Mental Health & Psychotherapy Services

Therapy sessions are offered for the following areas of concern.

Mental Health & Psychotherapy Services

Therapy sessions are offered for the following areas of concern.

Social Worker, Psychotherapist

I mainly use Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Narrative Therapy approaches in my psychotherapy work.

Narrative Therapists seeks to create and maintain a respectful, non-blaming,non-labeling approach to working therapeutically with people.

One of the many principles unique to Narrative Therapy is its insistence on viewing people as people. That is, seeing the essence of the person as positive and separate from the problematic assumptions, beliefs, behaviors and labels that have come to narrowly define the person.

A narrative journey through each uniquely storied life involves the therapist and the individual(s) working together, “becoming curious” and “asking questions in an effort to discover personal meanings that exist and avoiding “taken for granted assumptions” about the person, the identified problem, its effects on their lives or possible solutions.

The result of this type of journey is usually a new narrative of strength, courage, determination, choices, and a real sense that possibilities exist for their preferred future.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy has some cognitive behavioural (thought-driven behaviour) components, however, DBT is mainly concerned with emotions and emotional (mood-driven) regulation. It aims to assist us in understanding why, how and to what extent our behaviour is driven by our emotions. From there the task is to determine what if anything to do about these emotions. Among its many strengths, DBT is also known for offering numerous skills to help bring about more appropriate responses to emotional triggers. The result is a balancing of emotional and rational responses that are more appropriate to life’s events.

Psychologist (Supervised) Services.

An MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist provides this direct mental health service under the supervision of an Ontario licensed Psychologist. The person receiving the service becomes the patient of the Psychologist. Each receipt issued after payment will reflect the names and credentials of both the direct service profession and the supervising Psychologist. The fee will reflect that of the supervising Psychologist. *(Please check with your health insurance provider to ensure your benefits does include supervised psychological services).

Supervised Psychologist Services

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Frequently
Asked Questions

What kind of issues do you help people with in therapy?

I work with folks dealing with all sorts of challenges like anxiety, depression, eating disorders (including emotional eating and binge eating), relationship struggles, and trauma. If you're feeling stuck emotionally, dealing with self-esteem issues, or navigating difficult life transitions, therapy can help. The beauty of this work is that it's tailored to you and what you're going through, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

What's the difference between DBT and Narrative Therapy, and which one would I do?

Great question! DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy) is really helpful for managing intense emotions and changing behavioral patterns. It's often used for things like self-harm, emotional regulation, and relationship issues. Narrative Therapy, on the other hand, is about rewriting the story you tell yourself. It helps you see that you're not the problem. The problem is the problem. We work together to figure out which approach (or combination) makes the most sense for what you're dealing with.

I'm not sure if my problems are "serious enough" for therapy. How do I know if I should reach out?

Here's the thing: you don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. If something's bothering you, if you're not feeling like yourself, or if you just want support navigating life's challenges, that's enough. Think of it this way: you wouldn't wait until you can't walk to see a physiotherapist, right? Mental health works the same way. Early support often means less struggle down the road.

What can I expect in our first session together?

The first session is really about getting to know each other and understanding what brings you to therapy. There's no judgment here, just a safe space to share what's on your mind. We'll talk about what you're hoping to get out of therapy, and I'll explain how we might work together. Think of it as a conversation, not an interrogation. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard and maybe even a little hopeful about the path forward.

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