Anxiety often feels like a "background noise" that you can’t turn off—a constant loop of "what-ifs," physical tension, or the feeling that you’re always waiting for the other shoe to drop. While anxiety is a natural response to stress, it shouldn't be the one driving your life.

Counselling provides a dedicated space to slow down, unpack those heavy thoughts, and build a practical toolkit to regain control.

Work With Your Brain, Not Against It

ADHD can make daily life feel like a constant uphill climb against procrastination, "brain fog," and the weight of unmet expectations. Counselling isn't about "fixing" who you are; it’s about building a toolkit that respects how your neurodivergent mind actually works.

What We Might Do Together

Our sessions are practical and collaborative. We move beyond the "shoulds" to identify the specific executive functioning blocks holding you back. Using evidence-based therapy, we challenge the shame of "not doing enough" and learn to manage big emotions, becoming more practice at bypassing the overwhelm to find immediate, actionable strategies that align with who you want to be.

How it Helps

• Regain Control: Build systems for time-blindness and task initiation.

• Reduce Burnout: Stop the cycle of over-extending and crashing.

• Silence the Inner Critic: Replace "I'm lazy" with a clear understanding of your brain's unique wiring.

Some of the challenges that people with autism face can be really hard. Counselling could help you prepare for and cope with change, develop coping strategies, build your social skills, and help you feel more confident.

Bullying—whether it happened in childhood or is occurring now in the workplace—can leave deep scars on your self-esteem and sense of safety. Counselling provides a secure space to process the hurt, break the cycle of isolation, and rebuild your confidence.

What We Might Do Together

We focus on moving from "victim" to "survivor" by addressing both the internal narrative and external boundaries.

How it Helps

• Heals the Shame: Recognize that the bullying was about the other person’s behavior, not your worth.

• Restores Boundaries: Learn how to set firm limits and protect your mental energy.

• Builds Resilience: Gain the emotional tools to navigate social or professional environments with a renewed sense of security.

Whether you are starting a new career, navigating a breakup, or adjusting to a major life shift, transitions can feel like being caught between two shores. Even "positive" change can trigger anxiety, grief, or a loss of identity. Counselling helps you turn the discomfort of the unknown into an opportunity for intentional growth.

What We Might Do Together

We focus on grounding you in the present while planning for the future.

• ACT & CBT: We practice accepting the "messy middle" of change and challenging the fear-based thoughts that keep you stuck.

• Solution-Focused & Motivational Interviewing: We tap into your past resilience to find immediate, practical steps. We clarify your "why," ensuring the path you take aligns with who you want to be in this next chapter.

How it Helps

• Reduces Overwhelm: Break down a massive life shift into manageable, bite-sized pieces.

• Provides Clarity: Identify what to let go of and what to carry forward into your new reality.

• Builds Confidence: Transform a sense of "losing control" into a proactive, values-driven transition.

Do you feel like your emotions go from 0 to 100 in seconds? Whether it’s overwhelming anger, deep sadness, or intense anxiety, feeling "hijacked" by your feelings can be exhausting.

Counselling helps you build an internal thermostat, giving you the power to stay grounded even when the emotional weather gets rough.

What We Might Do Together

We move from fighting your feelings to understanding and managing them.

How it Helps

• Increases Stability: Learn to catch the "spark" before it becomes a fire.

• Reduces Reactivity: Respond to stress with intention rather than impulsive habits.

• Enhances Relationships: Communicate your needs clearly without being overwhelmed by the intensity of the moment.

Depression can feel like living life in grayscale, where even the smallest tasks feel like climbing a mountain. Whether you’re dealing with a heavy "fog," persistent self-criticism, or a total loss of interest, counselling provides a compassionate space to reconnect with your vitality.

What We Might Do Together

We work to interrupt the cycle of withdrawal and low energy by taking small, strategic steps.

• We might identify the "depressive loops" in your thinking and learn how to coexist with difficult feelings without letting them dictate your actions.

• We might focus on "behavioral activation"—finding the smallest possible wins to build momentum. We explore what truly matters to you to help reignite your internal spark.

How it Helps

• Breaks the Stagnation: Shift from feeling "stuck" to taking manageable, purposeful action.

• Reduces Self-Critique: Replace harsh self-judgment with a more balanced, self-compassionate perspective.

• Restores Meaning: Reconnect with your values and the activities that bring a sense of accomplishment or joy.

Whether you are looking to cut back, quit entirely, or simply understand why you’re using substances more than you’d like, counselling offers a path forward. We move away from "shame and blame" and focus instead on the function the substance is serving in your life.

How it Helps

• Breaks the Cycle: Gain clarity on the triggers and habits that lead to use.

• Builds New Tools: Develop healthier ways to regulate emotions and handle life’s pressures.

• Restores Autonomy: Shift from feeling controlled by a substance to making intentional, values-based choices.

Conflict is a natural part of any relationship, but when it becomes a repetitive cycle of blame, silence, or resentment, it can feel draining.

Counselling provides a neutral space to de-escalate the tension and address the underlying patterns that keep you and your loved ones stuck.

What We Might Do Together

We move away from "who is right" and focus on "what works."

Looking at the patterns and triggers that lead to blow-ups can help you learn to manage the conflict, even when it feels heated, helping you rebuild trust and cooperation.

How it Helps

• Breaks the Loop: Recognize and stop the "pursue-withdraw" or "attack-defend" patterns.

• Improves Communication: Learn to express needs and boundaries without triggering defensiveness.

• Restores Safety: Create a more predictable, supportive environment where everyone feels heard.

