Women's Issues Therapists in Kitchener, ON

I believe affirming mental health and wellness for identifying Black women and identifying women of colour can be achieved. There are times, even the strongest person needs support to manage life's more challenging events. You are not alone in your hurdles. If you are struggling, I kindly welcome you.

Do you at times feel, disenfranchised or marginalized? Have you ever experienced bullying gender discrimination, microaggression or racism? Oppressed people need a voice. It is your house that is burning down- not your neighbor's. Let me help you put out the fire--I've "been there." I can also support: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, family conflicts, anger management, workplace issues, couples relationship support, M.V.A /PTSD recovery. My therapeutic modalities are: Integrative, Solutions Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family Therapy, CPT and DBT.

Imagine more peace and joy in your life; returning to the vibrant, energized YOU that you used to be before life started to feel so hard. My clients are brave, brilliant women with beautiful hearts. Our sessions are a time for you to feel deeply cared for and learn to give yourself the love and kindness you so generously give to others. Tears and laughter are welcome. Whether it's grieving a loss, dealing with parenting challenges, workplace stress or relationship difficulties, things can get better with help. Virtual sessions available immediately and walking sessions along the Grand River. Are you ready to start thriving again?

For many years I have witnessed individuals both close to me personally and within my counseling practice suffer from emotional, psychological, and chronic health challenges that have impacted their capacity to engage in the quality of life they desire and so very much deserve. It is my vision to inspire others to recognize the power of their natural capacity for healing mind, body, and spirit, and to provide tools and resources to complement a comprehensive healing plan of action.

No Waitlist! The successful management of the household is on you. You don’t even bother to ask for help, if you don’t do it yourself it won’t get done, or it won’t meet your expectations. You are running yourself into the ground and everything feels overwhelming. You feel as though everything you do goes completely unnoticed. You’re doing your best, but still find yourself wondering if it’s enough. You’ve had the argument over and over, you ask for more help and it quickly goes back to how it has always been. You want to enjoy this time with your kids but find yourself constantly worrying about other things.

As a psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, my passion is for empowering individuals to access their own innate healing abilities. My utmost goal is to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space within which you can share your concerns and hopes while working towards a happier and more fulfilled future. I use a range of modalities including CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, relational approaches, mindfulness, and solution focused approaches. In my work with couples, I use Emotionally Focused and Gottman Method Couples Therapy modalities.

Life has its ups and downs and sometimes gets really challenging. So often we tell ourselves we can handle it, that things will get better, that it's not that bad, or that other people have it worse. Maybe we’ll fix it by doing more, giving more, pleasing others more. Everyone has their unique reasons to seek counselling. Often, it's for gaining support with a current challenge or life transition. Or, for support around long-standing unhelpful patterns and difficulties from the past. Sometimes, it's as a guide to be with you as you journey deeper in self-discovery.

You want to take up more space in the world. You want to say what you mean and be heard. You want to belong. You may think you're an alien. You don't have the best boundaries. You wonder who you are and what the meaning of life is. You may have just broken up with someone. You are thinking of quitting your job. I'm here for it. Let's explore the messiness of life and try to clean some of it up. If you have a goal, let's set up the steps to achieve it. Do you want to make sense of things? We can make connections and help you understand yourself better. Or I'll encourage you to stop digging and practice acceptance. Whatever works.

You are a professional who is driven to succeed, however, you end too many days feeling overwhelmed by your obligations and fatigued by keeping it together through the pandemic. You have tried methods of self-care, but you just don't feel settled. You want to feel energized by your work, enjoy your downtime and be proud of your accomplishments, both professionally and personally. You need someone to listen, to empower you and remind you of your values and goals . You are ready to take action and make some changes to live the life you want. Whether you are a professional, a frontline helper, or a fellow therapist, you need support.

Have your emotions got the best (technically, the worst) of you? Are you overwhelmed by anger, stress, or anxiety? Perhaps your life has changed in ways you can't seem to cope with. Maybe you are just not living your life: you're simply surviving, and wish to be thriving. No matter what you are going through, I am here to say that change is possible. My goal is to make therapy an enjoyable experience for people like you. It is through this enriching journey that healing and life change can take place. Uniquely You was established on the belief that therapy does not require an agenda. Here, the process is tailored to Uniquely YOU!

Life doesn't have to be so hard, I'm here to help. Taking that first step towards change can be an uneasy one; but it's so worth it. I am experienced working with clients who have experienced childhood trauma, grief, behavioural issues, codependency, domestic abuse, family/martial conflict, life transitions, and more. Together we can develop goals and plans to help you improve your emotional well-being, strengthen your self-confidence, and find that quality of life you are looking for.

Are you looking to create positive change in your life? Unsure how to navigate this terrain on your own? Do you want to be fully engaged in your life and relationships? The work we do together will help you cultivate meaning and make these changes. I work from a strengths-based perspective and believe that we all have within us the capacity to heal and thrive, far beyond what we often recognize. Engaging in the counselling process can be tremendously beneficial as we rediscover our own strength and resilience.

Whether it be you or a loved one, most of us have experienced some form of struggle or loss. In today’s fast-paced world many of us are also juggling the competing demands of work and home life; both have become further complicated by technology and social media. We live in a world where we are more connected, yet lonelier than ever. For those with children, we are inundated with parenting advice, leaving us questioning whether we are doing enough, or doing it right. With all the information overload it can be difficult to know where to get started when it comes to our emotional health.

Parenting can be hard. Social media, gaming, peer dynamics, school and mental health diagnoses impact children and teens which can lead to challenging behaviours that are difficult for parents to understand and respond to. At the same time, today's parents are dealing with their own life stressors (work, finances, relationships and mental health concerns) that can further challenge positive family functioning. Thriving Families Counselling provides support to parents and their children in achieving personal wellness goals and helps to foster positive change and understanding in the family as a whole.

I have a passion for supporting clients through difficult times, while helping them to achieve optimal psychological and emotional well being. I have extensive clinical training experience with a broad range of issues and treatment approaches and am comfortable with people of all cultures and orientations. Certified by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario in the area of clinical counselling, I provide assessment, counselling and therapy using an integrative approach, weaving together various methods to suit your unique needs. I also supervise other therapists who are seeking accreditation with their professional bodies. I am an AAMFT Clinical Fellow and Supervisor IT.