I offer a range of connection services that are based in transformative being at your own pace. Currently primarily offering individual art psychotherapy and counselling, I am also moving towards offering accessible online monthly groups and small groups in the future, so stay tuned!

Current options for connecting for individual art psychotherapy are:

• individual in person sessions

• individual online sessions

• outdoor in person sessions in a park or outdoor setting

• a combination of all three types of sessions

What to expect:

I believe that you are the expert of your life, so you can expect an atmosphere of collaboration and a relationship based on trust, non-judgement, compassion, empathy, cultural sensitivity, acceptance, respect, and curiosity. I use theory to inform questions to help you find answers from within and am committed to offering strength based perspectives. You can expect to lead the process and explore materials at your own pace. I may offer art invitations that emerge out of your explorations and might do art alongside you, if that’s more comfortable for your process. You do not need to identify as an artist, as I believe we are all inherently creative, and I will meet you where you are. I see the art as an extension of you and so I treat the art and the artmaking process with the respect I treat you as a person.

There are little parameters around what we do in a session, but it generally holds the structure of:

·       beginning with a brief check in

·       moving into art making (with or without dialogue)

·       then if inspired, taking time to look at the art and processing it in dialogue

Arc of Therapy:

Therapy begins with an intake session, where we connect around your history and get to know one another so that you can determine goodness of fit. Depending upon your goals for therapy, your therapeutic needs may range from needing a only a few sessions to a longer commitment and a more intensive, consistent experience. When engaging in a longer term therapy relationship, planned endings are important so that you have the opportunity for closure and experience the transition in a safe and predictable way.

It is important to note that all therapy looks different for everyone and can be experienced in nonlinear and sometimes surprising or unpredictable ways. There can be a range of responses and reactions within the therapeutic context, but the discomfort and challenges that can emerge are temporary and are met with as much gentleness and support as possible.

Individual SessionFees:

$150 per 1 hour session

$225 per 1.5 hour session

3rd Party Insurance: Many insurance providers reimburse ACCT counsellors like me with RTC designation for plans that include “counselling” services. I invite you to check with your insurance company to see what benefits you are eligible for within your particular plan. My designation: Registered Therapeutic Counsellor RTC #3578

Limited sliding scale rates available.