Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in K1M

Hello, my name is Lisa Wright. I believe that life is a journey with many ups and downs. I believe that how we work through our story helps to define how we live it. I connect with clients through their story and provide a strength-based, supportive, and collaborative environment to assist clients in navigating difficulties. I believe in people’s resilience and that together we can work on finding the strengths, resources, coping skills, and solutions that are within your grasp.

My name is Dr. Marianne O'Byrne, owner and psychologist at Thrive. I work alongside five wonderful psychotherapists who are accepting new clients under my supervision. We have a breadth of experience providing assessment and treatment for adults with anxiety and mood disorders In addition, we have special interests in two spheres: 1) PTSD, including with first responders (including WSIB, VAC, RCMP) and 2) perinatal difficulties (e.g., new parents, postpartum depression and anxiety, traumatic birth). We also enjoy assessing and treating for stress management, self-esteem, and other interpersonal and behavioral difficulties.

Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face.

I am seeing all clients virtually through secure video counselling and I am currently accepting new clients. Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face.

The world may feel increasingly stressful, making it more difficult to navigate life's challenges. Do you feel more anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Or doubting your own value? I can help. I can also help with those "healthy" habits you think you "should" be doing ("should", by the way, is an evil word. Notice how you can't say it without feeling guilt!). In addition, we can work to improve your relationships, habits and coping skills. I also support those with ADHD, even without a diagnosis. Together, we'll build the skills you need to feel stronger, healthier, more confident, calm + in control of your life.

Are you battling intrusive thoughts? Anxiety that seems hard to manage? Overwhelmed or stuck? You may fear that these difficult feelings will last forever. I'm here to tell you that they absolutely don't have to! Together, we'll learn new tools to overcome this tough period so you feel grounded and at ease. Whether it is OCD, anxiety, depression, a new (or older!) baby or general life stressors affecting your mood and day-to-day functioning, I am here to figure it out with you.

Are you looking to focus on yourself and rediscover who you are after a big life change such as children leaving the home? Are you interested in tapping into your creativity? We can use visual art materials for growth and self-discovery. Not sure if you're comfortable with art supplies just yet? That's okay too! We can chat about how to create a space that would be most comfortable for you.

My therapeutic approach in my clinical practice is based upon an initial assessment of Client's core values, sense of meaning and identity . It is my experience that people of all stripes seek interior / spiritual balance. Assisting them in the areas that they identify as challenges; feeling overwhelmed, a want of vision and/or control, depression, grieving losses, stress, anxiety, or a sense of aloneness are areas where I can provide my expertise to help them along the path of healing, wellness, and purposefulness.

Are you ready to address difficulties that need experienced individualized support? For over 25 years, it has been an honour to hold compassionate, joyfully affirming, safer spaces for people coping with a range of concerns in response to trauma, abuse, relationship stressors, self-injurious actions, chronic illness, grief, and life transitions, and for people who have experienced discrimination related to any aspect(s) of their physical, personal, and cultural identities. I love working with helping professionals, carers, healers, and seekers of psychedelic integration processes. What is your project for healing, growth, change?

In our sessions I will create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can explore together the reasons that bring you to therapy. I want you to feel safe and comfortable in our sessions. I will help you learn new tools to build your resilience, address the difficult things, and support you as you grow. In my private practice I aim to empower clients to confront persistent problems in their lives and encourage lasting change. My approach is grounded in self-compassion and empathetic listening. I am inspired by my clients' resilience and I would be honoured to be a part of your journey.

Are you irritable? Moody? Crying with no reasons? Easily overwhelmed and stressed out? Not confident on making decisions? unmotivated? And highly critical to yourself? You may be suffering from depression and anxiety stems from unresolved issues or trauma in the past. I strongly values collaborating with clients to support them in their growth, journey and healing process to achieve fulfillment, happiness, and harmony within yourself or with others incorporating CBT/DBT/ACT based therapy. I can support you better cope with many stressors and decisions that can easily overwhelm your life.

Accepting returning clients only. Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? Our counsellors at Attached Kids support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face. We also work directly with parents/caregivers to develop new strategies to support their children's challenging behaviours and emotional development.