Therapists in M6G

We are all looking for that best version of our Selves that we know is somewhere in us. And it's not always easy to find. If you find yourself struggling, feeling stuck, tracing over the same patterns, or navigating through a difficult transition and can't quite find your way, I am here to help you access your inner wisdom to find your way to your best Self.

Psychotherapy is my second career, and that makes me stronger as a therapist. That's because, in addition to my academic qualifications and clinical training, my own lived experiences as a daughter, a wife and mother, a student, an employee and an entrepreneur help me relate to my clients in so many meaningful ways. Clients relate to my sense of humour, empathy, and desire for growth as a person and as a therapist. And they value my ability to get to the root of the issue and expertise in both practical problem-solving and supporting clients' growth.

If you are struggling and in need of support, I would honoured to help you. I value the relationship with each of my clients above all else, and our work together begins with establishing trust, connection, and safety. In that atmosphere, my hope is not only to support you, but also to explore your strengths. Ultimately, we will work together to help you cope with whatever challenges you are facing.

I provide a comfortable and safe place to work with your emotions and develop insight into life patterns that are no longer serving you. Whether you are coming to therapy to unpack past painful experiences or work towards future goals of living a more fulfilling and meaningful life, I welcome a chance to guide you through the process. Through our work together I can help you realize your full potential, strengthen important relationships and live a more integrated and confident life. Through this process my clients develop a more in depth understanding of themselves which enables more authentic living.

I can help you make the changes within yourself and your life that you want to make, more easily and quickly than you would think. People find me easy to talk to, kind and insightful, in a way that helps you sort through and clarify your own thoughts and feelings, and find your way without imposing any particular direction. I can guide you through effective processes and techniques that really help, and teach you skills that you can use between sessions to help yourself and to move through your process more easily, and take with you as lifelong resources.

First and foremost, I am here to assist you in tackling whatever concerns you may have. Whether that means lending an ear or supporting you in developing skills and strategies to tackle whatever life may have thrown your way. No two people are the same, as such each person requires their own unique approach to address events from the past, challenges in the present, or concerns about the future. I offer a comfortable, secure, and non-judgmental environment to explore any areas of concern you may have.

Are you feeling like your emotions are getting the better of you too often? Maybe you know the root cause or maybe you are confused about all the ups and downs you are experiencing. When big feelings start to impact your wellbeing, relationships and the quality of your day to day, it can be reassuring to know that there is a lot you can do to feel in charge of yourself again.

Have you been wishing things felt different? Maybe you haven't felt understood or accepted in your friendships or relationships. Maybe you're going through a breakup, the death of a loved one, or job loss. Or maybe you've been struggling to feel happy, even when things seem to be going well. Do you want to better understand where your emotions are coming from, why they have such a hold on you, and how to feel better? Are you curious to explore your early childhood experiences that influenced how you learned to be in the world, and whether those adaptations are still working for you today?

Most of us at some point in our lives need someone to talk to and someone to listen to us, someone that can provide us with a safe place to just be; a sanctuary that allows us to be with our feelings, to get in touch with our needs and our hearts. Whether it is relationship difficulties, job loss, illness, death of a loved one, addiction or mental health concerns that have brought you to my website; all these life transitions can tax our ability to cope in healthy ways leaving us stressed, sleepless and overwhelmed while the rest of our lives seemingly unravel.

Whether you or someone you care about is dealing with the shock of a new diagnosis, the stress of an ongoing chronic condition, the challenges in facing end of life concerns or the struggles in coping with grief or loss, I’m here to support you in finding your way forward. If you’re a healthcare provider, I’m also equipped to support you in managing the unique stresses you face in your caregiving role and in working to create a healthy balance in life.

*Now accepting clients* For so many, the hardest part of therapy is putting themselves first. When you’ve come to the point of accepting that you need support in overcoming challenges in your life, you may feel overwhelmed, beat down, tired, and low. Many of my clients feel a sense of relief following the first session where they’ve taken the first step in improving their life, relationships, and happiness. Therapy is work, and requires dedication to the process and to yourself.

If you’re feeling emotionally overwhelmed as you navigate relationships, career, and high self-expectations, you may find clarity and relief in therapy. In my practice, I employ an approach that focuses on helping you nurture your own ability to work through difficult situations and achieve a greater state of emotional wellbeing. Working toward meaningful change takes time, honesty with oneself, and a little bit of courage - it isn’t always easy to open up to somebody! My goal is to ensure that you always feel comfortable to express yourself and explore your concerns as we work toward empowering you to live a more fulfilling life.

I work gently and bring openness and curiosity to our time together. I’ll walk beside you and support you whatever you're experiencing. I’ve served as a support through infertility, pregnancy loss, and birth, loss of a loved one, grief, and healing from abandonment, abuse, and neglect. I’ve supported healing relationships with food and body image and have helped through breakup and divorce. I am here to help you if you’d like to change something about your life or if you want to find more fulfilment or discover who you really are. I have a high capacity to stay present with whatever you're dealing with.

I am passionate about supporting others in their personal and spiritual growth. I help people going through major life transitions achieve peace of mind, symptom relief, and bring back a feeling of self-worth, acceptance and self-esteem. You could say I help people bring back their aliveness while integrating different approaches to match the therapy to the individual needs of the client. My work is based on the theoretical perspective that our sense of self forms and develops in relationship, particularly with caregivers. Therefore, deep change occurs through the new and intentional relational experience that is co-created in therapy.

Has sexual behaviour, anger, or drug/alcohol abuse caused problems in your life, or in the life of your loved one? Do you have thoughts or feelings in these areas that seem overwhelming to you, and you don't know where to turn? Are you having difficulty in your relationships, your job, or in other important areas of your life because of your thoughts or behaviours in any of these areas? Have you, or has your loved one, been charged with a criminal offence? I might be able to help...

As a psychotherapist, I support you in fostering authentic relationships with yourself and your communities. I offer a space for reflection that is non-judgmental, queer positive - and has wheelchair access. I draw on a variety of approaches, with a focus on what works for you, and the different parts of you.

Tired of being pathologized and feeling isolated? You are human and not alone. While each person possesses unique resources and skills, trauma responses (fight, flight, freeze, fawn) can throw one off balance from their consistent, preferred way of living.

If you are seeking an understanding of your experience of the world, including experiences with anxiety, emotions, grief, life transitions, relationships, and trauma, and want to gain insight as to methods for coping, processing, and managing your experience of the world, I encourage you to connect with me. I work with adults (18+) who desire change but do not know how or where to start and feel overwhelmed by the thought of beginning this process.