Therapists in M4R

Children, youth and families face unique challenges in todays society. Increased academic pressure, social media, online exposure to societal challenges and dangers; the list goes on. Child and family therapy can provide meaningful support and direction when families are overwhelmed with mental health stress stemming from family transitions, school, social pressures and emotional difficulties. More over, children and youth are increasingly being diagnosed with anxiety and depression disorders, and the need for comprehensive, evidence-based care is critical. If your children is struggling, please do not hesitate to reach out.

You're feeling overwhelmed because it feels like the rug has just been ripped out from underneath you. You were barely holding on a week ago, and now everything seems like an uphill battle. You’re stressed beyond belief and reaching out for help seems scary because you feel like you have nothing left to give. Everything has become uncertain. From the outside it might seem like you have everything together, but inside something's missing. You feel even more disconnected from yourself and others now because of the enforced self-isolation. Your wheels are spinning but you're standing still, using up all your energy to remain upright.

I am a clinical and health psychologist with experience in a wide range of presenting concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, and difficulty coping with stress. I have a particular focus on the intersection of physical and mental health, and support those dealing with chronic or life-threatening illness and grief, as well as those impacted by mood changes and difficulty coping around the time of pregnancy and early parenting. I aim to be a warm, dynamic, and engaging therapist, and use an integrative approach which draws on cognitive behavioural (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), existential, and relational approaches.

I am a registered clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience. Most of my career has been spent working as a psychotherapist in the Anxiety Clinic at the Toronto Western Hospital (UHN). My practice is informed by Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Experiential Psychotherapy, and Somatic Psychotherapy orientations. I believe that therapy should involve a combination of acquiring skills that help to manage anxiety, mood, etc. as well as experiential work that helps to facilitate more transformational change at a deeper level. I feel that therapy should be a practical, safe, supportive, and collaborative process.