Therapy, guidance, support and supervision
-Couples Therapy - Guidance
When we feel misunderstood or hurt, it can become difficult to truly
listen to or connect with one another. These feelings can leave us
feeling lonely, sad, afraid, or angry. Attempts to "fix things" often
make matters worse, leading to entrenched and destructive patterns.
Good Intentions When a relationship becomes challenging, it’s often because it means so much to us. We struggle to connect with the person we care about most. When our fundamental needs for safety, love, and feeling "good enough" are unmet, conflicts can arise. Despite longing for closeness, we may resort to blaming each other instead. My Approach and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Over the past 30 years, research has demonstrated that an Emotionally Focused approach is highly effective for building and repairing supportive bonds between partners. As your therapist, I approach our sessions without judgment or taking sides. My role is to guide you toward a deeper understanding of yourselves, each other, and the patterns that have developed in your relationship. When we are supported in listening more closely to our emotions and needs, we begin to see, understand, and recognize both ourselves and each other in new ways. I work to create moments of insight and connection—often loving and transformative—that open doors to new dialogues and possibilities in your relationship and life. In addition to EFT, I draw from my experience in systemic family therapy, narrative therapy, and integrative therapy. Couples therapy can feel vulnerable, so it is essential to feel safe both in the process and with your therapist—as individuals and as a couple. Our first session allows you to get to know me and my methods, giving you the opportunity to decide if and how you would like to continue working together. Learn more about Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy here. |
Individual Therapy - Coaching
In individual therapy or counseling,
I draw on my expertise from Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), also integrative/gestalt therapy, and narrative/systemic therapy. With this broad background, I tailor my approach to each person’s unique needs, whether they relate to anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges. My goal is to provide a safe and structured environment that fosters emotional processing of your relationship with yourself and others while strengthening your ability to navigate life—and love. Our first session will involve exploring your concerns and needs while offering an opportunity to become better acquainted. Therapy involves vulnerability, so it is important to feel comfortable with your therapist. After our initial session, you will have the chance to reflect and decide whether, and how, you wish to continue. |
Family Therapy - Conciliation
At times, it’s natural to seek distance from one’s family, especially as a young adult. It can be healthy to explore the world and discover who you are, free from familial influence. However, over time, our relationship with family often becomes a vital part of how we define and see ourselves. Family history and relationships serve as essential reference points for our identity and life choices. Indigenous wisdom teaches that we carry the experiences and destinies of past generations within us. My work as a family therapist affirms this truth: pain and trauma from previous generations—such as wartime hardships—can profoundly influence the thoughts, feelings, and actions of their descendants.”
Building Stronger Family Relationships In modern society, numerous factors can create stress and conflict within families, particularly across generations. The emotional and material demands placed on us often highlight the need for mutual support among family members. Cultivating and maintaining strong familial relationships is more important than ever. Throughout my career, I have worked with families in various forms and contexts. I provide guidance and therapy to help improve relationships across generations and regardless of religious or cultural affiliations. Individual family members or entire families are welcome to contact me for an exploratory session to decide whether they wish to collaborate further. Specialized Programs As part of my work, I have translated and adapted courses aimed at strengthening family bonds. These include: • “Hold Me, Let Me Go” Supporting relationships between teenagers and their parents. • “Hold Me, Let Me Be Me” – Helping adult children and their parents repair or improve their relationships. More information about these programs is available under the “Courses” section. |
