Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re used to holding it all together on your own. This page is here to take the guesswork out of the process, so you know exactly what to expect at each step.
1. Book a No-Cost Consultation
The first step is a 15-minute consultation. This is a chance for us to talk over the phone or in a video meet, answer your questions, and explore whether I’m the right fit for you. There’s no pressure; it’s simply a conversation.
I always emphasize that therapy is deeply personal; your comfort with your therapist matters just as much as their qualifications. There’s no obligation to book further sessions after a consultation. Even if you decide I’m not the right fit, I can support you in finding someone who is. The goal is for you to feel safe and confident in your choice, wherever that may be.
If your goals in therapy do not align with the expertise I bring to the table, I will let you know and work with you to find a therapist who can support you.
2. Intake & First Session
If you decide to book a session after our consult, you’ll receive digital intake forms to complete at your own pace. I review these before our first full session, so you don’t spend precious time repeating your story.
In our first session, we’ll explore what brought you here and begin identifying your goals for therapy. My role is to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel seen; not reduced to a form or diagnosis. First sessions tend to be more therapist-led, as I work to gather the information I need from you to inform your treatment. In this session, we work together to determine what approach works best for your care.
3. The Therapy Process
Therapy with me is collaborative. This means that I work with you to determine how often you would like to meet with me. Most of my clients attend therapy on a bi-weekly basis, and others attend on a monthly basis.
Together during your therapeutic journey, we will:
- Explore patterns, relationships, and the weight you’ve been carrying.
- Discuss external factors contributing to that weight.
- Clarify your values and map out tangible steps to live in alignment with them.
- Explore practical skills building such as emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness
- Use evidence-based approaches to support real change.
- Create a safe space for your complexity.
- Work at a pace that feels sustainable and compassionate.
Many clients describe therapy here as “an exhale.” A place where their intensity is allowed, and where healing begins from self-care and compassion instead of self-criticism.
4. Growth & Transition
At different points, we’ll pause to reflect on your progress. You may notice yourself feeling more grounded, more connected to living a life you value, and less driven by shame or “shoulds.”
When it feels like the right time, we’ll plan together for either concluding therapy or shifting to a lighter level of support. My door always stays open; many clients return when new seasons of life bring fresh challenges. Some clients decide to meet every few months for a check in. The decision is yours.
And no, I do not “fire” clients. I can’t believe that this is even a term used in the counselling realm. If at any time, I believe my support is not effectively helping you, we will have a discussion about it. If I think you would be better served by working with a different counsellor, this will be a collaborative conversation. Pinky promise. No firing. Gross.
Ready to begin?
If you’re curious about whether therapy with me could be a good fit, your next step is simple: book a no-cost consultation.
You don’t have to keep carrying it alone. Let’s begin, together.
