Men's Issues Therapists in Sud-Ouest, Montréal, QC

I am a Licensed Counseling Therapist candidate, (RCT-C) whose specific psychotherapeutic training is anchored in Drama therapeutic processes. This is a therapeutic approach that utilizes talk therapy and engages personalized creative expression for catharsis. It is an innovative approach for those who may be stuck in old patterns or need to explore new ways to better communicate them. Clients explore alternative solutions to challenges by rehearsing alternative cognitive/behavioral responses using “what if ” imagination. Engaging an element of guided, gentle imaginative physicality helps better express what might be suppressed.

If you are struggling in your life, and want a safe, supportive environment in which to gain insight and coping skills, I would like to help you achieve that. My clients tell me they feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives, whether it be in their behaviour (addictions, impulsivity, activation), thinking and emotional patterns (anxiety, depression, stress) or relationships (couple difficulties, parenting, family of origin).

Note: please check back in June for potential space. As a licensed psychologist, I will be delighted to help you (individuals, couples, or families) with issues such as: anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, sadness, difficulties in your couple or family relationships, hard memories or history of trauma. I have specialized training in couple and family therapy (systemic theories) with sensitivities around sex, gender, race, culture, religion, spirituality, immigration, and emotions. Sessions can be weekly or bi-weekly, online or in-person. I usually prioritize couples and families, although all are encouraged to contact.

All of us have, at times, struggled to live our lives in a way that feels fulfilling. We can become stuck in a cycle of negative thinking, dreary feelings, and ineffectual behaviours. In the midst of the many challenges in life, having someone share part of the journey with you and help provide clarity can be enormously helpful. I am a psychologist with twenty years of experience counselling individuals, leading groups, and supervising therapists-in-training. I have successfully treated a variety of needs and find meaning in working with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Healthy connections provide a secure base from which we can reach our full potential. Unresolved relationships are a constant burden. Challenges such as relationship distress, infidelity and divorce can be devastating but they can also be opportunities for growth and the development of a stronger sense of self. My practice focuses on individuals, couples and families who are experiencing relationship difficulties using an approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy (www.iceeft.ca). I am also a supervisor at the Argyle Institute of Human Relations (www.argyleinstitute.org), a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist and a Supervisor and Clinical AAMFT member and Supervisor.

I am here for you. I offer a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental presence to help you feel safe and accepted, while equipping you with good tools. I provide psychotherapy to individuals dealing with various difficulties such as, trauma, sadness, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, relationships difficulties, and professional/career challenges. I adapt my approach according to your individual needs drawing from a mix of approaches that include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), & Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, & we will highlight your strengths!