Thrive Therapists
Master's level counsellors
Meet the Thrive Team - Find Your Therapist in Kelowna, BC
Choosing a counsellor is a personal decision, and finding the right fit matters. Our team is made up of thoughtful, compassionate clinicians who bring a range of perspectives, areas of focus, and experience to the work.
While each clinician has their own style and training, care at Thrive is grounded in shared values — collaboration, integrity, and deep respect for your pace and process. Therapy here isn't about being fixed or pushed; it's about being supported in ways that feel meaningful and sustainable.
You're welcome to explore our team below and choose the clinician who feels like the best match. If you're unsure where to start, we can help guide you toward someone who aligns with what you're looking for. Not sure which service is right for you? Explore our therapy services to learn more.
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Karis Hand, MSW, RSW — Registered Social Worker
Karis is a Registered Social Worker committed to creating a warm, supportive environment where clients — youth (13+) and adults — can show up as they are. She believes that feeling seen, heard, and understood is an important part of meaningful change, and works collaboratively with clients to explore their experiences and move toward the life they want.
Karis takes a holistic approach to counselling, recognizing the connection between mind, body, and spirit, as well as the broader systems we exist within. She has a particular interest in working with youth and young adults, offering a space where young people can talk openly about stress, friendships, family dynamics, and identity — at a pace that feels comfortable. She also values collaboration with parents where appropriate, while maintaining the confidentiality needed for youth to feel safe and supported.
Holistic and collaborative approach
Karis draws from a range of therapeutic modalities, working alongside clients to understand how thoughts, emotions, relationships, and overall well-being are connected:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Attachment-Based Approaches
Karis offers both in-person and virtual sessions to provide flexible and accessible support.
Outside of the therapy space, Karis enjoys being outdoors — whether hiking, climbing, or camping — as well as creating art, reading, and spending quality time with the people who matter most to her.
Best fit for: Anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, ADHD & neurodiversity, youth & young adults (13+)
Introductory Offer
80 Minute Session for $150
$225 — a saving of $75. First 10 new clients only.
Kea Fox, MACP, RCC — Founder & Clinical Director
Kea is a Registered Clinical Counsellor practicing in Kelowna, BC. She founded Thrive Clinical Counselling with the belief that therapy should feel thoughtful, human, and responsive to the complexity of real life. Her work is grounded in an integrative, trauma-informed approach that adapts to each client's goals, needs, and learning style. Kea is committed to ongoing professional development and continually expanding her skill set to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the clients she supports.
Her approach is collaborative and paced with care. Whether supporting individuals through anxiety, self-doubt, life transitions, or the impact of past experiences, Kea works alongside clients to build insight and develop tools that feel both practical and meaningful.
Integrative clinical approach
Kea draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, integrating approaches in a way that is responsive, flexible, and tailored to the individual:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Attachment Focused Therapy
Outside of the therapy space, Kea values rest, often spending time on the water or exploring local trails with her dog, Benji, and staying connected with the people in her life. She holds a long-term dream of welcoming a corgi therapy dog into the Thrive space one day.
Best fit for: Anxiety, self-doubt, life transitions, trauma, personal growth
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you know who you'd like to work with or you're still figuring it out, we're here to help. Book online or reach out and we'll guide you toward the right fit.