I use the trauma-informed lens to ensure the therapy space is collaborative and warm, where talking about difficult things does not become overwhelming. Guided by the principles of Narrative Practice, I view my clients from a lens of resiliency, inviting them to become curious about their values, explore alternative stories and become facilitators in their journey towards self-awareness and growth. By introducing Parts Work to clients when required, I am able to foster curiosity and self-compassion, thereby broadening their coping resources and paving the way for healing. As a queer-affirmative feminist I have the tendency to take a rights-based approach which allows my clients to voice their opinions about systemic oppression. Together, we deconstruct the impact of systems on their lives and identify core values that they wish to embody as a way of fighting back.

What to expect in my first therapy session?

The first session can feel daunting or confusing. I hope to ease clients into the space by introducing myself and attending to any concerns or queries they may have. We explore their expectations from the space and what they hope would be the outcome of our time together. This helps us identify goals for the sessions. I hold space as they share their story, pausing every once in a while to take a breath and explore the emotions and bodily sensations that may come up. As the sessions progress, we delve deeper to reach an understanding of the what and whys of their story. The work helps them develop self-awareness which they take outside the sessions into their daily life.