FAQ
(and their answers)
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How long will therapy take?
It depends and I will connect with you on what you’re hoping for. Some people want a therapist that they can work with a bit longer term, others are looking for a bit shorter term support and looking for specific strategies to navigate through a situation.
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Do you provide couples therapy?
I do not see couples at this time. I have many wonderful colleagues that do provide couples therapy and would be happy to provide referrals, should you wish to see a therapist with your partner
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Have you worked with LGBTQ2S+ folks?
I sure have. I am an affirming person and therapist, and hold space for members in the community.
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How structured would our time together be?
I will normally try to check in with you during our initial consultation or in the first session as to how much structure you are looking for. Some people need 50 minutes to speak out everything that has been on their mind. Others have a very specific goal or problem that they are hoping to address and looking for tools to help this.
Religion and Spirituality
One of my areas of speciality is working with religion and spiritual-based issues. Here are some other fabulous questions people have asked me before coming to see me in therapy for these issues.
Have you worked with my faith tradition?
My area of specialty is working with those from Evangelical Christian backgrounds, however, I also have experience working with individuals from Catholic, Jehovah’s Witness, Mormon and Islamic traditions.
If I were to come see you for support with spiritual issues, faith deconstruction or religious trauma, what would that look like?
It depends. Some people have very specific events that have been troubling to them that they have not been able to talk about. Others notice certain behaviours within themselves that might be learned from their faith system that has been unhelpful for them. Others yet need support in discovering their identity outside of a religious system.
Depending on your concern, we can work to process the past, learn strategies for the present, and start dreaming for the future.
Your education is from faith-based institutions. Does this impact how you do therapy?
Yes, and no. My educational pathway has given me an in-depth understanding of the evangelical faith along with other faith traditions. While this has been a part of my training, I received clinical knowledge and training akin to others who have gone to public institutions.
Do you do biblical counselling?
I do not.
If you are looking for a therapist who is more likely to provide biblical counselling, I’d invite you to look through PACCP’s updated therapist directory.
Are you religious? Does your view impact therapy?
I get this question often. I grew up in the evangelical church and have a deep understanding of the religion. I currently hold a more nuanced view of spirituality.
I work from people across the spectrum of belief systems, from those who are active members to folks who are atheist. My goal is ultimately to help you sort through painful experiences and navigate through current challenges, regardless of what religious affiliation or philosophical perspective you hold.
My joy is to see people thrive with whatever path they choose.
