Stop spinning your wheels
Many clients I’ve worked with describe an inner sense of confusion, and find themselves responding to life in ways that don’t make sense to them. Emotions are overwhelming and frightening, and some of the ways they’ve learned to manage them just lead to feeling worse. They’re constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop. This inner chaos makes it feel impossible to reach out for help - it’s hard to believe anyone could ever get it or that things could ever change. Feeling confused inside makes it hard to connect with others in a way that feels safe enough.
People share a pervasive feeling of something being wrong with them. They work hard to be successful on the outside, but inside they feel like an imposter - like they’re broken and just going through the motions, terrified they’ll be found out. Many have already tried so hard to make a change: they’ve read the books, listened to podcasts, maybe even tried therapy before, but nothing has stuck.
I help people stop fighting themselves.
My approach is about turning towards the things we often try so hard to avoid to make peace with them. When we learn to look at ourselves with curiosity (and eventually maybe even begrudging empathy), our inner chaos starts to make more sense, we feel steadier with our emotions, and we connect with ourselves and others more meaningfully. When we can address the deeper rooted patterns that are causing your suffering, we can create the kind of meaningful and long-lasting change you want. You can learn to trust and show up for yourself, and live a life that feels more connected, satisfying, and joyful.
Session Rates
50 minute virtual session: $170
75 minute virtual session: $255
FAQs
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No, you do not need a referral to see a counsellor. You also don't need a diagnosis, or have to be in crisis.
You are welcome whatever you want support with - no matter how big or small it may seem.
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You have a few options depending on what feels like the right fit for you:
If you feel ready to connect and start working together, please book an initial session on JaneApp. After you schedule your session, I’ll send you a welcome email with more information, as well as your personalized Zoom link. You’ll also be prompted to fill out a brief intake form on Jane before we meet.
If you’re unsure if we’re the right fit, or if you have questions about counselling or my approach, please book a free 15 minute consultation on Jane. At the time you’ve selected, I’ll give you a call so we can chat about what you’re hoping for and answer questions you may have.
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Fair enough - I used to be skeptical too. One of the unexpected things I learned during the pandemic was how helpful virtual counselling can actually be. It makes counselling more accessible for many people, and I’ve found it just as effective as in-person counselling for many people (though that doesn’t mean everyone, and it’s okay if it’s not the right fit for you!). If you have specific questions or concerns, book a free consultation call and we can talk them through together.
Just like in-person counselling, it’s important to be intentional about how you approach virtual counselling. It can be helpful to find ways to create a counselling space - whether that’s making yourself a cup of tea, setting aside a corner of your home just for therapy, or making sure you put a time buffer between your session and your next meeting at work. I’d also recommend being mindful about your privacy.
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We’ll start out our first session going over the informed consent form and answering any questions you may have.
Then, we’ll explore what you’re hoping for from counselling in as much or as little detail as you want. Safety and trust take time to build, so if there’s anything you don’t feel comfortable discussing, that’s totally okay. When we have a sense of your goals (whether it’s in a first session or later on!), we’ll come up with a plan together to work towards them in counselling.
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It's a great question! This really depends on your goals and how you want to use therapy. Some folks just want support building some new skills, and only come for a few sessions. Other people are working through more long-term challenges and we work together for longer.
People often come and go from counselling - it's common to come for a time, then take a break.
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Unfortunately, due to registration requirements, I’m not able to see folks who are in other provinces. There are some very rare exceptions to this for current clients - please contact me to discuss further.