Approach. 

Anti-Oppressive & Anti-Racist Practice 

I consider how we are placed in already existing systems of oppression, violence and heavily influenced by colonialism, which inevitably impacts our position in society. I try to be conscious of how this can show up in our daily lives and find ways we can break, disrupt or shift this cycle. 

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Art Psychotherapy

Combination of verbal psychotherapy approaches and creative interventions to gain deeper awareness, experience growth and "shifts" in our thoughts, feelings and actions. Art not only includes visual arts but poetry, story-telling, symbolism and more. There are no limits to creative expression. 

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Trauma-informed

I understand trauma's pervasive impact on our mind and body and how trauma can interfere with building trusting relationships. I provide clients with safe practices to restore their relationship with themselves and learn new ways of engaging with others. 

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Compassion and Mindfulness 

Fostering greater compassion towards oneself and others can help with overwhelming emotions. Integrating mindfulness exercises with compassion provides opportunity to safely distance ourselves from hard thoughts/feelings and view them with greater curiosity and a source of information.

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Relationship Focused

The type of relationships and secure connections we had in our early years are instrumental to how we navigate present day relationships. I come with a posture of curiosity about my client's earliest connections (perhaps with their caregivers/parents) and how this may colour their relationships in present day.

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