Talk Therapy

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When it comes to traditional psychotherapy and counselling, I draw from a variety of approaches that include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy (SFBT), and Parts Work. All of my work is person-centred and b ased on the latest principles of modern neuroscience. The specific techniques and approaches we use in session will depend on your goals and preferences. Fundamentally, my approach to helping people revolves around my firm belief that everyone, without exception, is fundamentally good and capable of growth, healing, and self-insight. My clients reinforce this belief constantly! Nonetheless, sometimes we all need support to get back to our true selves or become the person we want to be.

In life, we can get bogged down and become stuck in patterns of behaviour and thought that no longer serve us. Our goal, as therapist and client, is to find new ways of making sense of yourself and your world that lifts you up instead of dragging you down. For some, this might mean learning new skills and changing old patterns of behaviour that no longer serve you. It might mean writing a new life story that highlights your personal strengths, successes, and goodness. It can mean unlearning damaging stories you were told about yourself that simply aren’t true. For others, relief can come through reconciling with uncomfortable aspects of ourselves that were annexed long ago or have taken on roles that no longer fit quite right. Many people benefit from a combination of these strategies.

Therapy doesn’t always feel good; turning inward can sometimes be daunting. Some people find that their needs have been met after only a few sessions while others may take years to address what’s troubling them. I can’t make any guarantees about the final outcome of therapy but, whatever approach we take, you can expect thoughtful questions that help you untangle your particular knot, unwavering emotional support, and gentle encouragement in our work together.