Are you feeling stuck in negative patterns and want to experience something better? Are you struggling to manage the challenges of life? You may be feeling overwhelmed and finding it difficult to cope, or you may simply be feeling unlike yourself. Whether it is a difficult relationship, major transition, or the stresses of everyday life that you are trying to navigate, I can help you work towards the change you are hoping for. Together we will explore the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that are hindering you.
I provide a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your experiences, perceptions and yourself. I use an approach that considers your unique life experiences, perceptions, needs and goals. I am also committed to providing therapy that is collaborative, trauma informed, and culturally sensitive.
I am passionate about being along side you as you journey into deeper parts of yourself, towards healing and wholeness. Most of my clients discover their own overlooked strengths and abilities to overcome difficulties. I welcome you to take the first step towards change. You deserve a meaningful and peaceful life!
Experience
Christina is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a Tyndale University graduate with a Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling degree. Over the last several years, she has gained experience providing care in mental health agency, hospital, and long-term care settings. She has worked with clients with a variety of mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and self-harm. Her work has included a holistic approach addressing all aspects of well-being.
Client Focus: I am passionate about working with individuals across the lifespan
Types of therapy: Christina uses an eclectic approach drawing on person-centered therapy, Narrative therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Attachment-based Therapy, Trauma-focused, Polyvagal-informed, CBT, Compassion-focused, Emotionally-focused, DBT, Family systems, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Psychodynamic and others to tailor a plan to you.
Issues
Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Mood disorders, Postpartum, Self-esteem, Perfectionism, Body Image, Trauma and PTSD (including childhood trauma), Identity issues, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, Relational issues, Burnout, Emotional regulation, Social anxiety, Women’s issues, Life Transitions, Chronic Pain, Christian Counselling, Spirituality, Divorce, Self-harm, Suicidality, Stress, School/career, Infertility, Personality disorders and more
Personally-Speaking:
Christina enjoys spending time in nature, travelling and exploring creative hobbies like her painting hobby. Her favourite quote is ” A day without laughter is a day wasted”.