-e30228092370/Eveliene+Eijsermans+Fernie.jpeg Eveliene Eijsermans My own life journey has also shaped my perspective. Moving within my country at a young age, immigrating to Canada in my twenties, and navigating family changes and experiences of ambiguous loss have deepened my empathy for the complexity of being human. I understand how transitions, loss, and unmet expectations can impact our sense of belonging and identity. I work with individuals (8+), couples, families, LGBTQ2+ individuals, and neurodiverse folks; navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, suicidality, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My style is direct, genuine, and compassionate. I bring curiosity, warmth, and sometimes a quirky laugh into the room. I won’t shy away from gently challenging you, but our therapeutic relationship will always guide the work we do together. I take a holistic approach that honors the mind–body connection and recognizes the strengths each person already carries. At the heart of my practice is a passion for community and a belief that everyone deserves a space where they can show up exactly as they are, and feel seen, heard, and supported. https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/faq daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/couples-family-counselling-services daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/b0a84fc0-91d0-4950-b985-dc12b4d38a59/5.1.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/91ec0c9f-7923-44da-88c5-fcdbd00c4f5b/4.1.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/b9bc0e55-d0a2-45bb-8dd1-ae22ca0219c4/couples+counselling.jpg Couples & Family Counselling Services - Couples Counselling Relationships can be deeply fulfilling. They are also complex and, at times, overwhelming. Our couples counselling services provide a supportive space for partners to rebuild trust, improve communication, and navigate life’s challenges together. We commonly support couples experiencing: Communication breakdowns and recurring conflict Major life transitions (parenthood, relocation, career changes) Recovery from affairs and breaches of trust The impact of a partner’s substance use or addiction https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/1776784514557-89SXURIJ8MB0Q0QQCJ53/family+counselling.jpg Couples & Family Counselling Services - Family Counselling Family life can be fulfilling and rewarding. Other times it is challenging and can stretch us to breaking point, especially during times of stress or change. Our family counselling services focus on strengthening relationships, improving communication, and creating more supportive home environments. We work with families navigating: Parent-child or parent-teen conflict Supporting a child or teen with mental health challenges, including addiction and ADHD Behaviour management strategies for children and youth Recovery from the impacts of separation and divorce https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/third-party-funded-counselling-services daily 0.75 2026-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/23394f33-9692-426a-8b46-6ff79baad5b8/11.jpg Third-Party Funded Counselling Services - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counselling If you have access to an Employee Assistance Program through your workplace, you may be eligible for free, short-term counselling services. We currently accept referrals and provide counselling through: Homewood Health EAP counselling services TELUS Health counselling services EAP counselling can support a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety and stress management Depression and burnout Workplace challenges Relationship issues Life transitions https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/1776789809673-3PZIIAE59X7BKB1C97WC/crime+victim+assistance+program.jpg Third-Party Funded Counselling Services - Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) We are approved providers for the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) in British Columbia. If you have experienced a crime, you may be eligible for funded counselling services. Our CVAP counselling services in Fernie, BC support individuals working through: The emotional impact of trauma Anxiety, depression, and fear following a crime Recovery and rebuilding a sense of safety Processing difficult experiences in a safe, supported environment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/ddeb728f-66e8-4c07-97a3-a9d151bf47b2/first+nations+health+authority.jpg Third-Party Funded Counselling Services - First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) Caledonia Counselling is honored to support Indigenous clients through the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) program. We provide culturally respectful, accessible counselling services for eligible First Nations individuals and families. Our FNHA counselling services can support: Mental health and emotional well-being Intergenerational trauma and healing Relationship and family challenges Stress, anxiety, and life transitions https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/a5649e2c-06cb-4d91-bb83-385dbbed8e72/flag.png Third-Party Funded Counselling Services - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/individual-counselling-services daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/c79d8b88-7447-4087-99ce-bb1e390ff482/2.1.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/efdeb631-ce2c-4e8d-8b17-54f341ec2f28/3.1.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/f3437ed5-dcd0-4f86-b91e-3cc31b0159c5/individual+counselling.jpg Individual Counselling Services Areas We Commonly Support Our counsellors work with a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety and stress Depression and low mood Anger and emotional regulation challenges Relationship and interpersonal difficulties We understand that these challenges are often rooted in deeper emotional experiences, not just day-to-day stressors. Moving Beyond Coping Skills While coping strategies can be helpful, our work goes further. We specialize in supporting clients who are ready to: Explore the emotional impact of past experiences Understand patterns that keep them feeling stuck Process unresolved feelings in a safe, supported way Our goal is to help you put the past in the past, rather than simply manage its effects. https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/clinical-consultation-supervision-for-helping-professionals daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/49dfd6ba-1fe3-4054-b13d-ffbce8b1057b/Karen+Walker+registered+clinical+counsellor.jpeg Clinical Consultation & Supervision for Helping Professionals - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/f2140080-2662-4d65-b57f-c824b773b2c8/counselling+certifications.png Clinical Consultation & Supervision for Helping Professionals - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/8fd854b2-b7f1-4555-b7dc-0c3f1735a21b/Caledonia_Apr_6_2026-0211+Large.jpg Clinical Consultation & Supervision for Helping Professionals - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/552009f5-8553-48ca-a363-f3dc7445c315/clinical+supervision.jpg Clinical Consultation & Supervision for Helping Professionals - Supporting Growth at Every Stage Whether you are new to the field or an experienced practitioner, Karen’s consultation services are designed to help you: Build clinical confidence and competence Deepen your case conceptualization skills Navigate ethical and professional challenges Prevent burnout through reflective, supportive practice Develop a more intentional and impactful therapeutic presence https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69bd8d17c0a17f6fe91e4f8d/1776801958404-4FPXP07BDGH8E5KF0OAA/school+counsellors.jpg Clinical Consultation & Supervision for Helping Professionals - Clinical Supervision for School Counsellors With her long-standing experience in school settings, Karen has a special interest in supporting school counsellors seeking supervision in BC. She understands the unique challenges of working in schools, including: Balancing clinical and educational roles Supporting students with diverse and complex needs Navigating systems, policies, and multidisciplinary teams Managing high caseloads and limited resources Her supervision provides a space to reflect, problem-solve, and grow within the realities of school-based practice. https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/privacy-policy daily 0.75 2026-05-01 https://www.caledoniacounselling.ca/error-404 daily 0.75 2026-05-01