I have extensive experience working with pre teens and teens, 12 and up. I understand the issues teens are battling with today and offer them an informal space for them to explore and share. The relationship we share creates a safe space for them to understand their emotional landscape.
When working with children, we appreciate their unique ability to process emotions and situations in a concrete way. We utilize playful activities such as games, drawing, and other forms of play to help children understand and make sense of the complex emotions they experience. This approach enables them to continue developing, communicate more effectively, and refine their emerging life skills.
I offer a supportive and understanding space for teens (13+) who are navigating the unique challenges of their developmental stages. Growing up can bring about a range of issues, from academic pressures and social difficulties to emotional regulation and self-esteem concerns. Together, we'll explore these challenges, providing tools and strategies to cope with their feelings, improve their relationships, and build confidence in themselves. This process is about empowering them to understand and navigate their world with resilience and hope.
Registered Psychotherapist, HBEd, MA (Hons.), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
As an educator I have taught over 50,000 kids in the last twenty years. I have helped children through academics but most importantly life issues. I studied psychological child development and behavior at the University of Toronto.
Being a young person today is a tough job, there is a lot to learn, a lot to cope with and a lot to handle. I have a passion is to help kids and teens deal with their social, emotional and mental health challenges to help them find healthy and confident ways to mature into a fulfilling adulthood.
I help teenagers cope with managing their emotions, anxiety and interpersonal difficulties. We often spend time exploring the roots of symptoms and work together to minimize their impact on the teen's life.
Being a child and teen can be difficult. In implementing various treatment modalities, clinicians will work with you to recognize maladaptive behaviors and develop adaptive and more effective coping mechanisms.
Psychologist, Psychologist, Registered Psychotherapist, Pre Registration Professionals
Regardless of the issue your child is struggling with, we are committed to helping them discover themselves by supporting your child and you the parent during the process of a psychological and physical transformation.
With my many years in education I am able and skilled at working with and relating to children and adolescents.
However what I believe makes me truly effective is that I am approachable.
What can I say kids like my smile!
It's also probably because I am still a kid at heart, and because I know what its like for kids to suffer trauma.
My father died when I was 10, he was an alcoholic and was abusive.
I grew up with prejudice, as I am half East Indian.
I moved out when I was 15 because I couldn't stand my step-father.
I started using drugs when I was 13 stopped at 26.
I believe kids need structure and discipline to keep them safe.
My students always said Miss Richardson is really tough.
She is firm but fair, and we have fun!