Mindfulness & Acceptance

My approach to therapy is based on mindfulness and acceptance. Mindfulness means paying attention to what's happening around us and accepting it without trying to change it. It's like letting our thoughts and feelings come and go without pushing them away or trying to cling to them.

 A mindfulness-based approach to therapy can help you: 

•  Recognize and let go of unhelpful thoughts and be more open to difficult emotions and sensations.

• Feel better about who you truly are and form stronger connections with people you care about.

• Be less reactive and take actions that reflect what matters most to you.

I will focus on helping you learn to be more present with the difficult experiences that come with being human. When things get tough, trying hard to avoid or control them can make them even harder. As you learn to observe and detach from self-critical thoughts or worries, and accept rather than struggle against unpleasant feelings, you can start to reduce the impact of perfectionism or people-pleasing on your behaviour and self-esteem.

Mindfulness is also important in cultivating self-compassion. By noticing imperfections and limitations without judging them, you can start being more kind and understanding toward yourself. This can help free you up to take actions that align with a sense of meaning and purpose, even if those actions produce discomfort.

Mindfulness, combined with a sense of clarity on what truly matters to you, can mean you’re less likely to respond habitually to the inner critic who wants you to meet rigid standards or seek approval from others. You might learn to set and work toward realistic goals that are rooted in self-care, even if this causes fear of failure or disapproval.

Trauma-Informed & Neurodiversity Affirming

My approach is also trauma-informed and neurodiversity affirming. I am committed to:

-       Openness, curiosity, and a genuine desire to understand your experiences

-       Ensuring you feel heard, respected, and supported

-       Taking a flexible approach based on your needs and preferences

-       Ensuring you feel safe both physically and emotionally

-       Building trust by communicating clearly and honestly

-       Helping you make choices about your treatment

-       Working with you to set goals and respecting what you want

-       Understanding how culture affects your feelings and healing

Ready to take the first step?