FAQs

How do I know if I need counselling?

There isn’t a ‘one size fits all’ approach when it comes to counselling. Sometimes it can help to talk to a licensed psychotherapist who can provide an objective perspective on what you are struggling with. Counselling is like using a magnifying glass, it can be exhausting but one is able to see things he/she would not have normally seen. In a nutshell, counselling may be helpful to you if you find that the strategies you are using to deal with a particular issue are not helping the same as they used to.

If I’m taking medication, do I need counselling?

We live in a society where we do not like to wait for results. We want to see results now. On a neurological level for some individuals, medication is a must as it helps adjust brain’s neurological pathways. On an emotional level, taking medication does provide an easy answer for how to work with issues that come up in life. For example, loss of job, death of a loved one, getting into a car accident and so forth. But it is best known that medication works best when it is paired with counselling.

How often should I see a counsellor?

For some people, meeting weekly provides the consistency and support they need, particularly when working through something that feels difficult or overwhelming. others may benefit from biweekly or occasional sessions as they gain clarity, develop new tools, or move through different stages of their journey.

We can talk together about what frequency makes sense for you and adjust it as your needs change. My goal isn’t to have you in therapy indefinitely- it’s to provide the support you need while helping you build the confidence and tools to move forward independently.

Why does psychotherapy feel difficult?

Therapy isn’t always easy- and that doesn’t mean something is going wrong. Sometimes, creating space to slow down and look at our thoughts, emotions, relationships or past experiences can bring up feelings we’ve been avoiding or haven’t had the chance to explore. It can feel uncomfortable to question familiar patterns, set new boundaries, or consider a different way of seeing ourselves.

Therapy is not about forcing yourself through discomfort. It’s about creating a safe enough space to understand what’s underneath it- finding new ways forward together.

Is Ecotherapy confidential?

Because ecotherapy takes place in outdoor spaces, there are some limitations to privacy that are different from meeting in private office or online. While I will take reasonable steps to choose quieter locations and protect your privacy, I cannot guarantee complete privacy in a public setting. Before beginning ecotherapy, we’ll discuss these considerations together so you can make an informed choice about whether outdoor counselling feels right for you. If you prefer greater privacy, we can transition to an online session or another counselling format.