FIND YOUR RIGHT COUNSELLOR
Not all of our counsellors offer every service, but we’re here to help you find the right fit. If you’re unsure who to connect with, book a free consultation through our contact form and we’ll help you determine which counsellor best meets your needs.
Our other team members
Ben Togeretz
Business Operations
Ben is a partner in Bowline Mental Health, working hard behind the scenes to ensure that things are operating smoothly. With a background in fisheries and wildlife biology, Ben is passionate about getting people outdoors and enjoying the benefits of nature. His goal is to make it easier for people to get the mental health help that they need, and to have them enjoy and appreciate the process.
When not working, Ben is busy spending time with his wife and four kids. If he isn’t in his sunroom you might find him on the water, in the woods, or serving his church community.
If you’re interested in exploring new opportunities or partnerships with Bowline, send him a message!
Dr. Carl Nienhuis
PhD, CMPC
After receiving his Bachelor of Arts from the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), Carl completed graduate studies in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Ottawa. He is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant with the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, a professional member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association, and a Professor in the School of Kinesiology at UFV.
Carl’s background includes performance and wellness enhancement, teaching, coaching, and counselling. From fostering positive living skills in youth to helping national and Olympic team athletes achieve consistent performance on the world stage, Carl’s goal is to help others experience joy, meaning and connection in their pursuits while developing the tools they need to navigate change and challenge.
Dr. Steven Esau
PhD, RCC
Steven is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who holds a Doctorate in Behavioural Health and has over a decade of experience in providing clinical supervision. Steve works from a relational model using a wide variety of counselling modalities, with a strong focus on incorporating nature, as well as leading and facilitating adventure-based experiences. He is a Clinical Faculty member with the Department of Psychiatry at UBC, a director with a not-for-profit, and works internationally providing clinical services.