About Katya

About Katya

Providing counselling for Nelson BC and beyond

Katya Coad, RTC

I don’t define you by your struggles—rather I see you as a whole, resourceful person with great capacity for growth and healing

As a lifelong learner fascinated by human nature, I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from California State University, Chico, followed by a Master of Fine Arts from Claremont Graduate School. I completed the coursework for a Master of Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University and earned my Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) designation at Orca Institute in Vancouver, where I also completed my practicum. My experience includes working with disadvantaged teens, marginalized communities, and crisis intervention. I take a trauma-informed, person-centered approach, integrating Somatic Experiencing, CBT, parts work, and inner child healing.

 

I walk side-by-side with you

With your confidentiality is my top priority

I don’t aim to “fix” you—rather, I support and empower you. As you guide your own healing journey, I’ll offer:

• Encouragement and unwavering support

• A genuine, evolving presence

• Thoughtful questions and reflections

• Practical tools to assist you along the way

Together, we’ll uncover the inner resources you already have to move forward with greater confidence.

 

I Love Supporting People

real growth happens

real growth happens

when we welcome our inner experience with kindness and curiosity, transformation is inevitable