Therapists in Thunder Bay, ON

It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.

I have been working with people in the realm of adult mental health for over 35 years. It is my privilege to assist people on their journey towards self-actualization. I specialize in working with trauma but any life related issue is welcome. Life is bumpy and uncomfortable at times. My clients find a safe space to discuss their stressors.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I have experience working with adults in addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, traumatic grief and loss, and a variety of other life transitional issues. I believe that therapy should fit the person, that is why I make it my goal to collaborate with clients and work with them based on their culture, beliefs, values as well as my clinical judgement.

Change is a difficult and humbling process. Being patient, kind, and forgiving of ourselves is not usually something we learned as children. Talk therapy is not advice or guidance: it's learning to hear your own decision-making processes, noticing feelings and what needs your trying to meet, discovering your value systems, and moving forward with small deliberate changes. Together in session we will tailor the work we do to suit your specific concerns. Researching therapists, going to therapy, looking at our least helpful patterns, or deliberating on whether to stay or leave a difficult situation takes courage. I congratulate you.

I am accepting NEW patients! I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which has been proven to be very effective in a wide variety of situations, particularly with traumatic memories. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations (refugees, newcomers, trauma victims & LGBTQ+ communities) and front-line staff (police officers, paramedics, firefighters, doctors, nurses, veterans etc). I have helped many people reclaim their lives and move forward after the unimaginable happens-I look forward to helping you do the same.

I believe in providing a warm, safe, compassionate environment for my clients. I meet clients where they are in their journey and provide a judgement free zone. Your life is important and only you can decide which path to take. I would be honouored to support you through the process.

If you're feeling stuck, you've come to the right place. For over 15 years I have been helping clients find their way through pain, anxiety, and stress to a more fulfilling and rewarding life. I work collaboratively with youth, couples, and adults to help them address the troublesome memories and experiences from the past, the struggles and difficulties of today, and the anxieties and fears about the future. Utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches means I tailor counselling to fit your personal style, your goals, and your unique life experiences.