As a counsellor working with individuals (adults, children and youth), couples and families, my role is to partner with you if you are experiencing symptoms after being exposed to traumatic experiences in your life, such as an accident or natural disaster, past or current abuse, physical and/or sexual assaults, career and/or education issues (such as discrimination or harassment), or the traumatic loss of a relationship due to a death, divorce, separation or relational issues. I also partner with individuals, couples and families who are experiencing challenges in personal decision-making, stress at work or at home, facing challenging relationship issues, or concerns with their kids or extended family. Times of transitioning through life stages can be very complicated to navigate but they can be met with great success.
'Symptoms' can surface as: 'unexplained' depression or anxiety, feelings of unease or agitation, feeling guarded or being easily startled, challenges in relationships such as communication or intimacy, and having a difficult time believing in oneself. We might experience a loss of interest in people or activities we once enjoyed. Sometimes we can have a hard time simply getting out of bed because we feel overwhelmed or helpless. We might even believe we are 'losing our minds' leaving us feeling alone, isolated, and ashamed. Life doesn't have to be lived this way. I love to come alongside individuals, couples and families who are facing some of these challenges. I find it a privilege to partner with people who are taking the risk to understand what the impact of life situations can look like and examining the interplay between those experiences and meeting life goals. Partnering together to find creative ways of bringing all your situations - good or bad - together, to build a fulfilling, satisfying and enjoyable life is my goal for each person that I meet. Life is complicated - but it doesn't have to overwhelm us. We can grow and learn through all of our experiences.
