There is no need to have things figured out before you begin. In fact, many people come to counselling just knowing something needs to change; they're just not sure why or how.

Therapy doesn’t require a perfect summary of your situation. It’s a conversation that unfolds over time. Part of my role is to help you untangle what’s going on, ask thoughtful questions, and make space for what’s ready to be understood.

You can bring as much or as little as you like to begin with. The process will meet you where you are.

This is not uncommon, and it doesn’t mean you failed or that therapy “just isn’t for you.”

There are many reasons therapy might not have felt helpful in the past:

• You didn’t feel a strong connection with the therapist

• The approach didn’t fit your personality or needs

• You felt rushed or unheard

• You weren’t ready at the time, or the timing just wasn’t right

Therapy works best as a collaborative process where you feel seen, respected, and met where you are. If that wasn’t your experience, it makes sense that it didn’t feel useful.

If you’re open to trying again, I encourage you to reach out. We can talk about what didn’t work before and how this time might feel different.

There's no need to commit long-term. We begin with a conversation to determine if this is the right time and right fit, with no hurry to decide right away.

When we are faced with a transition, dilemma, or experience we want to make sense of, we often begin with a search for information. There are countless theories and resources out there each offering their own take, and we can wear ourselves out trying to find the right one.

Well-appointed therapy offers a welcome reprieve from the noise. Rather than chasing endless advice, counselling brings the focus back to you: your story, your circumstances, your values. You already carry the knowledge most relevant to your situation. Counselling helps you access it.

We all have blind spots, however, and a skilled counsellor acts as a co-navigator, helping you explore your experience through new and multiple lenses. This process isn’t about giving you answers; it’s about asking the next best question, creating space for clarity and direction to emerge. It’s a collaborative, non-judgmental process that helps you uncover resources and possibilities you may not have seen on your own.

At first glance, counselling may look like “just talking.” But what’s happening beneath the surface is more complex and powerful.

Good therapy isn’t just conversation; it’s structured reflection. The questions asked, the way we explore your experience, and the space created for self-understanding are all intentional. It's not just rehearsing old thoughts, but a place where you learn to think differently. Through this process, new perspectives emerge, blind spots come into view. and problems start to feel more workable. You begin to feel more like yourself.

And don't worry, it’s not all heavy. There’s room for humour, levity, even relief.

This is a common concern, and a fair one.

If counselling were only about going over painful memories or negative thoughts, it might not only feel unhelpful, but overwhelming. Good therapy approaches the problem in order to move through it, toward insight, growth, and possibility.

As a narrative therapist, I see therapy as both an experience of yourself and a transcendent one. It helps you reflect deeply, while also connecting to meaning beyond the current struggle.

You are not your problem, and therapy can help you re-author your story with clarity and purpose.

Therapy isn’t selfish. It’s responsible. Taking the time to understand yourself allows you to show up more fully in your life, work, and relationships.

It's one of the most generous things you can offer yourself and those around you.

This is completely normal and often happens when something important is surfacing.

Counselling is a space where you don't have to worry about managing your image or "keep it together." People often say things in counselling they haven't said out loud before, and that's important.

There's no need to show up in any particular way. You can take your time and shift focus when needed. This is meant to be an honest conversation, where you feel safe to explore freely and don't feel pressure to perform or explain things perfectly.

There is room for whatever you bring, and we'll engage it at your pace, with care and respect.

Only if it’s relevant to what you want to explore.

Sometimes the past offers clues about patterns we’re stuck in or beliefs we’ve carried. But we can also focus entirely on the present, or the future you’re trying to shape. Counselling looks different for everyone and is tailored to your values, goals, and timeline.

That said, many people are surprised to discover how gently the past can come into focus; not to blame, but to understand. This clarity can help you make choices about where you go from here.

That depends on your goals, your readiness, and what you’re hoping to change. Some people come for a handful of sessions to navigate a specific issue. Others stay longer to explore deeper patterns or work toward long-term growth.

You set the pace. My role is to walk alongside you at your pace, offering support, reflection, and thoughtful questions. You decide what is useful and when you're ready to move on.

Progress may not always be linear, but most people start to feel a difference when they feel heard, accepted, and engaged in meaningful exploration.