Therapists in H2K

Are you a gay man who is overwhelmed by the intensity of your feelings? Do certain situations feel triggering or remind you of a past trauma? It can feel unbearable when you’re just trying to keep it together, and hoping nobody notices when you start breathing rapidly, sweating, or shaking. Even between intense moments, there can be a low-level anxiety that feels like it’s always lurking, ready to take over at any time. Not to mention the shame about not feeling in control of your responses. The good news is that there are specific skills that can be learned to listen to your emotions and think about your past in a whole new way.

Sometimes words are not enough. As a music therapist, I bring music making and listening into the therapy room to help people express themselves creatively, develop new coping skills and reconnect to their authentic self. From listening to music, improvising on instruments, to songwriting, every session is shaped by clients' presenting needs and strengths. I listen and support participants through my own music and through active listening and verbal reflections. No musical background is required to participate in music therapy.

In my private-individual practice in social work, I offer psychosocial services. Active listening is my way to welcome you, in order to understand your situation, your needs and your aimed changes. Thereafter, with your consent and respecting your pace, we will explore your condition and your context in more depth. By using the techniques that seem most relevant to your situation, we will be able to identify and work on the aspects and difficulties related to emotions, perceptions, beliefs, culture, identity questions and relationships with your environment that may harm your mental health (anxiety, depression, social functioning)

Many of us face times in our lives when we need support to get through difficult periods. I see psychotherapy as a safe space to explore yourself, gain self-insight and understanding, and develop tools and resources to face the ups and downs of life. Since 2011, I have had the chance to work with adults with various needs and challenges. I have supported clients to work through relationship difficulties, repetitive patterns that were no longer serving them, anxiety, depression, painful emotions related to present or past events (including traumas), self-esteem issues, grief and loss, and adjustment to chronic illness.

If you are feeling anxious, stressed out, or overwhelmed by sadness or anger, getting support often helps! Improve your relationships and reduce your suffering. I offer empathetic and supportive listening, practical techniques to help regulate your emotions, improve conflicts with the people in your life, and will accompany you in making sense of what you're going through.