Therapy for Women's Issues is provided by Carmen, Sydney, and Stephanie. Do any of the following statements resonate with you?
It’s SO DIFFICULT to speak my truth.
Will I ever love myself?
Mirror, mirror on the wall. Ugh. I hate what I see!
I just can’t get it together.
I feel so guilty when I focus on myself!
Release the fears that have held you back from living an empowered life
Will I ever love myself?
Mirror, mirror on the wall. Ugh. I hate what I see!
I just can’t get it together.
I feel so guilty when I focus on myself!
Release the fears that have held you back from living an empowered life
Being a women brings unique life challenges. While mental health is relevant to everyone, women face a unique set of mental health challenges that are specific to the female experience. When things get challenging, it’s ok to ask for some help.
I believe mental health and overall wellness is about having a sense of control in your life, so that when confronted by things that negatively impact you, you have both the choice and the ability to manage how you will respond to life’s changes. My goal is to empower you so you can take charge of your wellbeing.
What are the types of issues that most commonly affect women?
Are you struggling with accepting and loving yourself? Do you want to improve your body image? Have you suffered childhood trauma and feel ready to work through it with a compassionate, emotionally-focused therapist? Chronic stress wreaks havoc on our health. It weakens the immune system and inflames the body, making us more susceptible to colds, weight gain, sleep issues, stomach ulcers, depression, diabetes and heart disease. It’s time to view self-care differently. After all, it is really just taking care of yourself — which is vital for health and well-being.
Self-compassion means caring for yourself in all your various life roles with compassionate action.
This definition has three layers:
Perhaps you feel stuck in a cycle of self-sabotage and perfectionism. I can help you rediscover your inner strength and step into Your authenticity. In her book Return To Love, Marianne Williamson said:
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous? Actually , who are you not to be?"
I believe mental health and overall wellness is about having a sense of control in your life, so that when confronted by things that negatively impact you, you have both the choice and the ability to manage how you will respond to life’s changes. My goal is to empower you so you can take charge of your wellbeing.
What are the types of issues that most commonly affect women?
- Mood disorders that affect how you feel, such as depression and bipolar disorder;
- Anxiety disorders that cause intense and prolonged fear that is not based on an actual threat or danger;
- Eating disorders, which influence eating behaviours and are accompanied by negative thoughts about body shape and weight, such as anorexia and bulimia;
- Postpartum Depression, a form of clinical depression which occurs after childbirth.
- Domestic Violence, which may be emotional, physical, verbal or psychological and most often presents itself through name-calling, stalking, violence, humiliation and manipulation by the abuser.
- Low Self-Esteem / Low Self Worth, which typically takes root in childhood, an abusive relationship or through bullying and may lead to obsessive, negative thoughts;
- Discrimination, which women have experienced throughout history and these sexist or discriminatory practices can take it’s toll mentally;
- Sexual abuse, can take many forms from sexual harassment to rape which is hugely traumatic and often leads to depression, anxiety and PTSD.
Are you struggling with accepting and loving yourself? Do you want to improve your body image? Have you suffered childhood trauma and feel ready to work through it with a compassionate, emotionally-focused therapist? Chronic stress wreaks havoc on our health. It weakens the immune system and inflames the body, making us more susceptible to colds, weight gain, sleep issues, stomach ulcers, depression, diabetes and heart disease. It’s time to view self-care differently. After all, it is really just taking care of yourself — which is vital for health and well-being.
Self-compassion means caring for yourself in all your various life roles with compassionate action.
This definition has three layers:
- Caring for yourself body, mind and soul
- Re-examining and understanding your various life roles
- Compassionate action ~ engaging in the activities that light you up.
Perhaps you feel stuck in a cycle of self-sabotage and perfectionism. I can help you rediscover your inner strength and step into Your authenticity. In her book Return To Love, Marianne Williamson said:
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous? Actually , who are you not to be?"