I assist men who are seeking emotional balance, harmonious relationships and an overall sense of well-being. Individuals will prioritize these goals as a result of conflict or through some experience of loss, lack or pain. My specialty is short-term counselling, typically three to six sessions. Options for longer-term support are also available. Counselling begins with an initial consultation. The purpose of these 50-minute introductory sessions is to identify an approach that will provide you with the greatest possible benefit in the shortest period of time. A consultation can usually be scheduled within five days of your call.

I’m here for you. I know, life doesn't always work out as we had hoped. As a trauma-sensitive therapist, I provide a safe space to listen to concerns, make sense of feelings, and discover barriers to your progress. My focus is to help you explore, grow, and thrive as you become aware of your inner strength. My style is gentle, authentic, and attentive as I collaborate with you to engage your resiliency and move forward to where you want to be in your life. If you are struggling in a relationship, are grieving a loss, or have tried everything to find stability with anxiety or after a trauma, I encourage you to give me a call.

I am a Social Worker who enjoys helping people learn to think differently, feel better and have more fulfilling relationships and lives. In a world where it seems rare, I strive to offer a high level of customer service through attentive and personalized support to my clients who understand that therapy involves hard work and determination. I am specialized in helping people with substance and behavioral addictions (compulsive sexual behavior, gambling).

My practice specializes in working with youth, couples, and families. I support clientele who need support with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and self-esteem. Many of my clients are experiencing mental health struggles related to their life transitions such as divorce/separation, death of a loved one, and work-related challenges. I can provide you, and your partner, single sessions, brief therapy, and long-term psychotherapy. I offer my services through my office, at your home through Zoom (video therapy), or any location convenient for you. I will ensure that you feel comfortable with the process of starting therapy.

Are you wanting to: turn toward your trauma, grief, panic, anxiety, depression, loss, or broken heart; build resilience; reconnect; experience relief; create new meaning; grow the good; and tap into peace? I can help you find safe, evidence based, heart-centered and meaningful ways to do just that, in person and, on-line with video conferencing technology.

I work with individuals and couples who are seeking improved communication, increased connection, reduced conflict, intimacy, facing a mental health diagnosis in partner, Operational Stress Injuries including PTSD, veterans issues, and major life transitions. Seeking therapy takes courage and vulnerability, so we will work together to make you feel at ease and able to progress based on your unique needs and strengths.

Sometimes people get stuck. Individuals and couples come to me for counselling to talk about a variety of problems - things like conflict in relationships, anxiety, depression, overwhelming stress, abuse, grief, vocational crisis, or anger. A counselling relationship helps people to move from understanding issues to co-creating solutions - solutions that shrink and manage problems. I use an integrative approach, drawing on different counselling methods depending on what works best for the client, including practices from cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and solution-based therapy. I can help you to move through difficult times with courage, accountability, and positive resolve.

*Accepting new clients* Stressed out? Tearful? Worries racing in your mind? Angry? Sexually Frustrated? Feeling alone? Confused about what to do? It's ok to ask for help! I offer calm and compassionate counselling with therapeutic approaches that are right for your individual needs with focus on your strengths and experiences to build insight, increase self awareness as I listen and support you in achieving your hopes and goals. Let's connect so you can get closer to living the life you want! Free phone consultations and a sliding fee scale so your financial demands don’t stop you from getting the help you deserve!

I am currently accepting new couples for relationship counselling on a waiting list for April 2021. Please email me to discuss more. My practice is small and dedicated. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (RP; CCC) working in private practice with 24 years of experience. Fees covered by third party insurance/medical benefits. My approach is person-centered, mindful, narrative, and accepting.

I assist women who are experiencing emotional pain related to family relationships, workplace conflict, social alienation and loneliness, financial problems, intimacy and sexuality, a lack of confidence, grief, loss and trauma, and who are unsure about the best way to navigate these challenges. My personal and professional experience has confirmed for me that every form of physical, mental or spiritual disturbance is an invitation to growth and transformation, and that no expression of "new life" is possible without them. These difficulties need not be feared. They contain not only the promise of change, but the means by which it can be realized.

