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Somatic Gestalt Psychotherapy is a holistic and process-oriented approach to personal change that integrates my 25 years of mindfulness / movement / body awareness work with Gestalt Therapy. It facilitates the experiencing of your whole self––helping you get a better sense of the connections between your body experience, your feelings, your thinking and your ways of relating.

Since change can only happen in the present, learning to experience yourself in the “here-and-now” is the most important choice you can make in moving forward in your life. It will help you to appreciate that by taking responsibility for how you feel and what you do (increasing your response-ability), you can be in charge of your growth, development and well-being.

Sessions are confidential and based on mutual respect; how they unfold will vary depending on your needs. As you describe what you feel are your most immediate thoughts and concerns, you will be guided in a process of being mindful of your body and your experience in the present moment. While I draw on a variety of tools and approaches tailored to your specific needs, it is your engagement in our work that will determine the course of action. I will offer you support as well as help you to challenge yourself. You can expect a process of exploration, discovery and learning. With increased awareness will come choice, and the opportunity for change.

Scheduling and Fees. My fee is $80 per hourly session. I have a limited number of spaces available on a sliding scale for clients who are unable to pay the regular fee. Payments are accepted in cash, personal cheque or PayPal. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies. Without sufficient notice, you will be charged the full amount for your appointment. To accommodate schedules and lifestyles, some work can also be carried out via Skype, iChat or phone.

Psychotherapy services are not covered by OHIP but they are tax deductible medical expenses and may be partially covered by some extended health care benefit plans. Please check with your employer to determine if coverage is available. 

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