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Orli Paling, Registered Clinical Counsellor offers trauma-informed addiction and adhd support in BC

Orli Paling

I’ve always been drawn to people’s stories—the real, unfiltered ones about struggle, resilience, and growth. Long before I became a therapist, I was fascinated by the ways people find strength in the hardest circumstances. That passion eventually shaped not just my career, but also my commitment to helping people who feel caught in cycles of addiction, ADHD, and mental health challenges.

My approach is direct but always compassionate. I don’t believe addiction is the “whole problem” more often, it’s a way of coping with pain, pressure, or unmet needs. ADHD, trauma, or mental health struggles can add to the chaos, making life feel unmanageable. In our work together, I focus on understanding your whole experience, your history, your strengths, and the unique puzzle pieces that make up your life. From there, we’ll build individualized strategies to help you regain a sense of stability and move toward lasting recovery.

Why do I do this work? Because I’ve seen again and again that change is possible when people are given a safe space to be fully themselves. I care deeply about creating that space, judgment-free, practical, and focused on what matters most to you.

Hobbies & Interests

Outside of my practice, I’m a partner, a parent, and a believer in balance. You’ll often find me walking through Vancouver with an iced jasmine tea in hand, listening to a comedy podcast and reminding myself that rest is just as important as hard work.

Education & Experience

I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia. Over the years, I’ve worked in public health, intensive youth addiction treatment, and now in private practice at OP Counselling. Alongside my practice, I also support men in a residential treatment program and provide clinical supervision to graduate students—work that keeps me grounded in both experience and accountability.

If you’re ready to explore your next steps, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you. Therapy makes it possible to move from powerlessness to empowered.

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