The Mountainside Wellness Team
Caylan Barber
RTC (She/Her)
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Chief Executive Officer
I've always been a listener. Hearing other people, truly hearing and understanding them resonates with me on a soul level. Over the years I took this passion and continuously learned everything I could about how to best support the people who chose to trust me with their stories.
I started by studying Behavioural Neuroscience for 3 years at Laurentian University and volunteered in adolescent psychiatry before moving back to BC. Then I began to work with Indigenous youth and inter-generational trauma. Eventually my partner and I settled in Revelstoke, where I also discovered this profound passion for everything related to fertility, birth, postpartum and nurturing the developing mind. Here is where I became a mother myself.
After becoming a mother, I completed my diploma of Applied Psychology and Counselling through the Kelowna College of Professional Counselling. Currently I am registered through the ACCT as a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC).
My Indigenous background is still deeply routed in the way I live my life: with a holistic balance. I believe in balancing the emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual (whatever that means to you) sides of oneself. I am also proudly a part of the queer and neurodiverse communities, and use my experience in both worlds to inform the work that I do with others.
Life has taught me to never underestimate people, and that everyone has unique needs when it comes to healing, because we all have unique identities and ways of functioning.
It is one of the reasons I can truly listen without judgement. Everyone has a journey, reasons behind their actions, and their own perspective that is uniquely theirs.
My current areas of focus include Neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD), perinatal mental health, trauma, inter-generational trauma, and couples. I use a variety of modalities, and draw from CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, parts work, Brainspotting, narrative therapy, and relational therapy.
Outside of work, you’ll find me with my head in the books, preferably outside, and taking my little one on adventures. I also volunteer on the Board of Directors for the Indigenous Friendship Society.
Jeremy Williams
RPC, ADHD-CCSP, ASDCS
(He/They)
Registered Professional Counsellor
ADHD Clinical Service Provider
Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
Chief Operations Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Jeremy Williams is an AuDHD Registered Professional Counsellor who brings cutting-edge counselling techniques to the forefront of his practice, ensuring that individuals receive the most effective and innovative support. With a deep understanding of various therapeutic modalities, Jeremy tailors his approach to meet the unique needs of each client, fostering positive and lasting outcomes.
As an ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider and a specialist in ADHD, neurodiversity, autism, and addictions counselling, Jeremy is dedicated to providing comprehensive support for individuals navigating the challenges associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder, and substance misuse.
His nuanced understanding of neurodiversity and addictions allows him to develop tailored strategies that empower clients to harness their strengths and overcome obstacles, promoting personal and professional success.
Jeremy also takes great pride in his work as a Practicum Manager in partnership with Rhodes Wellness College, where he offers eight students a year the opportunity to complete their 120 hour practicums and earn their Professional Counselling Diplomas.
Trainings and Certifications
As a member of the queer community and the Chair of the Governance Committee for the Board of Directors of QMUNITY, Jeremy is passionate about mental health advocacy, equity/diversity/inclusion, and 2SLGBTQIA+ issues; actively working to dismantle stigma and promote a culture of well-being. Through community outreach, awareness campaigns, and educational initiatives, he strives to create environments that prioritise mental health and foster understanding and compassion.
With a wealth of experience as a company director, Jeremy has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, guiding organizations through strategic planning and execution. His visionary approach ensures that businesses not only navigate challenges successfully but also thrive in competitive markets. Jeremy's leadership is characterised by a commitment to innovation, adaptability, and a keen understanding of organisational dynamics.
As an engaging manager, Jeremy fosters a collaborative and inclusive team culture. His approach emphasises open communication, mentorship, and a commitment to the professional development of team members. Under Jeremy's leadership, teams not only meet but exceed expectations, creating a positive and high-performing work environment.
Jeremy Williams is more than a professional; he is a catalyst for positive change. His diverse skill set, spanning counselling, leadership, and advocacy, positions him as a sought-after expert capable of driving individual and organisational success. Whether guiding individuals through personal challenges or steering companies toward new heights, Jeremy's dedication to excellence is unwavering.
Chantel Fewtrell
Practicum Student
(She/Her)
I have always been drawn to helping professions, however I soon discovered my true passion is helping others with their emotional well being and inner healing journeys. I believe health not only encompasses physical health but also mental well being, as individuals cannot fully thrive unless they are both physically well and mentally well.
I began my first career as a Registered Nurse 11 years ago, after gaining an interest in helping others heal their emotional body, I have since gained a Graduate Diploma in Psychology, a BSc Honours in Psychology graduating with first class honours, and I am currently studying a PhD in Psychology. I feel it is a privilege to support others on their journey of healing and growth and I am extremely passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental, and compassionate space where people can express their personal stories. I also help individuals to develop the tools to navigate difficult emotions, thoughts, or challenging life experiences. My approach to counselling involves both therapeutic approaches as well as coaching methods. I work with clients to confront difficult life experiences, heal old wounds, trauma or unprocessed emotions, and identify limiting beliefs. I also focus on developing mindfulness skills to help individuals be present to their everyday experiences and utilise coaching methods to help individuals create a future they can look forward to and ultimately experience more joy and meaning in life.
Outside of work I’m either skiing in the backcountry with my hubby, mountain biking, or surfing, and I have recently picked up the guitar.
I primarily use a client-centred approach to facilitate self discovery.
Other modalities I draw upon include:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Compassion Focused Therapy
Dialectical Behavioural therapy
Solution Focused Therapy.
Currently I am working regularly at the Golden Branch
Natalie Kristelijn
RPCc (She/Her)
Registered Professional Counsellor Candidate
I became a counsellor to be able to offer support and hold hope to those of us living with struggles and challenges. I feel fulfilled when witnessing my clients gain insight in their own journey and patterns as well as learning ways to cope.
My approach to counselling is that I believe we are stronger than we think and capable of healing and living a fulfilled and balanced life. I wish for my place in this world to be like that of a lighthouse: to shine a light that offers clarity, safety and hope to those in need.
I enjoy working with young adults ages 21 and up and I am personally motivated to support newcomers to Vancouver / Canada that may struggle with cultural adjustments, as well as those going through grief and loss, anxiety and depression.
I work with the following modalities:
Individual Therapy
CBT
DBT
Narrative Therapy
Existential Therapy
My goal as a counsellor is to look for connection and offer a safe space for any stories, thoughts or experiences you may share. My style is to approach things with curiosity, acceptance and a dash of humour. My wish is for my client to feel heard, understood and self-empowered to change their life for the better.
My hobbies include travelling and being in nature as well as biking every day. Aside from that, I get my dopamine hits from petting cute dogs and enjoying music, art and movies.
