Mental health support for physical illness, pain and uncertainty. We know that anxiety, depression and chronic stress often occur in tandem with or as a result of physical illness but can be overlooked or we may fear addressing these mental health challenges directly. Managing symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, pain and others alongside of coordinating appointments, medications, treatments can feel overwhelming and isolating. It can be difficult to figure out how we can realistically fit in our needs while juggling the other demands and priorities we have.
Developing a healthier approach and tools to work within stress. Creating and identifying the trigger points and examining any possible shifts and/or changes that can be realistically made.
Stress is a feeling where one is unable to cope-up with the changing demands of life. Such feelings may be immediate and incontrollable. If not taken care at an earlier stage, it may lead to serious mental health issues and may lead towards addictions.
My approach is grounded in authenticity, trust, and often humour. I believe you have the wisdom to navigate life’s challenges and I strive to help empower you to facilitate change in therapy. Working with a therapist can help you examine the sources of stress in your life and to develop alternative responses aimed to improve your well-being. I work with individuals, couples, children and families offering a free consultation to ensure we are a good fit. I carry a systemic lens, exploring the way culture, community and family shape our experiences and aspirations. I am committed to strength-based and anti-oppressive practice in my work. I recognize the importance and responsibility I have as a therapist, to address the systemic inequalities impacting clients in their lives.
Stress impacts all walks of life. Some individuals may be more subjective to stress and the impacts that result from the experience. With support, a positive outlook and good coping strategies, stress can be managed at greater ease. Let's start where you are and develop a plan to reduce the stress you're experiencing to improve the quality of your life.
Are you stressed out by your job, relationships, schooling, or life in general? Let's create a space for you to release that stress and find coping tools to help with the day to day.