Impulse control isn’t about having "perfect willpower"; it’s about widening the gap between an urge and an action. Whether it’s impulsive spending, lashing out, or habits you later regret, counselling helps you slow down the process so you can make choices you feel proud of.

What We Might Do Together

We look at the "wiring" behind your impulses and build a toolkit for the heat of the moment.

How it Helps

• Pause Before You Act: Move from "autopilot" reactions to intentional responses.

• Reduce Post-Impulse Regret: Align your behavior with your values, reducing the "shame cycle."

• Build Frustration Tolerance: Develop the mental muscle needed to handle life’s stressors without reaching for a quick (but unhelpful) fix.

Loneliness isn’t just about being alone; it’s the painful feeling of being disconnected or misunderstood, even when people are around. Whether you are navigating a new city, a life change, or a long-standing sense of isolation, counselling helps you rebuild the bridge to yourself and others.

What We Do Together

We address the internal barriers that make reaching out feel risky or exhausting. Shame and guilt can be painful to sit with.

• CBT & ACT: We challenge the "inner critic" that tells you you’re a burden or don't belong. We practice being present with the discomfort of loneliness without letting it define your worth.

• Solution-Focused & Motivational Interviewing: We identify small, low-pressure ways to increase social connection that feel authentic to you. We focus on your values to ensure the relationships you build are meaningful and lasting.

How it Helps

• Dissolves Shame: Shift from "What is wrong with me?" to "How can I connect?"

• Builds Social Confidence: Develop practical tools to navigate social anxiety and vulnerability.

• Fosters Belonging: Move from passive isolation to active, values-driven engagement with the world around you.

You don’t need to be in a crisis to benefit from counselling. Just as we care for our physical health, tending to our mental health helps us build the resilience needed to handle life’s inevitable ups and downs. Whether you're feeling "off," burnt out, or simply want to understand yourself better, therapy provides the space to recalibrate.

What We Do Together

We take a holistic look at your life to see what’s working and what isn't.

• CBT & ACT: We examine the relationship between your thoughts, feelings, and actions. We work on "psychological flexibility"—the ability to stay present and move toward your goals even when life is difficult.

• Solution-Focused & Motivational Interviewing: We identify your existing strengths and clarify your vision for a "well" life. We focus on small, sustainable habit changes that improve your daily mood and energy levels.

How it Helps

• Prevents Burnout: Identify the signs of stress before they become overwhelming.

• Deepens Self-Awareness: Understand your patterns, triggers, and values on a deeper level.

• Improves Quality of Life: Move from just "surviving" to actively thriving in your work, relationships, and personal time.

Motivation isn’t something you "have" or "don't have"—it is something we build. When you feel stuck, uninspired, or paralyzed by the gap between where you are and where you want to be, counselling helps you find the internal spark needed to get moving again.

What We Might Do Together

We move away from "trying harder" and focus on "working smarter" with your brain’s natural drive.

• We explore your mixed feelings about change and tap into your core values to find a "why" that feels stronger than your excuses. We focus on your past successes to prove that progress is possible.

• We address the "all-or-nothing" thinking and the fear of failure that often masquerade as a lack of motivation. We learn to take action even when you don't "feel like it" by aligning your behavior with your long-term goals.

How it Helps

• Ends Procrastination: Break down overwhelming goals into manageable, "low-friction" steps.

• Builds Momentum: Shift from waiting for inspiration to creating it through consistent action.

• Clarifies Purpose: Ensure your energy is being spent on things that actually matter to you, reducing burnout and boredom.

Procrastination is rarely about being "lazy" or "poor at time management." More often, it is a way of coping with stress, fear of failure, or feeling overwhelmed. When the "to-do" list feels like a source of threat, your brain naturally looks for a way to escape.

Counselling helps you lower the stakes and find a clear path forward.

What We Might Do Together

We look at the "why" behind the delay and build a bridge to action.

• We might challenge the perfectionism and "all-or-nothing" thinking that makes starting feel impossible. We use mindfulness to help you sit with the discomfort of a difficult task without reaching for a distraction.

• We might identify your "exceptions"—those times you did get things done—and use them to create a low-friction strategy. We reconnect your daily tasks to your bigger goals, making "starting" feel meaningful rather than just a chore.

How it Helps

• Lowers the Barrier: Learn how to break tasks down so they no longer trigger an avoidant response.

• Reduces the Shame Cycle: Shift from self-criticism to self-compassion, which is scientifically proven to increase productivity.

• Builds Reliable Habits: Develop a personalized toolkit for task initiation that works even when your motivation is low.

"School Can't" is not a choice or a case of "being difficult"—it is a physical and emotional response to extreme overwhelm.

When the school environment feels unsafe or overstimulating, a student’s nervous system goes into survival mode.

Counselling provides a soft place to land to identify the root causes and build a sustainable path back to learning.

What We Do Together

We move away from pressure and toward understanding the underlying "why."

• We work to identify the specific anxieties—social, academic, or sensory—that make school feel impossible. We learn to acknowledge big fears without being paralyzed by them, focusing on psychological safety first.

• I work collaboratively with the student (and parents) to find what does work. We identify "micro-wins"—small moments of engagement—and use the student’s own interests and values to spark a sense of agency.

How it Helps

• Reduces Family Tension: Shifting the focus from "attendance" to "well-being" helps lower the temperature at home.

• Identifies Sensory & Emotional Needs: Pinpoint the specific triggers that lead to shut-down or melt-down.

• Creates a Workable Plan: Develop a gradual, shame-free roadmap for reconnection that respects the student’s current capacity.