My deep fascination with the human brain and people’s behaviour got me into studying psychology and eventually into counseling

Listening to people’s stories of their extraordinary lives is an privilege that keeps me excited about this work

I’d wish for clients to identify some of their strengths, things they are doing well and take back some hope in the first session

This is your space- you get to decide what, when and how to share.

You have rights- you’re absolutely allowed to ask questions, disagree with me, give me feedback and leave at any point.

We build safety together - it requires courage and vulnerability

This is a non judgemental space: but it’s important for you to feel that. If you feel judged - you can always tell me and we can figure this out together

I care- not just cause it’s my work, but I recognise the deep trust you’re placing in me by sharing parts of you

The two main things I wish for clients to have with me in the counselling relationship are:
A) Power/Autonomy- I believe you’re the expert of your life. In practice one way that may look like is choosing what to talk more about, deciding on session timings together or choosing to accept or reject something I may have suggested.

B) Safety - I wish for you to feel safe. Safe to bring all parts of you in the space but I know it takes time. Checking in and deciding if you feel safe for yourself is something we might do often

People are resilient and are always trying their absolute best in the given circumstances

• Authenticity: I have been trying to show up as most myself in this space. This allows others to also show up as themselves too
  
  - Ability to feel deeply: Empathy is a skill I am constantly practicing but my innate sensitivity often allows me to feel and understand others better
  
  - Theoretical knowledge: My extensive training in various therapies, knowledge of the neurobiology of the brain and body is something I may bring in and often that helps to understand the why of something. I’m passionate about learning and it’s something I am always seeking to do.

When I have time, you’ll typically find me in nature exploring places or trying out new skills- like karaoke, baking or doodling

My approach to therapy comes from Narrative Practices. First we create safety and using that as our base, we navigate problems. We would focus on finding your preferred stories, and how you can live more aligned to that preferred way within the system you are in. The space would be co-created as you bring in the expertise you hold about your life and I would be a partner in your exploration.

Through the process, we would loiter, take breaks and find people and things that can celebrate your preferred ways of living!

Being curious and open to learning about your gender identity, expression and romantic/sexual identity. Staying away from assumptions of what your life is like

This starts by me sharing my name and pronouns and asking your name and pronouns you’d like me to use.

I’d like to invite your most authentic self and we can always explore more (at your pace) on what feels the most you!

I’ve been trained in Queer Affirmative practices and conducted trainings and workshops. In my personal and professional life I am grateful to be influenced by the amazing queer humans I know and work with!