A space to slow down, reset, and reconnect with what truly matters to you
Hey, I’m Liz! I’m a registered psychotherapist, certified counsellor, and from what I'm told, a really good listener.
I specialize in supporting ambitious millennials through issues such as self-esteem struggles, perfectionism, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
My clients know me as a metaphor machine who can’t walk away from a pun to save her life, and who occasionally blows their minds with the science behind their psychology. Fortunately, they seem to actually like my metaphors, so we’ll call it a win.
I have also been informed by numerous clients that I am now on a first-name basis with their friends and partners, who can also quote all of my metaphors and “Liz-isms” by heart.
We therapists aren’t allowed to use testimonials on our websites, so I will happily settle for being the therapist you name-drop to your friends!
When I’m not practicing therapy, I can usually be found enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, running absurdly long distances, and taking blurry photos of stunning locations around the world.
The fear of falling short
Do you put so much effort into trying to do everything right and make everyone else happy that just reading the word “mistake” makes you shudder?
It’s easy to feel like we’re “not good enough” when we become overwhelmed by other people’s expectations, opinions, and standards.
When we soak up so many of those outside beliefs, over time, we can start mistaking them for our own.
By striving for perfection and approval, we often sacrifice our own happiness and feel disconnected from who we really are.
Perfectionism, insecurities, and outside opinions are like noisy apps that suck up power
We don’t always realize they’re running in the background, keeping us from listening to ourselves.
There might be a part of us saying, “You’re not happy here,” but we tell it to shut up because we feel like we can’t afford to question it. This is the way we’ve been taught to live.
Our work together is centred on helping you hear your own voice above the noise of external pressures, expectations, and self-doubt.
Lowering the noise isn’t about lowering your standards
But, rather, helping you reframe the ambitious traits that have contributed to your success to make room for more self-compassion.
My approach to creating a
space where you can be yourself
As a therapist, I’m committed to building a strong therapeutic relationship that is grounded in mutual trust and respect, and establishing a space where you feel seen and empowered.
I also use a holistic, integrative approach rooted in Person-Centred Therapy. Here’s what that means for me:
Holistic
When I say “holistic,” I'm referring to therapy that takes into account that you're an entire person, not a collection of symptoms. I consider all the parts of your life and how they may be impacting the things we explore in therapy, whether it's medications you’re on, daily habits, physical well-being, relationships, or work.
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Integrative
An integrative therapy approach draws from different modalities as it suits each individual. I don’t view therapy as a one-size-fits-all practice or run you through some pre-set program. I’ll customize my approach and techniques to complement your own needs and preferences.
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Person-centred
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My role as your therapist is to support you as an ally or teammate, not to act as another director to report to. In person-centred therapy, you're seen as the expert of your own life who already has the capacity for personal growth. I’m committed to establishing a haven where you can vent, gain insights about yourself, and learn about mental health, psychology, and how it all relates to your experiences.
​The qualifications that back it all up
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), and a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). My work adheres to the ethical guidelines of both organizations. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from Concordia University and an M.Ed. in Counselling from Acadia University, and receive ongoing training and professional development to refine and update my skills and therapeutic techniques.