Getting Started
If you’re considering counselling for the first time, it’s completely natural to feel a little uncertain. Our first step is getting to know one another and creating a space where you feel supported as we explore what brings you here.
You may be seeking support with…
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Feeling uncertain as you move through changes in identity, relationships, career, or the direction of your life.
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Moving through the loss of a person, relationship, season of life, or the future you once imagined for yourself.
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Feeling emotionally exhausted, caught in patterns of overthinking, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or unsure how to move forward.
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Exploring the expectations, beliefs, and roles you have carried.
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Creating space to reconnect with your values, needs, and inner wisdom.
Wherever you find yourself right now, you are welcome to arrive here as you are.
My Therapeutic Approaches
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Person-Centred
At the heart of person-centred counselling is the relationship we build together. Grounded in compassion, respect, and genuine curiosity, it creates space for you to explore your experiences at your own pace and reconnect with your own wisdom and capacity for growth. -
Mindfulness-Informed
Mindfulness encourages us to slow down and become more aware of our thoughts, emotions, and experiences as they unfold. Through cultivating a gentle and non-judgmental awareness, we can begin to meet ourselves with greater understanding, self-compassion, and choice. -
Somatic-Informed
Sometimes our bodies hold what words cannot yet express. A somatic-informed approach invites gentle awareness of physical sensations, emotions, and nervous system responses, helping us develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and what we may need during times of stress and overwhelm.
What to Expect
01 | Complimentary Consultation
A complimentary 15-minute consultation provides an opportunity to connect, ask questions, and learn more about one another. It is a chance for you to get a sense of my approach, and for us to explore whether working together feels like the right fit.
15 minutes | Online
02 | First Counselling Session
In your first session, we’ll explore what’s bringing you to counselling and take some time to understand what you’ve been experiencing. We’ll also talk about what you’re hoping for from counselling and what support might be most helpful for you. From there, we can begin to explore what feels most important to you.
50 minutes | Online
03 | Ongoing Counselling Session
Ongoing counselling provides a space to continue exploring what’s most important to you, with support and curiosity along the way. Sessions are 50 or 80 minutes, and the frequency can be guided by your needs and what feels right for you.
50 & 80 minutes | Online
Fees & Insurance
50-minute individual counselling sessions are $100, and 80-minute sessions are $140. I provide a receipt after each session that you can submit to your extended health benefits provider for reimbursement. Coverage varies by provider and plan, so I recommend checking with your benefits provider to confirm whether my Registered Therapeutic Counsellor Candidate-RTCc designation is eligible.
