Before You Book

Learn what you’ll need to make an informed decision on whether we might work together.

Work With Us

My Approach

My approach weaves multiple, often interlaced, strands. As a trauma therapist, I offer talk therapy informed by internal family systems (IFS), and emotion-focused therapy (EFT). To supplement our work, somatic interventions may be used to promote awareness and relaxation. Together, these methods gently access the protective “parts” of ourselves and support the healing of attachment wounds.

The most fulfilling part of my is work is guiding each client, often with humour, to their own a-ha moments.

Signs We May Be a Good Fit

Sign #1: You are curious about exploring and deepening the relationship with yourself.

Sign #2: You understand that embracing the most uncomfortable parts of yourself is essential for meaningful healing.

Sign #3: You recognise that caring for your pain is just as important as using tools and finding solutions.

Sign #4: You can calmly engage in the healing process.

Signs We May Not Be a Good Fit

Sign #1: You need intense relief and do not believe you are ready for long-term work.

Sign #2: You prefer a short-term, purely solution-oriented approach.

Sign #3: You are in crisis. If you are in acute distress and require immediate support, please contact one of the following resources:

  • Info-Santé: 811

  • Suicide Action Montreal: 1-866-277-3553

  • Tel-Aide: 514-935-1101

  • AMI-Québec: amiquebec.org/crisis

Intake Process

  • 01

    Read through the above information to see if my expertise and approach fits your needs.

  • 02

    Email me at tef.therapy@gmail.com or use the contact form.

  • 03

    I’ll send you a questionnaire about your presenting concerns, history, goals, and more.

  • 04

    We will schedule a free 15-minute phone call and book our first session.

  • 05

    At the end of the first session, we will take a moment to decide how you would like to move forward.

How We’ll Plan Future Sessions

Future sessions are decided at your own pace. Clients who struggle on a daily basis often find weekly or bi-weekly sessions the most useful as they can help reduce the intensity, frequency, and duration of their pain within a shorter time period. Tri-weekly and monthly sessions are generally more beneficial to those who feel safer within themselves and are looking for support that is ongoing rather than immediate. For extra support, I offer extended (2-hour) and twice-weekly sessions.

Note: We will evaluate your overall progress every so often to assess treatment direction and fit.

Get in Touch

 

2100 Marlowe Ave Montreal, QC H4A 3L5

3 minute walk from the Vendome metro station