When It’s Time for a Change
Finding the Right Counsellor Fit
Counselling is one of the most powerful things you can do for your mental health. But what happens when it just doesn’t feel like it’s helping anymore?
Maybe you’ve been in therapy for a while and something feels off the connection isn’t there, or you’re not seeing the progress you hoped for. It can be confusing and even discouraging, especially when you’ve already taken the brave step of reaching out for support.
The truth is: the fit between you and your counsellor matters just as much as the therapy itself. And sometimes, it’s okay even healthy to make a change.
Why the Counsellor Fit Matters
Therapy is a relationship. It’s built on trust, safety, and genuine understanding. If you don’t feel heard, seen, or supported in a way that resonates with you, it can slow down your healing.
A strong therapeutic fit helps you:
- Feel safe enough to open up fully
- Trust your counsellor’s insight and guidance
- Stay motivated and consistent with your sessions
- See deeper, more lasting change
If you’re not feeling that connection, it doesn’t mean therapy isn’t working it just might mean it’s time to find a counsellor who’s a better match for you.
Signs You Might Benefit from a Change
You might consider exploring a new counsellor if you notice:
- You leave sessions feeling unheard or misunderstood
- You’re not sure what you’re working toward anymore
- You feel judged, dismissed, or uncomfortable
- The approach doesn’t align with your values or personality
- You’ve stopped looking forward to sessions
- You sense that you’ve “outgrown” the current dynamic
Therapy should feel like a partnership not an obligation.
It’s Okay to Look for the Right Fit
Changing counsellors isn’t a failure. It’s part of the process of finding what truly supports your growth.
Many people switch therapists when they realize they need:
- A new approach or therapeutic style
- Someone with experience in a specific issue (like trauma, anxiety, or relationships)
- A counsellor whose personality or communication style feels more natural
You deserve a space where you can feel fully seen, safe, and supported where therapy feels like it’s working for you.
How Orchard Valley Counselling Can Help
At Orchard Valley Counselling in Kelowna, we understand how important the right fit is. Our team offers a variety of styles and specializations, from anxiety and relationship work to trauma-informed and holistic counselling.
We start with a free consultation so you can ask questions, share what hasn’t worked for you before, and get a feel for whether our approach feels right no pressure, no judgment.
Sometimes, the right counsellor Switch can make all the difference in how hopeful and supported you feel.
Taking the Next Step
If you’ve been thinking about a switch, you don’t have to make it complicated.
You can start with a short conversation, meet one of our therapists, and see if it feels like a better fit for you.
We’ll help you make the transition smoothly and respectfully so your healing process can continue with clarity and confidence.
Our Counsellors
📍 In-person counselling in Kelowna & West Kelowna | 💻 Online therapy across BC
If you’re ready for a fresh start in your counselling journey, reach out today to book your free consultation. We’ll help you find the right fit to move forward.