Counselling Services
Trauma Processing
Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and anger are a few emotions that can linger and present as barriers following a traumatic event. Collectively we have also begun to appreciate the somatic impacts of these experiences. One of the strategies I am able to offer is Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) which can be very effective at addressing the problematic symptoms and restoring emotional balance. I aim to guide you through the process of healing, at your own pace.
Trauma and Animals
My first career was in vet clinics for 12 years. I witnessed first hand the bond between animal companion and human. I also saw the devastation when faced with a significant medical trauma and even loss. In addition to companion animals I understand the bond between human and horse to be like no other, this is true for the grief too. Trauma therapy can help address the pain of losing a companion, but also help address the trauma of a bad horse fall, or even a dog bite or cat attack. Animals are such a huge part of our lives it makes sense to address the pain or trauma that can come with owning them.
Addiction
I have over 20 years of experience working in the field of addiction, mental health and medicine. I also have my own lived experience. I believe that the best place to start is with relationship., because without connection and safety we have nothing. Treatment is multifaceted and it is not about "fixing bad behaviour". I will compassionately provide an understanding about what is happening, and in doing so we will create a path towards recovery. I like to say "It isn't your fault you have addiction, but recovery is your responsibility".
Depression, Anxiety and Life Transitions
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. It is also not uncommon to experience a significant life transition or be in a position where you need help getting back to work and be at a loss about where to start or what to do. Through counseling and treatment, I am able to help guide you to recover motivation, perspective, and direction.
Relationships
Most of us, as humans are naturally driven to be in relationships. They can be our greatest sense of joy, and comfort and foster a sense of belonging. On the flipside they can be our greatest source of pain. I am here to help you explore any relationship issues including but not limited to: romantic, workplace, peer group, child (any age), parents, siblings. I am LGBTQIAS+ allied.
Illness Adjustment and Anticipatory Grief
I have had the privilege of working with people and families for 2 decades who are facing or living with a life-limiting illness. Working through the emotions of a devastating or scary diagnosis is no small feat, but with therapy it becomes easier. The other task is learning to live as well as you can, while tolerating the distress of the current/future situation. I have been able to help individuals and care-givers experience joy in even the face of suffering.
I am Here for you
Are you ready to create the change you're hoping for? Together we can do, what cannot be done alone. Get in touch today to get started!