Common Concerns I Work With:
Below, you will find some of the concerns that I most often support my clients with. Please note that these are some common concerns, but not a complete list of what you can explore in therapy with me. ​
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Contact me with any questions or concerns you might have, and I will be happy to discuss them more in a free consultation!
Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety is a heightened state of worry or fear that can cause physical symptoms like a racing heart or restlessness, and mental-emotional symptoms such as overthinking, troubles with decision-making, and self-doubt. It can often making everyday tasks feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Depression is a persistent feeling of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness that can impact your ability to find joy or motivation in life. Both conditions can interfere with daily functioning, but with the right support, it's possible to manage and overcome them. How Can Therapy Help? In a safe, non-judgmental space, we'll work together to explore the root causes of your anxiety and depression, identify thought patterns that may be holding you back, and develop practical strategies to bring you relief and a sense of empowerment in your day-to-day life. In the moments when your journey feels dark and lonely, I can walk along you, holding up the light until you are able to hold it yourself. Take the first step toward feeling better today. Reach out to learn more about how therapy can help you heal and thrive.
Relationship Challenges
Whether you are navigating the dating world, or working on relationships with family, friends, or romantic partners, therapy can be helpful for navigating the complexities of relationships. Through our therapeutic relationship, we can explore a number of concerns including identifying unmet needs, where to set boundaries, understanding resentment, navigating conflicts, emotional intimacy, codependency, compassion fatigue, and dating burnout. I can support my clients in learning how to communicate effectively, express their needs clearly, and listen with empathy, which helps to reduce misunderstandings and foster deeper connection. By learning to communicate more openly, setting and respecting boundaries, and cultivating emotional intimacy, therapy empowers individuals to build stronger, more resilient relationships that align with their true self. Whether you're struggling with ongoing tension, looking to strengthen a bond, or working through a difficult transition, therapy offers the space to create lasting positive change and deeper connection. Please reach out to learn more about how I can support you!
Grief and Trauma
What Is Grief? Grief is the emotional response to loss, typically associated with the death of a loved one, but it can also arise from other forms of loss, such as the end of a relationship or a significant life change. It involves feelings of sadness, anger, confusion, and sometimes even relief, as individuals process their emotions and adjust to life without what was lost. What Is Trauma? Trauma refers to the emotional and psychological impact of distressing events, such as accidents, abuse, or natural disasters, which can overwhelm a person's ability to cope. Both grief and trauma can deeply affect one's mental, emotional, and physical well-being, and healing often requires time, support, and often professional help. How Can Psychotherapy Help? Psychotherapy offers a supportive space to process your emotions, understand the impact of your experiences, and begin the journey toward healing. Whether you're grieving the loss of a relationship or loved one, or coping with the effects of a traumatic event, therapy can help you navigate the complex feelings that often accompany these difficult times. Through compassionate, evidence-based approaches, we work together to help you understand your emotions, develop healthy coping strategies, and ultimately find a sense of peace and resilience. In this work, it is very important that we prioritize healing at a pace that works for you, and ensuring that your body feels safe, grounded, and secure along the way. Together, we will build a toolbox of techniques to help you stay connected to your body and ensure that it is a safe space to exist within. You don't have to carry the heaviness of grief and trauma alone—therapy can guide you through the healing process and help you rediscover hope for the future. Contact me to book a free consultation and to learn more about how I can support you!
Perfectionism, People Pleasing, and More
What is Perfectionism? Perfectionism is the pattern of setting unrealistically high standards for oneself and striving for flawlessness in everything one does. This can often lead to excessive self-criticism, fear of failure, procrastination, burnout, and a constant feeling of never measuring up. What is People Pleasing? People-pleasing can happen when someone develops the pattern of prioritizing others' needs and desires over their own, often to gain approval or avoid conflict. This behaviour can lead to neglecting personal boundaries and feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to meet others' expectations. In the most extreme cases, it can also lead to resentment, burnout, a fear of letting others down, and low self-esteem. How Can Therapy Help With These? Behavioural patterns or "roles" that we step into, such as the Perfectionist and People Pleaser, are often rooted in shameful beliefs about ourselves. Therapy helps unravel these unhelpful patterns by providing a safe space to explore their underlying causes, such as past experiences or deep-seated beliefs. Through techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), inner child work, IFS, and mindfulness, I can help individuals challenge negative thought patterns, process old emotional wounds, develop healthier self-esteem, and set boundaries, ultimately fostering more balanced and authentic ways of thinking and behaving. ​Contact me to learn more about how I can support you in a free consultation!
Existential and Spiritual Exploration
One might feel compelled to explore their existential and spiritual self when they experience a sense of existential dread. Existential dread is a deep sense of anxiety or fear related to life's ultimate meaning, purpose, or the inevitability of death. It often arises when individuals confront questions about their existence, the nature of reality, or the uncertainty of life’s direction. These thoughts can be accompanied by hopelessness, depression or feeling lost in one's life. How Can Therapy Help? Therapy can support people experiencing existential dread by offering a safe space to explore these profound questions without judgment, helping individuals navigate feelings of uncertainty and find personal meaning in their lives. Approaches like existential therapy or mindfulness-based therapies can encourage self-reflection, foster acceptance of life's impermanence, and help individuals develop a deeper, more grounded sense of purpose. In my experience, integrating psychospiritual perspectives can deeply support this kind of exploration as it can create a stronger connection to higher purpose, higher power, and feelings of hope. This can be explored through a number of techniques centred around mindfulness and consciousness. Please contact me for a free consultation if this resonates with you. You do not need to sit in these heavy feelings alone!
Life Transitions
Life transitions—whether it's moving out on your own, heading off to university, changing careers, or starting a family—can be both exciting and overwhelming. These shifts often come with a mix of anticipation, uncertainty, and emotional strain. Therapy can be an invaluable resource during these times, providing a safe space to process complex feelings, gain clarity, and build resilience. Whether you're navigating the stress of change, facing self-doubt, or adjusting to new responsibilities, I can help you develop coping strategies, boost self-confidence, and explore your goals and values. With the support of therapy, you can embrace transitions with greater ease and confidence, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and personal development.
Veganism Anxiety
How can therapy help with anxiety about being vegan in a non-vegan world? I am honoured to offer psychotherapy services to clients who may be experiencing a sense of heaviness around being vegan in a non-vegan world. You may have fears around the state of the environment, anger or pain around the mistreatment of animals, or challenges in relating to those you love most who may not align with your values. These experiences can be very overwhelming, isolating, and sometimes even debilitating. It's my goal to create a safe space for these feelings to be expressed and honoured. Together we can explore how they impact you, and my hope is that we can even find a way to reconnect to your sense of purpose, value, and empowerment within this journey.