she/her · MC · RCC

Bridget McDermott

Individual counselling for adults
In-person in Invermere · Online across BC

Availability: In-person Tue & Thurs (incl. Thurs evenings) · Online Mon, Wed, Fri
$160 (50 min) · $245 (80 min)

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Bridget McDermott Counselling
http://bridgetmcdermottcounselling.com
info@bridgetmcdermottcounselling.com

Who I work with

You may be carrying grief, feeling overwhelmed by painful experiences, or trying to make sense of how ADHD affects your everyday life. Maybe you want to build confidence, sharpen your focus, or feel more at ease when the pressure is on. I work with adults who want room to feel heard and support to move forward. You don’t need to have everything figured out before we begin. We can start with what matters most to you, at a pace that feels manageable.

Areas of focus

Main focus: Trauma · Complex & developmental trauma · Grief & loss
Also work with: ADHD & neurodivergence · Performance & confidence · Anxiety & stress · Depression · Self-esteem · Life transitions

How I work

I’m a Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDR consultant in training, and I draw on EMDR alongside Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), clinical hypnosis, cognitive behavioural therapy and person-centred, trauma-informed practice. I offer a compassionate, curious and hopeful space. In our first sessions, I’ll listen to your story, ask what you’re hoping for, and make room for your questions. You choose how much to share, and together we’ll explore which approaches feel right for you. My style is flexible and shaped around your needs and goals. We work together to understand what you’re carrying, notice your strengths, and find a path forward.

Therapy style

Warm, calm & gentle
Flexible, following what comes up

Services & Approaches

Services: Individual counselling (50 or 80 minutes)
Approaches: EMDR (Certified) · Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) · Clinical hypnosis · CBT · Person-centred therapy
Communities I work with: Neurodivergent adults (ADHD) · First responders & veterans

  • Master of Counselling (MC) | Yorkville University (2023)
  • Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) | BCACC (2023)
  • Certified EMDR Therapist | Trauma Therapy Institute (2024)
  • Deep Brain Reorienting, Level 2 (2026)
  • Clinical Hypnosis, Level 1 | Canadian Society of Clinical Hypnosis (2026)
  • The Complexities of Complex Trauma | ISSTD
  • EMDR for grief and loss
  • CBT for anxiety, including exposure and response prevention (ERP)
  • ADHD training | PESI
  • Peak performance consultation
  • Currently training in:
    • EMDR Consultant in Training | Trauma Therapy Institute (2027)
    • Deep Brain Reorienting, Level 3 (2027)
    • Clinical Hypnosis, Level 2 | ASCH (2026)
    • ISSTD advanced trauma training, part two
    • Doctorate in Psychology, Clinical Specialization | California Southern University (in progress, 2030)

A bit about me

I’m based in Invermere and feel grateful to live, work and play in such a beautiful place. I value how counselling makes room for all of life, the hard things and the good moments, and meets each with compassion, curiosity and hope.

Getting started

If you’d like to see whether we’re a good fit, you can start with a free 20-minute consult. It’s a chance to ask questions and get a feel for working together, and you can book it, or a full session, through the same link.

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Learn more: Adult Counselling | EMDR | Deep Brain Reorienting | Clinical Hypnosis