I believe that all individuals have the capacity for change when given an opportunity to self-reflect and look within. The therapeutic alliance is of upmost importance in creating a safe space to experience your emotional world with another trusted person. To help create this alliance, my approach is collaborative, and client centered. I draw on a psychodynamic/psychoanalytic approach to therapy and invite clients to examine patterns, behaviours, responses, and ways of relating to others. We explore why certain patterns of relating exist to gain a better understanding. This is where acceptance and change begin. Couples and Families-my approach is the same while drawing on Gottman Method and Family Systems. Understanding each other’s emotional world and learning to articulate it to another person(s) are key in effective communication and change in relationships. I welcome clients with diverse backgrounds and needs and provide counselling in English and French.

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