Virtual Counselling in Ontario...

It’s casual, it’s comfortable, and most of all, convenient!

Ugh, your appointment time approaches and you’re wondering what you will wear, if you still have enough dry shampoo left in the bottle, and are already censoring the way you’re going to tell the story about your family conflict. But hey, what if you don’t have to?

I have been there, not feeling judged by my counsellor, but by myself. The truth is I am about to open up to this professional about all my stress and frustration in my life, yet I am feeling that I need to arrive from a filtered perspective. What if we don’t have to? Hey, for some of us we don’t go far without a blazer, makeup and hairspray in. If that’s you, then show up authentically. It is different for everyone.

Find a therapist who welcomes you as you are. In my office you are welcomed to show up just as you are. I meet with people who are joining virtually from their car before work, or on lunch. Are chowing down their sandwich, praying their kids stay napping during their session, and who have just woken up before the session. PJ’s, lounge clothes, TV dinners, you name it! I welcome it! Not only that but I welcome you to swear, cry, laugh. This is you, this is your time! I am a mere tool to support you in getting to where you’re going. I am along for the ride, your ride! And truth be told, I likely have dry shampoo in my hair and I am surely dressed for comfort!

The recent hype of virtual counselling extends beyond the pandemic, virtually counselling in Ontario has been an opportunity for people to shift their approach to counselling. It has also been a welcomed flexibility for those who may be unable to make appointments and get away from role demands. One hour to hop on during your lunch break or after the kids are down for bed or a nap can seem much more achievable than driving a half an hour, getting daycare, finding parking etc. Especially in these small town rural areas, I know that it can be daunting to make appointments and find time in your schedule to drive into town and make the time for yourself. So here, grab your lunch and let me welcome you, to a casual space with only the expectation of internet (or data from your phone works too!).