COUNSELLING & COACHING

I’ve considered my childhood as being relatively uneventful when it comes to adverse or traumatic events. But holding this perspective does not prove it to be true, as I later learned through my counselling education. I started to notice that I was hiding in order to keep myself feeling safe. I had developed co-dependent strategies, putting others’ needs ahead of my own. I didn’t know that these survival strategies were symptoms of deeper spiritual pains. I lost track of my own vision, desires, passion and creativity. I felt disconnected from life, empty and heartless, lost and confused, especially when I was alone. I couldn’t feel my emotions, deemed myself uncreative, I developed social anxiety and deep insecurities of being unwanted and even dangerous to others. These beliefs kept me focused on being a “good boy” as I buried myself in video game addiction and overextending in relationships. Having absolutely no self-confidence, I followed the status quo with my head down, not wanting to rock the boat.

I felt stuck, which is when I started asking myself lots of questions! Why do I operate in this manner? What am I keeping myself safe from? Where does my power lie within me? Who is in control of my choices and actions?

The insights I’ve gained from following my curiosities over the years have led me to learn to trust myself and to feel more empowered, confident and patient. I literally became the hero of my own imaginative adventure! I learned to access more courage and clarity to move through adversity, thus healing deeper layers of my being. The modalities I use continually remind me to listen closely and to be honest and gentle; to see my life situations from different perspectives and to challenge my conditioned beliefs.

I especially noticed a change ever since I started living a more spiritual life. In practical terms, this means that I now choose to acknowledge that I am in relationship with all beings. This perspective allows me to draw insights and inspiration from many sources around me – as I learn to honor my inner experience in any given moment. I came to trust my own intuition! This allows me to find meaning and wonder in the events that unfold before me and makes it easier for me to PLAY with life and find creative ways to engage with my challenges.

I have since reconnected with my creative expression through movement, music, dance and play! Having studied and worked with animals, children and adults with diverse needs, I have learned more subtle forms of communication through energetics and body language. My therapeutic counselling training and experience as a teacher in the Waldorf environment provide me with a wholistic and spiritual outlook that will support you and your many facets, encouraging you to express yourself authentically.

I am here to support those who are ready to get to know themselves more deeply and honestly. I believe that it is beneficial to share our unique perspectives and gifts with one another. In order to do so effectively, we must learn to acknowledge the spiritual nature of our existence and to live in integrity with that understanding. This requires us to take an honest look at our inner landscape, to witness and accept every aspect we encounter and to take responsibility for our healing by effecting positive changes in our lives. This is applied shadow work! I am here to guide those who are ready to incorporate this self-healing practice in their lives; those willing to find clarity and illuminate the shadows that block them from living in integrity with their values; clarify your talk and walk it with confidence!

My goal is to help you find strategies to come back to your essential nature; to light the way to your center and fall in love more and more deeply with yourself as you explore life. When we love ourselves, we naturally take care of our needs and assert healthy boundaries. I will help you to stand strong in the face of challenges that arise so that you can meet the world courageously and feel fulfilled in doing so. All within the lens of compassionate curiosity, allowing everything we encounter to be an opportunity to evolve and offer more love to the world. It is an honor to walk alongside you on your journey!

What you can expect in working with me:

First, it is important to build trust in the container we will hold together, encouraging you to be clear about your goals and empowering you to access your innate healing intelligence. I am simply here to assist you on your healing journey. With this trusting presence, we can take an honest look at the patterns in your life and take a mindful approach at shifting the perspective. I will help you recognize that you have the power to respond to the experiences life provides with confidence and courage.

We will practice becoming familiar with the various states of your psyche, building resilience towards unpleasant sensations, emotions and feelings. We will practice connecting to the wisdom of your body, mind and soul. We will foster loving relationships with the various aspects of your inner world as well as with all other beings (animate and inanimate) in your life.

Life is an epic journey and I will help you find the joy in the mystery of it all!