I have specialized training in working with youth, teens and young adults using unique techniques that help draw out the expressive nature, strength and confidence in people. I guide young people and help them flourish and prosper as they transition into the next phase of their life.
I have a special gift for establishing rapport and inspiring confidence in my clients.
YOUNG ADULT COUNSELLING
As your counsellor I will help you gain a deeper understanding of your thoughts and feelings, provide you with strategies to effectively cope with stress, and help you identify what it is that you truly want and need.
I can also help you identify patterns, behaviours and unresolved issues that could be interfering with your happiness and achievement of your personal goals.
In a safe and non-judgmental setting, we will collaborate to explore both areas of strength and aspects of your life that you would like to improve.
Essentially, through therapy, we can explore strategies to help you achieve your goals and begin making impactful changes in your life.
Each individual I work with has his/her/their own unique needs, so I tailor treatment according to your need.
With my support you can work toward the growth you want to realize in your life.
TEEN COUNSELLING
Is your teenage child struggling to function at school, home or in society?
Have you noticed a concerning change in your teenager’s emotional stability or behavior?
Is your teen experiencing mood swings and/or behavioural changes?
Does your teenager have difficulty managing stress and life responsibilities?
Do you wonder if your teen may be suicidal?
Are you worried your teen may not make it through adolescence to become a healthy, functional adult?
Do you wish you better understood your teen’s experience and had the skills and support to help him or her work through the challenging teenage years?
I can help with the above issues. As your teen’s therapist, I will teach them to develop the skills needed to understand themselves better and cope with difficult/overwhelming emotions in ways that are healthy and empowering.
I also aim to build awareness and reflection in teens to help them see how their behaviour affects others in their lives.
Through my work, your teen will have a better understanding of who they are and will develop an improved self-esteem at an age where identity and self-worth are constantly being tested.
CHILDREN 4 years old and up:
Counselling can help your child feel more confident in and out of school, reduce negative behavior and improve coping skills.
I will help your child to explore and resolve problems through the use of therapeutic play therapy.
Play therapy is helpful to children in numerous ways, including:
Helping to heal from past stressful and traumatic experiences.
Allowing for the expression of feelings.
Encouraging creative thoughts and new ideas.
Allowing the development of healthy decision-making skills.
Enabling the communication of problems and concerns to others.
Supporting the learning of new ways of thinking and behaving.
I can help your child with the following issues:
Behavioral problems like excessive anger, acting out, bedwetting, or eating disorders.
Grades in school dropping significantly, especially if the child usually maintains high grades.
Episodes of sadness, tearfulness, or depression.
Becoming socially withdrawn or isolated.
Being the victim of bullying or bullying other children.
Showing aggressive behaviour, such as biting, kicking, or hitting.
Developing or increasing physical complaints, such as headaches, stomach-aches or not feeling well in general, even with a normal physical exam by the doctor.
Experiencing problems in transitions following a separation, divorce, or relocation.
