A Space to Slow Down and Understand Yourself
People come to therapy for many different reasons. Sometimes anxiety, stress, or depression have become overwhelming. Sometimes people feel emotionally stuck, disconnected from themselves, exhausted in relationships, or trapped in patterns they cannot seem to break. Others come because they are carrying grief, shame, uncertainty, or experiences from the past that still feel emotionally present long after they “should” have moved on.
You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.
Many people begin therapy simply because they want to understand themselves more deeply, feel more connected in their relationships, or stop living in a constant state of tension, avoidance, or self-criticism. Therapy can also be a place to explore questions about identity, meaning, life direction, or the ways past experiences continue to shape the present.
Whatever brings you in, therapy offers an opportunity to slow down and make sense of what has been difficult to carry alone.
What Therapy With Me Looks Like
Traditional therapy takes place in conversation between the therapist and client, but no two therapy relationships look exactly the same. I try to create a space that feels welcoming, collaborative, and human rather than overly clinical or rigid.
My office is designed to feel comfortable and relaxed. Feel free to curl up on the couch, grab a blanket, and have a cup of tea. Or feel free to do none of those things. It’s always about what feels right for you.
Our first session is usually focused on getting to know one another and understanding what has brought you to therapy at this point in your life. From there, therapy becomes an ongoing process of exploring patterns, emotions, relationships, and experiences that may be contributing to your current struggles.
My approach is relational, insight-oriented, and collaborative. Together we work toward understanding not only what is happening in your life, but how your ways of coping, relating, protecting yourself, and understanding the world may have developed over time. Therapy is not simply about “fixing symptoms,” but about creating space for deeper understanding, emotional flexibility, and meaningful change.
At the same time, insight alone is not always enough. Depending on your needs, our work may also incorporate more direct strategies drawn from approaches such as mindfulness, self-compassion, acceptance-based approaches, cognitive reframing, and behavioural change.
Every person I work with has different needs, goals, and ways of engaging in therapy, so the process is always collaborative and tailored to you. Some clients come for shorter-term work focused around a specific issue, while others engage in longer-term therapy centred on deeper relational or emotional patterns.
Virtual Sessions
I offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions.
For many people, starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you are used to handling things on your own or have never spoken openly about what you are struggling with. Virtual therapy can sometimes make that first step feel more manageable. It can also be helpful for those with busy schedules, transportation barriers, or who live outside the Fredericton area.
To ensure privacy and confidentiality, I use Zoom for Health Care provided by the New Brunswick Department of Health. Unlike standard Zoom services, Zoom for Health Care complies with Canadian privacy legislation, including PIPEDA and PHIPA.
Taking the First Step
It’s common to feel uncertain, hesitant, or even anxious about starting therapy. Reaching out to someone new and talking openly about your life can feel vulnerable. Part of the work is creating a space where those conversations can happen safely, collaboratively, and at a pace that feels manageable for you.