Individual therapy for trauma, anxiety and life's turning points
You may be carrying old hurts, living with constant worry, or trying to find your footing after a big change. Together we work at your pace to understand what is happening and build skills that make daily life feel lighter.
What I help with
- Trauma and PTSD, including childhood trauma and abuse
- Anxiety, stress and burnout
- Depression and low mood
- Self-esteem and self-worth
- Life transitions: separation, a move, a new role, loss
- Domestic abuse, past or present, with safety planning
- Women's issues, family conflict and parenting stress
- Spirituality and questions of meaning
My approach
I draw on Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) skills and motivational interviewing.
In plain terms, we make sense of your emotions, notice the thoughts and habits that keep you stuck, and practise skills for calming your body and mind. Sessions are client-led: you set the pace and the priorities, and we build the plan together.
Trauma-informed, at a pace that feels safe
Healing from trauma does not mean reliving every detail. We start by building safety and steadiness, then work through what still hurts when you are ready. Years of work in shelters, child protection and crisis services taught me how trauma shapes a life, and how much people can recover.
Questions about individual therapy
Do I need a diagnosis to start therapy?
No. You do not need a diagnosis or a referral. Many people come simply because something feels heavy or stuck and they want help making sense of it.
How long are sessions, and how often do we meet?
Sessions are 50 minutes. Most people start weekly or every two weeks, then space sessions out as things improve. We decide together.
Can you prescribe medication?
No. Social workers do not prescribe medication. If medication might help, I can encourage you to speak with your family doctor or nurse practitioner, and we can work alongside that care.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes. What you share stays between us, with a few limits set by law: if there is a serious risk of harm to you or someone else, if a child may be at risk, or if records are ordered by a court. I explain these limits in our first session so there are no surprises.
Reaching out is often the hardest step
Book a free 15-minute call to ask your questions and see if we are a good fit, with no pressure to continue.