My Approach to Therapy in Georgetown, ON

I am known for my nonjudgmental, genuine, and collaborative style, with a sense of humor and a direct, down-to-earth approach. I provide an environment that respects individuality and choice while also offering the structure needed for growth.

My primary approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based treatment that is effective, collaborative, and goal-oriented. CBT helps clients understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are interconnected, and teaches strategies to build resilience and independence.

I am also a Provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  CPT is a specific cognitive behavioural treatment for PTSD that focuses on identifying “stuck points”, areas where the person’s thinking has become stuck since the traumatic event.  Common stuck points include, “it’s my fault”, “people cannot be trusted”, and “I am damaged”.   These types of thoughts can fuel painful emotions such as shame, guilt and anger often leading people to withdraw from their life and the world.  These extreme and inaccurate thoughts are explored in treatment, allowing for the development of alternative, more accurate beliefs about the trauma, other people and the world.  This shift towards more helpful thinking allows for the processing of trauma-related emotions such as sadness, regret, fear and anger.   The CPT protocol is 12 sessions.

I am clinically trained in several additional evidence-based approaches, including:

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

• Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

I integrate these methods as needed, tailoring treatment to each client’s goals, needs, and history.

Meeting You Where You Are

You don’t have to be ready for change to begin therapy. Together, we can explore your concerns, your ambivalence, and your motivation for growth at a pace that feels right for you.