Areas of Practice

When clients seek counselling, they may want to solve a particular problem, make a decision, or better understand their lives or themselves. Together, we will explore your therapeutic goals and collaborate to develop strategies to support you in meeting them.

 
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I have extensive training and experience working with clients in both private and public settings in the following areas:

  • Anxiety and Depression

  • Truama

  • ADHD

  • Borderline Personality Disorder ( BPD)

  • Dating

  • Grief and Loss

  • Financial concerns

  • Relationship conflicts

  • Parenting concerns

  • Addiction

  • Addiction in families

  • Chronic Health

  • LGBTQ+

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

My Approach to Therapy for Your Emotional Well-Being

EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. By using guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps the brain reprocess distressing memories, reducing their emotional charge. It has been shown to be effective in treating conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression, allowing individuals to regain emotional balance and move forward in a healthier way. EMDR provides a structured yet gentle approach to trauma recovery, helping clients achieve lasting healing.

CBT & DBT

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviours. It focuses on understanding how thoughts influence emotions and actions, empowering individuals to develop healthier coping strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a form of therapy that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices. It is particularly effective for individuals struggling with emotional regulation, self-destructive behaviors, and interpersonal difficulties. DBT emphasizes balancing acceptance with change, teaching skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

NARRATIVE

Narrative Therapy is a therapeutic approach that encourages individuals to view their life stories through a new lens. It focuses on helping clients separate themselves from their problems, allowing them to reframe negative narratives and gain a sense of empowerment. By exploring the meanings and interpretations attached to life events, individuals can challenge limiting beliefs and develop healthier, more positive perspectives. Narrative Therapy is particularly effective in addressing issues like trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges. It emphasizes the power of storytelling in healing, helping individuals reconnect with their values and strengths to create a more fulfilling and resilient life.

Solution Focused

Solution-Focused Therapy focuses on finding practical solutions to current challenges rather than delving deeply into past problems. It emphasizes what is working well and explores ways to build on strengths and resources. By focusing on positive change and future possibilities, clients are encouraged to identify small, actionable steps that lead to meaningful improvements in their lives. This approach is effective for individuals seeking quick, goal-oriented support, and it helps foster a sense of empowerment and hope.

Emotion Focused Therapy

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on helping individuals identify, explore, and process their emotions in a healthy way. It emphasizes the connection between emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, and helps clients develop emotional awareness and regulation. By creating a safe environment for emotional expression, EFT empowers individuals to better understand their emotional responses and work through unresolved feelings. This approach is particularly effective for issues like anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, enabling clients to heal by creating stronger emotional connections and fostering lasting emotional well-being.

Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present in the moment, paying attention to thoughts, feelings, and sensations without judgment. It involves cultivating awareness and acceptance of the present, rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and breathing exercises, help individuals reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance emotional well-being. By fostering a non-reactive state of mind, mindfulness encourages individuals to observe their experiences with curiosity and compassion, leading to greater mental clarity, emotional resilience, and overall peace.