What is Psychotherapy?
The act of psychotherapy is the defined by engaging a therapeutic relationship with a licensed individual who can hold space for emotions, thoughts and patterns to be explored, as they emerge from the ongoing exploration of the self.
It is a non-judgmental space that gives clients the opportunity to have epiphanies, gain higher perspectives and heal painful emotions.
Who can benefit from Psychotherapy?
Anyone can benefit from therapy. Every issue is taken seriously by the therapist, and the client will be given the space and voice to express the issue. Sometimes we feel that our issues are small, and we should push them away, but we never really get rid of them. In order for us to deal with our issues, we need to bring them to light and allow our repressed emotions to emerge. This is what will heal us, and give us a new understanding on how to move forward.
What Are Some Common Issues People Seek Therapy For?
People seek psychotherapy for a variety of reasons, which may include but is not limited to: life transitions, high stress, emotional distress, professional concerns, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, interpersonal difficulties etc. Some people may experience a general sense of “stuck-ness” in their lives. Psychotherapy is designed to create a safe and confidential space for clients to explore their difficulties, build awareness and facilitate positive change.
What Therapy Styles Do We Offer?
Talk Therapy: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Relational, Psychodynamic, Acceptance Based Therapy, Compassion Based Therapy
Somatic Therapy – Comprehensive Resource Model: Body Centered, Deep Emotional Processing that is designed to release pent-up tensions and emotions from the body. The focus is on being present with what is going on in the body/ nervous system, and allowing ourselves to feel what is needed to be felt in order to heal.
What to Expect:
- Our Registered Psychotherapist (RP) is a trained health care professional and regulated member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
- The first therapy session is tailored towards gathering information about you and understanding your reason for seeking therapy. After this process, you and the therapist collaboratively work towards creating a shared treatment goal and plan.
- The psychotherapy service offered utilizes an integrated approach, moving away from the idea of “one size fits all”. This approach primarily pulls interventions from humanistic, cognitive behavioural, systemic and collaborative therapies. Every person is unique and has their own reasons for seeking therapy, therefore it is our psychotherapist’s goal to adapt and utilize an approach that best suits your needs as an individual.
Getting your foot in the door is the first step, and it is important to feel comfortable with the therapist you are working with. We are offering a complimentary 10-15 minute consultation, in order to meet our psychotherapist, ask questions and see if this service is the right fit for you!