Our Clients
At FORWARD we provide psychotherapy in multiple settings and for a variety of challenges.
We support adolescents, adults, and couples in-office, online and on the move.
Personal Growth is a consistent element of our work with all clients. It is present in everything we do. Some clients come to see us because they are not sure if they need to see someone! Many have hit a lull, they've lost their passion or feel stuck in life. Our approach fits beautifully for clients wanting to challenge themselves, think outside of the box, colour outside of the lines; to get curious and creative.
What To See Us For
Anxiety, Worry, Stress
Anxiety is natural for all of us. While we never want to completely rid ourselves of anxiety, when one's anxiety, worry, or stress levels impact their life in significant ways; when it gets in the way, seems too big or unmanageable, or it impacts day to day living, we can help. Our approach includes safely and strategically helping clients understand their anxiety, monitor their physiological responses, and challenge themselves to safely gain insight, feel their power and regain a greater sense of control.
Depression and Low Mood
There are multiple variables that can effect mood and, for some, contribute to depression. When our mood is consistently low or we are depressed, we often lack energy, initiative and focus. We may struggle with the day-to-day and have a very difficult time finding joy. It can be hard to see the blue sky above the grey clouds. If you are feeling low and struggling with your mood, we can help you find ways to break up the clouds to reveal the blue sky, and help you move FORWARD with your life.
Relationships
When one is struggling with a relationship, whether it is with a partner, a friend, a family member, a colleague, or even a boss, things can seem overwhelming. It can be difficult to find our way, and we may even second guess our choices and decisions. Our Team helps clients break through the "stuck" feeling, cut through the clutter, and discover new, and authentic, ways of being.
Life Changes and Transitions
Change is difficult, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming. Transitions are typically connected to change. Transitions may include school or career changes, a new partner, a break-up, the loss of a friend or loved one, or even an upcoming move. Whatever the adjustment, we aim to help our clients develop the strategies they need to move through, find balance, direction, contentment and peace.
High Achievers
We see a number of high achieving, FORWARD - focused individuals, looking to CONTINUE along their current path. Many of these clients want to maintain their edge and focus. We support those seeking to continuously evaluate their path, sharpen their focus, foster personal and professional evolution, and become even more dialed-in. We support high-achievers in finding balance, determining priorities, managing their relationship with their inner-critic and understanding their pursuit of perfection.
Traumatic Experiences
We see individuals who are struggling with trauma. Trauma is a lasting emotional response to a distressing situation and is generally associated with feeling unsafe or helpless. Some symptoms may include: hyperarousal, difficulty sleeping, increased anxiety, lowered mood and many others. Counselling for trauma may include: increasing coping skills to deal with daily stress, identifying/managing triggers, processing traumatic memories to help reduce disturbance.
Modalities utilized at FORWARD include Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
First Responders and Their Families
Members of our team possess experience working with individuals in high-stress and trauma-exposed professions, including, but not limited to, Firefighters, Paramedics, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Healthcare Professionals, and Military Personnel. Our Team possesses a deep understanding of the unique demands of these professions, including the impact that repeated exposure to difficult experiences can have on mental health, relationships, and life outside of work. We also support family members of First Responders
Couples
We see couples at all stages of their relationships and welcome diverse relationship structures, including LGBTQ2S+ couples, open and polyamorous relationships, and couples from a wide range of cultural and family backgrounds. Informed by Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, we help couples communicate more effectively, navigate conflict, reconnect, and strengthen intimacy. Together, we create space to rediscover love, friendship, laughter, play, and the connection that brought couples together.
Relationships / Boundaries / Assertivness
Our team supports those looking to focus on boundaries, interpersonal effectiveness and assertiveness. We empower people to explore their patterns and ways of being within relationships, and make changes that unlock authenticity and confident versions of self. We see self-described people pleasers, overextended nurturers, and those who find it difficult to prioritize themselves.