Get Unstuck.
Live a life you value.
It’s time.
therapy for real people dealing with real life
What kind of issues do you deal with?
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Being human when it's really hard
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“Stuckness”
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Work Stress
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Difficult transitions
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End of life counselling
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Grief and loss
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Disability and vocational rehabilitation
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Relationship difficulties (at work and at home)
My approach:
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Genuine, non-judgmental and practical
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Client-centred and tailored to individual needs
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Collaborative and goal oriented
What might the process involve?
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Gaining a new perspective of the problem
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Connecting to your values
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Being seen and heard
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Discover the ways in which you get “hooked” so that you can get unstuck
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Learning how to be kind to yourself
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Practicing mindfulness in everyday life
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Letting go (or holding lightly)
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Feeling your feelings
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Observing your thoughts
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Tears and laughter
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Committing to goals that reflect your values, even when its hard
Evidence based therapeutic
interventions I draw from:
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CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
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ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
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SFT (Solution Focused Therapy)
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CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy)
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Mindfulness (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy)
How can I tell if you are the right therapist for me?
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you want to be supported through change
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you want to be seen and heard without judgement
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you want a warm and authentic collaborator you can depend on
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you want a passionate professional who continuously studies with leaders in the field
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you want someone with practical knowledge and experience in navigating the healthcare, workplace, and insurance landscape
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you want someone who brings wisdom and compassion, the stuff that can’t be taught in school
What are your fees and what about insurance?
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$170 per hour
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reduced fee services are available on a limited basis
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Services are covered if your extended health plan covers registered psychologist or registered psychotherapist
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If you are on (Short-term/Long-Term or WSIB) your insurance company may be willing to pay me directly
“You don’t think your way into a new kind of living, you live your way into a new kind of thinking”
Henri J. Jouwen
What are your qualifications?
I am a registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a member in good standing with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
I have an extensive background in psychotherapy, vocational rehabilitation and disability management, having worked in a variety of corporate, government and clinical settings.
I have a Psychology degree from McMaster University, Vocational Rehabilitation Certificate (Seneca College) Conflict Management Certificate (Waterloo University/Conrad Grebal). I am PGAP (Progressive Goal Attainment Program) certified, and am a CMHA certified Psychological Health and Safety Advisor.
I am an avid learner, always reading and attending lectures, workshops and conferences related to the field of psychotherapy. If you would like to know details about my professional development endeavours, just ask, and I will be happy to share the more extensive list.
I am also a student of life attending Human U, just like you. I too struggle at times with the ‘human condition’. I care.
“And the time came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” Anais Nin
I like to write, spend time in nature, practice yoga and run.
I love to dance (although I don’t do it often enough).
I am often found reading books or listening to podcasts on Spiritual, Philosophic and Psychological topics. I practice my faith.
I am married and the mother of “emerging adults”. I am in the process of adjusting to an empty nest.
I love my dog, Murphy.
What else do you do
besides
psychotherapy?
Do you offer Online therapy?
Yes! You can participate in therapy with me Online!
I know that the barriers of time and travel are real for many people.
I use HIPPA compliant secure video conferencing to make the hard work of psychotherapy convenient AND confidential.
All you need is a comfortable private space, good internet, and a smart phone, tablet, laptop or personal computer and we’ll talk together!