
Michael, MA
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
One of the most common yet most powerful sentiments I hear from clients is that they have never been able to share what they have just shared with me with anyone else before. I believe that this lies at the heart of therapy: having a safe, non-judgmental space to be able to share one’s innermost thoughts, feelings, and challenging experiences. Giving clients the freedom and permission to explore without fear of judgement is my primary directive as a clinician.
I believe in working collaboratively with clients, journeying with them along each step towards their therapeutic goals. I am less interested in what has been shown to be effective for most people and more interested in what is going to be effective for the client sitting in front of me. I aim to provide clients with a different perspective on their circumstances, exploring with them through the use of metaphor, allowing them to experience their thoughts and feelings in a new way.
With a background working with neurodiverse children and their families in various capacities, I bring a unique skillset and experience into therapy. This experience informs my approach as it taught me that knowing about the person will always be more important than knowing about the research. As the client, YOU are the expert of your own story, and I hope to have the opportunity to accompany you along your journey.