Services
Over 15 years of work in the social services, I have counselled people in various stages of life, from childhood to the teen years, to couples and families. Whatever life stage you find yourself in, I’m here to support you as you navigate your way towards your goals.
Children
We tend to minimize how much children absorb from their surroundings. The truth is that they have often seen or heard more than we think, but they don’t yet know how to make sense of it all. My work with children focuses on helping them understand, in age-appropriate ways, what they’ve seen or heard and how it relates to them.
Families
Every family has problems, some of which lead to fighting, resentment, estrangement, and other imbalanced family dynamics. If your family needs some support, I’m here to help. We’ll work as a team to help each member of the family communicate their concerns and goals in a healthy way, and find balance within the family system.
Teens
The teen years are a time of discovery and finding one’s own identity. This can be a challenging phase for many, particularly with regard to family relationships, friendships, and romantic relationships. I’m here to support you as you learn to identify the unique set of values, boundaries, and goals you want to carry with you into adulthood.
Couples
Romantic relationships can be the most important ones of our adult lives, but they often take some work. When partners hit rough patches, counselling can be the way to make it through to the other side. As an objective third party, my role will be to help you better understand each other and refocus on your shared values and future goals.
Parents & Caregivers
The emotional impact of raising children has been said to feel like having your heart go walking around outside your body. Every caregiver worries and wishes they could protect their children from all the world’s ills, which can create tense family dynamics. In our sessions, we’ll talk about how to be supportive while encouraging independence.
Individuals
Whether you’re struggling through a tough time, are ready to work through some older issues, or just need to process an event or feelings you’ve had, I’m here to help. Being able to talk to a professional lets you get everything off your chest in a safe space, where my primary role is to support you through this experience.