About Senja.

I’m Senja (she/her; pronounced Sen-ya), a creative, compassionate, and motivated individual with a deep passion for helping others and a strong drive for ongoing education. I graduated from the University of British Columbia (Okanagan campus) with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2021. Afterward, I spent two years developing practical skills as an employment counsellor in the social services field. During this time, I continued to feel the pull to return to academia to fulfill my longstanding goal of becoming a therapist. In September 2025, I received my Master of Social Work (Clinical focus) from UBC Okanagan and am now a Registered Social Worker (RSW) and counsellor (RCC, CCC).

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I successfully completed three clinically focused practicums which supported me in developing my theoretical orientation and honing my counselling skills. Practicing under different supervisors both virtually and in-person supported me in critiquing and refining my approach to therapy.

For all my services I aim to curate a person-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-focused approach. I continue to teach both yoga and meditation in the Okanagan community and integrate these mindfulness practices into my counselling approach when appropriate.

Outside of my professional life, I can be found reading, enjoying many forms of movement (hiking, snowboarding, weight-lifting, and yoga), engaging in creative pursuits (photography, drawing, and crochet), enjoying time outdoors (camping and swimming), and spending time with my family and friends!