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The Foundation of Relationship
One of life’s guarantees is that it will not be easy. Unfortunately, we all experience some pain in our lives, whether that is broken relationships, fear and anxiety, grief and loss, abuse, lack of self-esteem, disappointments, the list goes on. It can be hard enough to face these challenges by themselves, and often it only adds difficulty when we feel we are powerless, hopeless, or are struggling alone in silence. This is why I believe so strongly in the counselling process. People often end up pursuing counselling when they feel stuck in what they are struggling with, and desire a change or to try something new; this is often the foundation for a process of exploration and discovery.
The beauty of counselling is that it is primarily based on a foundation of relationship; the power of our experiences, or pain, or core selves being witnessed and held cannot be understated. I believe that healing and change is possible, and that this happens in the unique context of building a new relationship with a safe person, and with one’s own self.
What to Expect
I practice from a holistic therapeutic lens. This means that I consider many facets of the human experience, this means that I consider a client’s emotions, thoughts, physiology, beliefs, and values. I have also been trained to work systemically. This perspective considers individuals within the greater context of our relationships, which puts an emphasis on understanding our primary relationships, social connections, and family of origin. I incorporate aspects from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Satir method.
Finally, I believe that the counselling process is so much more than advice. We have so much access to information at our fingertips, from blogs, books, articles, and podcasts, and yet so many of us still feel stuck. I believe that lasting change does not come from simply inputting information to someone, but rather it is through a dynamic and experiential relationship in which transformational change occurs.