Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, views a persons behaviours, thoughts and emotions as connected. It is an evidence based approach that has been found to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Family Systems Theory views a person in the context of their position(s) in the family(ies) they grew up in. Its main concept is that the family is a system that is interconnected and that a change in one person’s behaviour will impact others in that system.

A Holistic approach considers a person as a whole being. It views a person as being made up of interdependent parts - physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social. If there is imbalance in one part, it will impact the others.

Narrative Therapy views the person as the expert in their own life. There is a focus on the stories a person has carried with them throughout their life and the meaning they have attached to them.

In Person Centred Therapy, the client is empowered to be more directive in the therapeutic process while the therapist supports the client to resolve their own issues.

There is no one size fits all approach that will address the challenges a person may be experiencing. That is why I take time to get to know my clients so I can use my experience and insight to develop a customized and flexible blend of various approaches to best suit each client.