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If my client has created a belief about himself at an early age (I'm stupid) for example, this belief is attached to a strong feeling and can become a part of his identity. It becomes an unconscious part of his thought system and drives alot of his thinking. This way of thinking produces many negative feelings, which then lead to behaviour that validate the belief. My part then is to remind the client that what he made up is not true. It is simply a feeling based on the belief of a child.

Psychotherapy can be effective and greatly beneficial for couples, individuals and families. We strive to create a safe and understanding environment where we work in a collaborative manor based on your goals and needs. We will work with a variety of techniques tailored to your specific needs providing optimal results. Through psychotherapy you can begin to see yourself and your world through a non partial and neutral lens. Through the clarity and acceptance of your authentic self we will work to build your tools for ongoing personal growth and success, independent of counselling.

What is going on? How are you thinking? How are you feeling? These are questions that we may start with in a psychotherapy session together. Our approach to psychotherapy is person centered: we determine together which approach or approaches may be best, such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We also bring in some expressive arts activities to help explicate/integrate these processes.

My approach is existential and humanistic. Everyone is unique, and every therapeutic relationship is different. I feel that it is most effective to work with what comes up in the room, and bring in various approaches and techniques when it feels appropriate. An intuitive and open style allows for my relationship with each client to develop in an organic and authentic way.