Couples Therapy

I believe that through self-awareness and self-compassion, we can gently orient ourselves towards new ways of being that feel more aligned with the kind of loving, supportive relationship we seek to grow.  

I strive to create a soft landing where change, growth and radical self-compassion feel possible. Together, we can carefully unearth and explore your relational patterns, past/present woundings and current growing edges. At the core of my work is a deep honouring of your histories, your strengths, and the intersections of your identity that make you “you.”

About my approach

Core elements of my approach to relationship therapy:

  • Attachment Theory

  • Embodied/Somatic Approaches

  • Parts Work

  • Skill-building

  • Creative

  • Emotional Processing

  • Neurobiology Informed

  • Neurodiversity Affirming

  • Practice Oriented

  • Compassionate

Compassionate, Non-Judgmental

I believe we grow in empathy, not shame. I aim to co-create a space where honesty is met with empathy, openness and curiosity.

Strengths-based Approach

Each individual walks with many, many strengths. My work involves recognizing, honouring and building on such strengths to further expand and deepen relational skills.

Intersectional, AOP

An understanding of how power and privilege operate within the context of your different, intersecting identities.

Guided by Equanimity

Core to my practice is the ability to hold multiple truths with compassion, curiosity and openness.

Commitment to Decolonizing

Understanding how colonialism, imperialism and various systems of oppression (historically and currently) affect our relationships with ourselves, our partner(s) and broader communities today.

Trauma-Informed

Recognizing the ways in which trauma — whether it be individual, collective, intergenerational — affect how we show up in relationships.

My areas of practice include:

  • Conflict resolution

  • Shifting conflict patterns

  • Repairing past & present ruptures

  • Improving communication skills

  • Building more connection & intimacy

  • Developing more secure attachment

  • Building trust

  • Navigating major transitions in life or relationships

  • Navigating neurodiversity in relationships

  • Navigating blended families, step families, etc.

I have limited knowledge, skills and practice in the following areas:

  • discernment therapy

  • sex therapy

  • fertility counselling

  • grief therapy

Fees

50 minutes

$180 / session. This is the typical length of each session.

90 minutes

$270 / session. This is an option for clients who prefer longer processing sessions.

45 minutes

$162 / session. This option is only available to long-term clients seeking occasional “check-in” sessions.

FAQs

  • The first session is typically an assessment session. During this session, I interview clients to learn more about their history, their goals, their needs and their strengths.

  • After the assessment session, I invite clients to self-determine directions for each session. Some examples or directions include exploring a current relational pattern, a recent conflict or past rupture.

  • Couples sessions are typically 50 minutes. I extend to 60 minutes where it feels meaningful, without extending my fee. If clients prefer longer sessions, I offer 75 minute, 90 minute or 2-hour sessions as well.

  • Yes, depending on interest, I provide clients with at-home practices.  This can include questions to reflect on, practices related to conflict and/or communication, or journal prompts to deepen explorations related to intimacy and connection.  

  • This depends on budget, availability and goals. I recommend clients begin with sessions every two weeks before spreading out to every three, four or six weeks. For clients who are not in crisis and are seeking a regular space in service of general relational health, I recommend sessions once a month or once every six weeks.