What does it mean to be in therapy?

There may be a specific issues or event that brings you consider therapy; or you may be experiencing ongoing disillusion or discomfort with the way you feel in your life and relationships. Whether specific or hard to explain, working with a therapist means having space and support to approach the hard feelings. Anxiety, depression, recovery from trauma or narcissistic wounding, conflict or impasses in relationships are all ways you may arrive to therapy.

What is relational therapy?

Relational therapy is grounded in the belief that our early foundational relationships continue to affect our lives and relationships well into adulthood. Rather than a “fix it” approach, a relational approach seeks to understand and examine the patterns and dynamics that have developed over time, and that make us who we are. Sometimes, this means facing coping strategies that once worked well to protect us and that now feel like they prevent us from being who we want to be, or from having the relationships we desire. Sometimes, this means creating and holding space to hear the quiet voices we are ready to hear. Drawing on attachment theory and guided by ongoing neurobiological research, relational work at its core understands that the connection between therapist and client is the most important ingredient for healing.

How do I work and what services do I offer?

I see clients both in person and online. I work Monday-Thursday. I work with both individuals and couples. and am sex positive and gender affirming. This is a safe space for trans, queer and gender queer folk. I am comfortable sitting in the in between spaces of transition, whether they be about aging, relationships, how you want to move through the world, or how you want to feel in your body.

Can We Do A Consult First?

Yes! It is very important to feel your therapist is someone you can trust and build a relationship with. We can do a short consult (usually by phone) in the beginning to see if it feels comfortable and touch base as we go that it continues to feel like a good fit.

My Fees

I charge $135/ Individual 50 min session; $180/Couples 70 minute session. I do have a sliding scale ($80-$115) and have some low-cost spots available ($45).

Insurance/OHIP

Psychotherapy is not covered by OHIP. However if you have insurance that includes psychotherapy, I provide receipts containing all information needed for making a claim.