Being True

An eating disorder landed me in the hospital, and i learned - quite literally - that not speaking my truth could kill me, while voicing it set me free. It continues to, even now. No matter how difficult, painful, or scary, when we face our truths they ultimately become our majesty. They are ours to author however we choose.

a new direction

with attention, love, and (to be honest) a whole lot of counselling, i realized some important things. first, my voice matters. moreover, the world needs my truth. and i realized this was also true for others. our experience is our power; it is what we offer the world.

transformative healing is possible — even inevitable — when we integrate all parts of ourselves: the good, the bad, the scary, and the surprising.

what remains

i see therapy as a coming home of sorts. t.s. eliot once wrote:

“we shall not cease from exploration, and at the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time.”

we can reclaim who we are. i still blush. now, when it happens, i choose to see it as a reflection of the shy, sensitive soul i've always been. i’ve integrated that truth with love.

how this informs me as a clinical counsellor and sex therapist

my personal journey taught me the importance of voice, agency, and integration — lessons that inform my work with clients. i bring this lived understanding into therapy, supporting people to explore their experiences safely; connect with their bodies and emotions; and find personal agency and voice. what i learned through my own growth — patience, compassion, and courage — shapes the way i guide others toward healing and self-esteem.

if you’re curious about therapy or sexual health counselling, you can learn more about my services here.