I have 23 years in private practice and public service co-creating well-being with all ages and relationship configurations. Come work with me to address issues pertaining to your chronic human-ness. Addiction, drug culture & use; the blues, depression & anxiety; violence & social justice; family and personal crises; LGBTQ issues; young adult & menopausal transition times; & all aspects of relationships both inter- and intra-personal are my areas of interest and proficiency. Group trainings are available to address any of these issues.

Are you ready to put some of your issues behind you? Are you exhausted from inner turmoil and feeling stuck? I’ve been helping people improve their mental and emotional health for over 25 years. My personal journey toward mental health and well-being inspired me to help others. I specialize in trauma and abuse therapy in which I primarily use an Emotionally Focused Therapy framework. Additionally, I take a person-centered, attachment-based and strengths-based approach. I work with individuals who struggle with a wide range of issues including flashbacks, emotional numbness, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, etc.

“Extraordinary people survive under the most terrible circumstances and they become more extraordinary because of it.” ― Robertson Davies

I appreciate that seeking help can be intimidating. Many people feel that they suffer alone. People do not realize how common it is to suffer from mental health-related issues. In North America, one in five adults suffer from distress, such as depression, anxiety, and interpersonal problems. Psychotherapy is extremely effective at treating a wide variety of psychological issues. I provide evidence-based, individualized, and collaborative treatment to ensure the quality of care. My approach to psychotherapy incorporates cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT).

At all stages of life individuals and families can find themselves wanting change. Approaches to counselling need to fit the needs of the individuals looking for support. My practice focuses primarily on supporting children, teens and young adults navigate issues related to relationships, family dynamics, self identity, anxiety and stress. Young children often have difficulty expressing themselves verbally. Children are invited to express themselves in counselling through art, puppetry, sand and play.

*2021: Accepting some new clients for telephone therapy* We're living in unique times and things are challenging for a lot of us! It's very natural to be struggling with things like isolation & loneliness; stress from changing work demands; relationship issues; anxiety & depression and more. If you're feeling the weight of these or any other issues, I welcome you to reach out so we can create a safe and comfortable space that can help meet your goals.

Psychotherapy literally means "Healing the Soul." Our personalities and the world around us are multifaceted and often mysterious. Exploring the mystery of who we are can bring clarity and meaning to our lives, our relationship with the world, and open new perspectives and possibilities in how we live. I have worked and studied in many areas including social work, philosophy, music, martial arts and shamanic practices. I use a wide range of modalities depending on the needs, uniqueness and preferences of each person. My therapy training includes Existential-Integrative psychotherapy which emphasizes the search for authenticity, meaning and wholeness in our lives.

Resolve Counselling Services Canada offers a number of programs and services that have been developed to support adults, youth, couples and families overcome challenges that affect their emotional and social well-being. All of our counsellors believe that the individuals, couples, families, and groups who come to us for counselling are resilient and possess the inherent strengths needed to solve their unique set of challenges. Each of our clinical counsellors uses a counselling approach that is informed by current best practices.

I work with individuals, couples and families who are finding themselves stuck, unsure of next steps or finding it difficult to work through life's obstacles. Together we will address areas of challenges and growth to improve life satisfaction, communication, emotional expression and behaviours that are getting in the way of life. I have experience working with military, first responders and frontline workers and their families, those affected by Operational Stress Injuries including PTSD, and major life transitions associated with the their occupations.

During my time working in the social service industry, I have come to understand the barriers people face in seeking help with their mental health. Whether it be difficult life circumstances or coping with persistent negative emotions, it may feel overwhelming knowing where and how to start. Sometimes we may even want to withdraw or find other ways to cope that bring us temporary relief, but contribute the issues at hand. Thinking about addressing these issues may cause fear or discomfort, however it is only when we address our pain that we can then start to heal. I am here to help you through that process.