I want you to know that you can feel better. The effects of patterns like depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and people-pleasing donât need to rob you of a life lived well. Soul-sucking patterns like these gobble up your time, money, physical energy, thoughts, and the ability to focus on yourself. Life feels hard in this place. The good news is that pain is motivating! Youâve likely tried a bunch of things to feel better, but now your inner wisdom is whispering to you to find outside help for the inside pain, and here you are. If this resonates with you, Iâd love to work together!
Our work will focus on your unique needs, patterns, preferences, and hopes. Some goals youâll achieve quickly. Others need the magical ingredients of time, an updated skillset, and most importantly, a new stance of radical self-acceptance. Believe it or not, you donât need to complete your goals before you begin to like yourself ;)
Lastly, success in therapy depends on the quality of the relationship between you and me, which is why I offer a 50-minute risk-free consultation for new clients. If either of us decides that itâs not a fit, the session fee gets waived. However, if we choose to team up, you pay for the session, and as a bonus, you end up one step closer to your goal!
I want you to know that you can feel better. The effects of patterns like depression, anxiety, lo...
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I believe that every individual has set of strengths, skills, beliefs, and values that are unique to them, but sometimes when we are dealing with certain things in our life, itâs hard for us to remember the tools we may have to at our disposal to help us through the challenging time. My hope is that we can work collaboratively to highlight these strengths and skills and furthermore come up with new strategies and skills to help you grow and move forward in life.
You may not know all your strengths, or even where to begin to tackle what you are facing, but I hope that through my client focussed approach I can create a non-judgemental, open, honest, and safe space for you explore what brought you in. I like to take an eclectic approach to therapy, and being flexible to meet your needs is something that I take pride in. I draw from various therapeutic approaches to find a unique path that works for your journey.
Finding a therapist that resonates with you is also an important part of the mental health journey. Reaching out is often the hardest part. At Unstuck Psychological I offer a 50-minute risk-free consultation to see if I can be a good fit for you. I look forward to meeting you!
âWhere thereâs life, thereâs hopeâ -Stephen Hawking
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Please be advised that Shayla will be on leave starting November 25, 2024, and will return in the middle of 2026. Current clients who have not yet transitioned to another therapist are encouraged to contact the front desk to schedule a Risk Free Consultation with another psychologist.
Because so many of our emotional wounds are created in the context of early relationships with others, it makes sense to me that the genuineness, attunement, unconditional love, and healthy boundaries modeled within the therapeutic relationship can be so healing later in life.
I take great pleasure in providing people with these potentially âmissed experiencesâ, because the world is simply a brighter place when we feel seen, heard, understood, and SAFE. With your permission, I will challenge you, and we will courageously delve into the heart of certain matters. Together, weâll work to align the mental, emotional, and physical aspects of your being to foster a greater sense of wholeness.
Youâve maybe come to understand just how flawed we humans are, but did you also know that weâre deeply hardwired for connection? Thatâs exactly why being a therapist brings me so much joy! Iâm so grateful that I get to spend my days connecting with people (hopefully you!) in meaningful ways, as a trusted companion on their journeys of healing and personal growth.
There isnât any wearisome or awkward small-talk on my agenda; instead, I aim to make the most of every moment together.
Oh, and donât worry if your hope is in limited supply right now. I have a plentiful stock of it from which you can borrow, thanks to the many positive transformations Iâve had the privilege of witnessing over the years!
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When youâre not feeling your best, things can really seem out of control, I believe that you have the power to make changes in your life, no matter the challenges. I want to help you find a realistic, and achievable path to the you that you want to be! If youâre feeling depressed, anxious, alone, or just arenât sure how you feel, the Unstuck method can help you move forward. Youâve probably tried everything you can think of to change how youâre feeling, I might have some ways you didnât think of.
As you make changes, what youâll need from therapy may also change. With our risk-free consultation, you can see if I am the right teammate for this part of your journey. My calm and peaceful approach will guide you in the healing process
Angela
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Effective January 1, 2023, Melissaâs rates will increase to $220 for a single session and $440 for a double session.
Hi, Iâm Melissa!
We are each the author of our own life story, and at times it can feel like we donât know how to write the next chapter.
Perhaps you are experiencing patterns of unhelpful thoughts or behaviours, overwhelming emotions, or just canât figure out what the obstacle is. Whatever the case may be, please know that you are not alone. Iâm here to support you as you write your next chapter. It would be my privilege to work behind the scenes, encouraging you as you navigate the next (or possibly the first) step in your healing journey. To be the Alfred to your Batman, so to speak! As Alfred often provided Batman with an alternate outlook, dedication, and genuine care, Iâm here to offer you a similar commitment.
Itâs okay if you donât know where to start- leave that up to me! Iâm here to provide a safe place and a listening ear, allowing us to form a genuine connection as we overcome your challenges. Together we will create a custom therapy plan that will fill you with hope and excitement for the future.
I know the idea of therapy and finding the ârightâ therapist can feel overwhelming. I have good news! The Unstuck risk-free consultation is one full session with me; and if we donât hit it off, then the session is free!
If youâre ready to take the next step, Iâm here to take it with you.
Effective January 1, 2023, Melissaâs rates will increase to $220 for a single session and $440 fo...
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