KEY AREAS OF FOCUS: Individuals & Relationships, Trauma (EMDR), Transitions, Grief & Loss, Separation & Divorce, Depression & Anxiety.

Change is difficult but made more effective with caring and knowledgeable support. My goal is to support every client in understanding the underlying cause(s) of manifested symptoms (suffering) and create a therapeutic treatment plan to support clients’ healing and growth. My clients experience meaningful life changes through our work, significantly increasing their ability to gain effective tools and gain a sense of overall well-being and life satisfaction.

In addition to my formal education, I have had years of diverse and intensive clinical experience in areas of trauma, domestic violence, anger management, parent coaching, separation and divorce, and executive coaching. I continue to support emerging clinicians as a professor and educator, aid in group facilitation, and contribute as a board member and public expert in various capacities related to mental health and well-being at an individual and community-based level.

Modalities and Therapeutic Frameworks expressed are Narrative, Cognitive Behavioural, Systemic, Expressive-Art, Attachment-Based Trauma-Informed, Wellness-focused and EMDR (Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitization EMDRIA Canada).

Clinical Supervision and Consultation are also offered.

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS: Individuals & Relationships, Life Transitions (Career Shifts/Retirement/Transitions), Men’s Issues, Marriage Support, Parenting Support

Personal growth occurs when a space is created to support individuals, relationships, and families to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, lending to greater meaning in life. Through our therapeutic work, I support the creation of greater meaning to life and a sense of excitement for well-being.

My approach aligns with many psychological and coaching frameworks that encourage self-awareness, and introspection. By providing a supportive environment, my clients experience a greater sense of self and personal understanding while gaining an excitement for life that promotes substantial personal well-being.

I bring over 33 years of experience as a clinical counsellor and therapist. I am also a director of counselling services, group facilitator and associated professor within the scope of counselling practice. Along with a master’s degree in counselling psychology, my training also includes the following therapeutic approaches: Narrative, Expressive and Play, Cognitive-Behavioural, and Existential Psychotherapy. I am also trained Mediator and offer Alternative Dispute Resolution services for individuals and on a consultation basis for organizational transformation.

Modalities and Therapeutic Frameworks expressed: Narrative, Cognitive-Behavioural, Systemic, Meaning-Based, Expressive-Art, Attachment-Based, Trauma-Informed, Solution-Focused, and Wellness-Focused.

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS: Individuals & Relationships, Parenting Support, Grief & Loss, Family Transitions, Depression & Anxiety

My warm and pragmatic approach supports clients to move from a self-limiting pattern of behaviour to a space of self-awareness and efficacy. I offer a non-judgemental environment where concerns are addressed with compassion and respect. I assist clients in developing their own insights and deeper perspectives about their own challenges. Through my wealth of experience and advanced expertise, I support clients by providing tools and strategies unique to their individualized needs.

I have over 17 years of clinical experience working with a range of private and public clinical clients. In addition, I facilitate parenting groups (STEP), provide parent coaching, and assist couples in navigating a multitude of challenging circumstances. I have extensive knowledge of working with individuals, relationships and children navigating trauma-related challenges, childhood suffering, anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief and loss.

Modalities and Therapeutic Frameworks expressed are Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (Gottman Institute certified), Attachment-Focused work, EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy), CPT- Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma and Solution Focused Therapeutic methods.

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS: Teens & Young Adults, Families, Identity Development, Parenting, Anxiety & Depression, Self-Esteem & Emotional Regulation

I am a compassionate and knowledgeable clinical counsellor who supports youth and adults as they navigate complex life changes and emotional challenges. Drawing on my experience in school‑based counselling, individual therapy, and family support, I work with concerns such as identity development, emotional regulation, academic and career stress, and relationship dynamics. I am committed to empowering my clients and fostering self‑awareness, resilience, and confidence as they move through life’s many transitions.

I am a compassionate and knowledgeable clinical counsellor who supports youth and adults as they navigate complex life changes and emotional challenges. Drawing on my experience in school‑based counselling, individual therapy, and family support, I work with concerns such as identity development, emotional regulation, academic and career stress, and relationship dynamics. I am committed to empowering my clients and fostering self‑awareness, resilience, and confidence as they move through life’s many transitions.

Modalities & Therapeutic Frameworks: Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and systemic family-informed practices.

Sarah also offers professional speaking on a variety of youth-related psychoeducational topics.

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS: Individuals & Relationships, Parenting, Perinatal & Postpartum Mental Health, Family Issues, Eldercare & Elder Caregiving, Transitions

Therapeutic change happens when clients feel genuinely supported and heard. My role as a clinician is to help you explore both new and long‑standing patterns of behaviour and thinking that may be limiting growth or creating a sense of being stuck.

My practice draws on extensive training and lived experience to support individuals, couples, and families as they navigate major life transitions. Whether you are preparing to welcome a child, adjusting to life as a new parent, moving through the shift to an empty nest, or transitioning into retirement, it is common to feel overwhelmed or caught in cycles that no longer serve you. I work collaboratively with clients to help them move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and the tools needed for the next phase of life.

My clinical approach is informed by my background as an Occupational Psychologist in the UK, where I developed a deep understanding of communication, relational dynamics, and how people adapt to change. My work is grounded in training and experience that supports a wide range of concerns, including grief and loss, fear and anxiety, depression, isolation, and the emotional impact of life transitions and trauma. My hope is to offer steady, compassionate support during some of life’s most vulnerable and transformative moments.

Modalities and Therapeutic Frameworks expressed are Emotionally Focused (EFT), The Gottman Method for Couples, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Wellness-focused and Systemic.

My journey as a Therputic Support Animal began this year when I joined SOLA Counselling as a furry intern. I provide a bridge between spoken therapy and a feeling of trust. By creating that connection, I assist clients to feel more at ease and foster a sense of safety in ‘the work’. Whether it’s a quiet cuddle during a tearful moment or a playful game to lighten the mood, I’m here to remind everyone that healing can come in many forms. I am a Havanese puppy and enjoy hours of bring close to those who need a cuddle or a moment to breathe. I am dedicated to creating a sense of unconditional love in session, where emotions might be difficult but more easily expressed.

I am training to master the the art of providing comfort and companionship to individuals who visit SOLA Counselling. Through positive reinforcement and interactive activities, I’m honing my skills to create a soothing and serene environment where clients can relax, open up, and find solace.

As a seasoned Therapeutic Support Animal, I have been dedicated to individuals facing emotional distress, offering them a warm presence and a furry shoulder to lean on. I’ve seen tears turn into smiles and heavy hearts become a little lighter, and it brings me immeasurable joy to be a part of their journey towards healing. My training and gentle demeanor remind SOLA’s clientele that they’re never alone. My soft fur and kind eyes have a way of soothing worries and bringing a sense of calm to even the most turbulent emotions. I’ve learned that sometimes, a wagging tail and a gentle cuddle have the greatest therapeutic impact.

More Than Just a Dog: I might be a Maltipoo, but I’m also a therapy dog with a heart that’s attuned to human emotions. Through years of practice, I’ve developed an uncanny ability to sense when someone needs a friend, a listener, or simply a companion. As the official therapy dog of SOLA Counselling, I’ve become a beloved fixture in the counseling sessions, offering a safe and welcoming environment where clients can open up without fear of judgment. With each person I meet, I remind them that healing is possible, and that sometimes, all it takes is a little furry friend to make the path a bit brighter.