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I offer psychotherapy for adults and families.

The nature of our work together will typically be in-person sessions on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Psychotherapy can be understood as the process of engaging clients in identifying the areas where they struggle, in defining goals and in tailoring treatment to suit the unique needs of the individual or family.  At the heart of the work together is a safe, authentic and trusting therapeutic relationship. 

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I treat a wide range of issues and welcome clients of diverse identities into my practice.  Some of my specific areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

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  • Relational difficulties with family members, intimate partners, friends and colleagues

  • Anxiety 

  • Depression

  • Loss and bereavement 

  • Supporting gender independent children & their families

  • Supporting the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ2I+ individuals 

  • Life transitions and new beginnings; adjusting to university or to life in a new country 

  • Seeking life meaning and purpose; midlife renewal and career transitions

  • Living with chronic illness or disability

WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR FIRST VISIT:

A visit to a therapist begins with an initial consultation to better understand the reasons you are seeking help at this time. The first visit(s) focus on making collaborative decisions with regards to the client's need for psychotherapy services, the client's goals, the intervention(s) that best suit those needs and goals, and the anticipated length of service.     

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Initial consultations can also focus on examining a particular issue and problem-solving about alternative ways of addressing it.  For example, some people may wish to explore strategies to improve their resilience and coping skills during difficult periods of transition or loss.  Alternatively, parents may be looking for community support groups, or college and university students may need help navigating campus resources.

BRIEF AND LONG-TERM SERVICE:

Research indicates that brief psychotherapy may be indicated when clients are generally functioning in their daily lives, however, there is a clear precipitating factor such as a recent loss, difficult life transition or crisis situation. Longer term therapy may be recommended when the problem has lasted for quite some time and is experienced as long-standing. 

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