Connective Living Counselling and Psychotherapy
“Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes”
What is Psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is the practice of speaking to a trained therapist confidentially about any thoughts, feelings, beliefs, behaviours, compulsions that you may be struggling with. It begins with uncovering old patterns that cause one to feel ineffective in life and that are no longer useful. This opens the door to being able to make real choices, learning to take the road best suited to the present situation as opposed to following old, habitual courses of action. Through the therapeutic process we learn how to make choices that are more aligned with our authentic self.
How I Can Help?
As a therapist, my role is to offer a supportive, nonjudgemental, inclusive space where you can explore your thoughst, feelings and challenges at your own pace. Using a blend of therapeutic approaches, including attachement theory, relational life therapy, mindfulness and sex-positive frameworks, I tailor our work to your unique goals and and needs.
Common Issues I Help With:
Anxiety and stress management
Depression and emotional regulation
Navigating major life transitions (quarter- life, midlife, career and relationships)
Finding purpose and meaning in life
Improving communication in relationships
Managing differences within relationships
Developing healthier boundaries and relationship patterns
Healing from childhood trauma and attachment wounds
Coping with grief and loss
Navigating divorce or separation with collaboration and care
Exploring and improving intimacy and sexual connection (individual and couples)
Supporting the LGTBQ+ community in exploring sexual identity and relationships
Understanding and navigating kink and alternative relationship dynamics
Mindfulness and emotional regulation techniques
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Who is Psychotherapy For?
Psychotherapy is for those of us who want more from life. It is for anyone who feels called to go on a personal journey. It is for those who want to explore life's challenges and to manifest their potential.
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Humanistic Psychodynamic Therapist
As a humanistic psychodynamic therapist, my perspective on healing is that we all have within us the answers for which we are searching in order to lead an authentic life. However, we may need help in recovering that knowledge.
My approach to psychotherapy is holistic. It does not separate the body, mind and spirit, but addresses the relationship between them.
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Therapeutic Process
I meet clients for 50 minute sessions for individual theapy and 75 minutes for couple session, held in a suitably designed therapy space in Bradford, ON. I also offer online therapy for anyone within Ontario.