Therapists in L1V

I specialize in working with people to become better versions of themselves so they can lead more fulfilled lives. Together we can work to recognize the strengths and resilience you have within, so you can apply it to your everyday reality. ​

As humans it is easy to feel overwhelmed by our thoughts and emotions and manage their impact on our relationships and reaching life goals. Making sense of life and feeling more balanced is possible when working with a therapist you feel connected and comfortable with. My therapy approach is grounded in the values of acceptance, compassion, authenticity, and collaboration.

Are you feeling tired or sick of feeling sick and tired? From struggles with parenting, relationships and all of the other challenges life can throw our way, you may feel stuck- not sure what to do or where to turn. It’s time for a fresh start and a new beginning. With support, your teen can learn new ways to cope -and you can develop confidence in your parenting. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship with your partner. Or you’re longing for more energy and joy in your life. At Genesis Counselling, I provide services to teens, adults, couples, and families that address the whole person-mind, body, and spirit.

My goal is to get to the root of the issue(s) you are facing and help to change your relationship to the issue(s),

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, where you as the client are the expert of you and your story, and as we work together to build trust and a relationship, I can lend my clinical skills to aid in achieving your therapeutic goals. My approach is grounded in the style of therapy called Internal Family Systems, where I strive to be collaborative and empathetic in order to elicit behavioral change.

I'm Sarah (She/They), an Ontario registered Social Worker, and I'm here to walk alongside you on your path to healing and growth. I’m a Queer, gender fluid individual, with my own lived experiences. Having walked my own path, I truly understand the worth of lived experience in therapeutic work. The special insights and lessons we gather from our personal journeys provide wonderful chances for self-reflection and personal growth. Embracing the idea that lived experience is a valid way of gaining understanding is at the heart of how I approach offering caring and therapeutic support.

I am enthusiastic about developing a therapeutic-relationship with you to empower you to manage mood disorders resembling symptoms of persistent and intense feelings of sadness, and low energy, as well as, excessive worry, anxiousness, and fears. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work and clinical training in cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, solutions-focused therapy, and mindfulness. I am a clinical Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. I am also a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.

Feeling emotionally distant from your partner can be really tough. Maybe it started when life got busy, and you slowly drifted apart. You miss the days when you felt super close, loved, and truly understood by your partner. But there's hope! My focus is on helping couples overcome these challenges. If you're tired of feeling disconnected, unappreciated, or misunderstood, you're not alone. We can work together to rebuild that emotional closeness you once had.

Life isn’t easy, and it certainly has not been getting any easier. Sometimes we can make sense of, and cope with, what is happening to us. Other times we can benefit from seeking support. I am a firm believer that therapy can be a useful resource for anyone. I also understand that everyone's experience is unique. With that in mind, my goal is to individualized your sessions, so that you feel you’re getting exactly what you need to improve your mental health and get back to living life the way you want to.