Kurina Plaha

Registered Professional Counsellor | Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (Provisional)

Child & Youth Counselling

Areas of Focus

  • Child Play Therapy

  • Youth Expressive Play Therapy

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Life Transitions for Pre-Teens & Teens

I am a Registered Professional Counsellor and Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (Provisional), with over eight years of experience supporting children, youth and families. My background includes working as a Community Support Worker, a Child and Youth Counsellor in a school district, and in private practice.

I work with children and youth to help them navigate emotional challenges, life transitions and changes in their relationships. I also recognize the important role caregivers play in a child's growth and well-being, and aim to support families as they work toward positive change.

My approach is tailored to each child's age, needs and personality. I draw from Play Therapy, expressive arts, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy and Gestalt Therapy to help young clients explore their experiences, build emotional awareness and develop skills for managing life's challenges.

Starting counselling can be a big step for both children and their families. I aim to offer a supportive space where young people can feel understood, build confidence and work through challenges at their own pace.

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Specialized Professional Training

  • Counselling Therapy Diploma with Distinction — Stenberg College

  • Therapeutic Play Certification — Institute of Child Psychology

  • Pre-Teens and Teens in Play Therapy — Institute of Child Psychology

  • Working with Adopted Children in Play Therapy — Synergetic Play Therapy Institute

  • Strategies to Improve Behaviour, Build Character and Boost Confidence — The Wellness Institute

  • Supporting Adults Who Parent Children with Big Emotions — Moving Forward Family Services (MFFS)

  • Core Skills and Interventions for Child and Youth Therapy — Bright Minds Counselling

  • Person-Centred Thinking Training

  • MANDT Training — Relationship-based prevention, de-escalation and intervention

  • Nonviolent Communication (NVC) Training

  • DSM-5 Industry Certification