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Depending on the issues clients present with during a session, sometimes counselling needs to go deeper into the underlying factors contributing to a mental illness diagnosis or relational distress. Psychotherapy is an approach to help clients get progress when previous attempts to address issues have not resulted in the therapeutic transaction a client is looking for in therapy. I work with clients to help them deepen their therapy process and work toward the change they are looking for to improve their life and personal confidence.

My approach is to work collaboratively with clients using a holistic model of therapy which entails a blending of Eastern and Western modalities. For example, training in meditation, yoga, Tai Chi, proper exercise, a nutritious, science-based diet and maintaining proper sleep hygiene. Also, including talk therapy can then help to reveal core values and issues. Mindfulness training benefits clients in observing clearly thoughts and behaviours. Clients benefit greatly through the use of evidence based interventions by developing the skills needed to evaluate thought patterns and overcome destructive patterns.

Psychotherapy or talk therapy can be a helpful way to address problems and create meaningful change in your life. Utilizing a number of therapeutic models I hope to provide an empathetic and non-judgemental experience to explore "problems". Sessions are typically one hour and can be a safe and confidential space to share concerns, worries, fears, hopes, and needs. We will collaborate on goals for our work together. Therapeutic approaches include: Response-Based Practice, Attachment Theory, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, and Systemic Family Therapy.

Ferne uses psychotherapy to help individuals gain confidence, self awareness and have healthy relationships. Psychotherapy helps individuals to resolve their trauma and gain insight into the present. Psychotherapy prevents unhealthy patterns from being passed down through generations. Ferne will help you learn to cope in a healthy way by helping you learn self-regulation skills to release past trauma and move beyond just surviving life. You deserve to live your life to the fullest, .

Psychotherapy (talk therapy) is primarily used to relieve psychological distress. Psychotherapy along with a trusted relationship between client and therapist is effective when utilized to improve emotional and mental health. Techniques learned by therapists assist clients to understand their distress and evoke change. In our therapeutic environment we patiently, with compassion and understanding, listen to clients observations of their life hurdles. We work in partnership with you to forge a renewed sense of self. Our sessions last 90 minutes within a safe, supportive and confidential setting so you can relax and discuss your concerns.

The circumstances and issues that you are dealing with are unique to you, but you don't have to face them alone. Every individual has different experiences, perceptions, feelings, thoughts, beliefs, values, attitudes, cultural backgrounds and "upbringings". Counselling sessions are private and confidential, and can provide a way for you to explore your problems and really tune in to your feelings. This is an opportunity to speak freely about your circumstances and release pent up feelings, without having to worry about what others think or feel, and without receiving unwanted advise from family, friends or coworkers. At the root of the problem, there are very real, legitimate and understandable reasons for feeling the way you feel, thinking the way...(view profile to read more)

One of the most difficult decisions that many of us struggle with is reaching out for help. I will provide you with practical strategies in a supportive and non-judgemental environment. Your time is valuable and if you are looking for a counsellor with a straight forward approach then please contact me. Acceptance is the magic that makes change possible!

Psychotherapy can be a powerful tool to help you grow in self-awareness, notice patterns in your life and help you heal. Just like when you watch a chess game from the outside, you can notice things about the game in a way that you cannot see when you are in a game, in the same way, psychotherapy can be extremely helpful in helping you to see yourself with more clarity and that clarity will result in a more fulfilled, intentional life.

I believe that change happens when their is a strong relationship between the client and therapist. I work hard to ensure that my clients are relaxed, comfortable and safe so that they can feel free to share openly without judgement. I believe in a collaborative approach where the client sets the pace and we work together through various therapeutic techniques (Cognitive-Behavioral, EMDR, Art, books, Family Systems) so that the client can reach the goals they set for themselves in therapy

My approach to therapy is inspired by the teachings of Carl Rogers, who believed that the most effective way to help individuals was through a warm, empathetic, and understanding relationship. I create a safe space for my clients to be open, honest, and vulnerable, allowing them to work through their challenges and find their own answers within themselves.  I use a holistic and integrative approach, drawing from a range of therapies, including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), ego states theory, somatic approaches, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, resonance and more.

As a therapist, I offer client-centered psychotherapy, blending various approaches like Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Trauma Informed Stabilization, Mindfulness, and Psychodynamic techniques. My focus is on understanding each client's unique story and needs, offering a compassionate and safe space for exploration and growth. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues, aiming to empower clients with strategies for emotional regulation, improved self-awareness, and healthier interpersonal dynamics. My approach is collaborative, adapting to each individual's journey towards healing.