You're tired of shrinking to fit.
Old expectations about who you should be, how you should love, or what you should look like are getting heavy.
Counselling in Vernon, BC & online
Find your path back to clarity. balance. belonging.
Queer-affirming, trauma-informed counselling with Mandy Hare (she/her) for individuals, couples, every kind of relationship, and youth 12+. Meet in person in Vernon or online.
- EMDR-trained
- 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming
- Health at Every Size
- Youth 12+
Hi, I'm Mandyshe/her · EMDR-trained
Free consult call 20 min · online · $0
In person or onlineVernon office or from home
Queer-affirming, trauma-informed, EMDR, CBT, somatic awareness, Health at Every Size, poly and ENM affirming, youth 12+, couples and relationships, food and body.
Sound familiar?
You don't have to carry this on your own.
Food and your body feel like a battle.
Eating, movement and body image take up more of your energy than you want them to.
The past still lives in your body.
Tension, panic or numbness that doesn't match the moment, and memories that still feel close.
Your relationship doesn't fit the script.
Queer, poly, open, or still figuring it out, and you want a counsellor who gets it without needing a lecture.
Your teen is struggling.
They need a safe, affirming adult to talk to who isn't a parent or a teacher.
You're exploring who you are.
Questions about identity, sexuality and gender deserve curiosity and care, never judgement.
If any of these feel close to home, a short call is an easy first step.
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Meet Mandy
I've come to believe that there is no single “right” way to be a person, to love, or to move through the world.
Mandy Hare
Counsellor · she/her
Much of my work, and my own life, has been about creating space to question old expectations and discover what authenticity truly looks like.
Our identities, relationships, and lived experiences shape the way we move through the world. My passion is creating a space where you can feel safe to show up fully as yourself while navigating growth, healing, and self-discovery.
I work with people of all ages, with a particular passion for supporting queer individuals, youth (12+), and anyone navigating eating disorders or a complicated relationship with food and body.
My approach is collaborative and client-centred, grounded in a trauma-informed lens. I'm trained in EMDR, with a particular interest in CBT and somatic awareness practices. I'll often invite you to gently notice sensations in your body as part of understanding emotions and processing experiences, building a deeper connection between mind and body.
As a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, I'm passionate about creating an affirming, inclusive space for individuals and partners navigating identity, sexuality, and relationship dynamics.
CollaborativeClient-centredTrauma-informedMind–bodyQueer-affirming
Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time in nature with my wife and dog.
20min
Free consult call
12+
Youth welcome from age 12
75min
Extended sessions available
2ways
In person or online
How I can help
Care that meets you where you are.
Identity
Queer-affirming practice
My own lived experience has shaped my work with queer identities and relationships.
A space where you don't have to explain or defend who you are before the real work can begin.
Relationships
Relationship diversity
Queer partnerships, heterosexual couples, and ethically non-monogamous relationships, including polyamory and open relationships.
Exploring communication, boundaries, attachment, intimacy, and the complexities of modern relationships.
Trauma
Trauma-informed care
Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to support you in processing trauma and difficult life experiences.
We move at a pace that feels safe, with attention to what your body is telling you.
Body
Body acceptance & health advocacy
My practice integrates Health at Every Size (HAES) principles, functional movement, and body acceptance.
Support for eating disorders and complicated relationships with food and body, without weight-loss goals or food rules.
Approaches
EMDREye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing helps the brain process distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming.
CBTCognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions, and builds practical tools.
Somatic awarenessGently noticing sensations in the body to understand emotions and process experiences.
Health at Every SizeA weight-neutral approach centred on wellbeing, respect and body acceptance.
Functional movementMovement for how it helps you feel and function, not for how it changes your body.
Getting started
Your first steps are small ones.
Reaching out can be the hardest part. Here's what happens after you do.
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20 minutes · free
Book a free consult call
A relaxed online chat to share a little about what's going on, ask questions, and see whether working together feels right.
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Your choice
Choose how we meet
In person at the Vernon office, or online from wherever you feel most comfortable. Every session type is offered both ways.
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At your pace
Your first session
We get to know what's bringing you in and what you're hoping for. There's nothing you need to prepare, and you set the pace.
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Made for you
Find what works for you
Drawing on EMDR, CBT and somatic awareness, we shape the work around your needs, your identity and your goals.
Clarity · Balance · Belonging
Sessions & fees
Clear options, no surprises.
Start hereOnline · video call
Free consult call
A no-pressure conversation to see if we're a good fit and answer your questions.
$020 minutes
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IndividualIn person · VernonOnline · video
Individual counselling
One-on-one support for whatever you're carrying, from identity and relationships to trauma, food and body.
$16050 minutes
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Individual · extendedIn person · VernonOnline · video
Individual therapy, 75 min
A longer session with extra room to settle in and go deeper.
$24075 minutes
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CouplesIn person · VernonOnline · video
Couples counselling
For partners working on communication, connection, boundaries and repair.
$17550 minutes
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Poly-affirmingIn person · VernonOnline · video
Relationship counselling
For individuals and partners exploring or practising polyamory or non-monogamy.
$20050 minutes
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Youth 12+In person · VernonOnline · video
Youth counselling
A safe, affirming space for young people aged 12 and up to talk things through.
$16050 minutes
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Book online any time, 24/7.
Can't find a time? Join the waitlist →
Questions
Good to know.
Still wondering about something? Send an email, or bring it to your free consult.
It's a 20-minute online call at no cost. You can share a bit about what's going on, ask how I work, and decide whether it feels like a good fit. There's no obligation to book further sessions.
Yes. Individual, couples, relationship and youth sessions are all available in person in Vernon or online, so you can choose what works best for you.
The office is at 3007 28th Avenue in Vernon, inside the Meridian Rehabilitation building. The front door is locked after 4:30 pm, so I'll meet you at the front door at the time of your appointment. Feel free to arrive a few minutes early.
Yes. I work with young people aged 12 and up, and I'm especially passionate about supporting queer youth and youth navigating food and body concerns.
Absolutely. I'm a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and I welcome individuals and partners from all relationship structures, including queer, heterosexual, polyamorous and open relationships.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a structured therapy that helps the brain process distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming. We can talk together about whether it fits your goals.
It means a weight-neutral approach. We focus on your wellbeing, body acceptance and how movement helps you feel, rather than on weight loss or food rules.
You can book online any time. For anything else, email mandy@mandyharecounselling.com.
Visit & contact
Find me in Vernon.
Mandy Hare Counselling
Inside the Meridian Rehabilitation buildingGet directions →
Inside the Meridian Rehabilitation buildingGet directions →
Address
3007 28th Avenue
Vernon, BC V1T 1W2
Vernon, BC V1T 1W2
Inside the Meridian Rehabilitation building.
After 4:30 pm
The front door locks at 4:30 pm. Mandy will meet you at the front door at the time of your appointment.
Whenever you're ready
Every path begins with one small step.
Book a free 20-minute consult call. No pressure and no commitment, just a conversation.