About Carl
My counselling approach is to work mainly from a humanistic therapeutic framework. In short, this theory emphasizes the authentic relationship we develop together as the single most important factor in creating positive change in your life. Through this co-creation of a therapeutic relationship, you can deepen understanding of your relationship to your internal parts, as well as how you and your parts relate to the world around you.
Part of us may be depressed, anxious, angry, or confused. These states may be related to traumatic experiences in the past, current environmental factors (job, housing, relationships), or fear of future pain and judgement. When we begin to understand the root cause of a negative feeling or behaviour, we can then work to make real change.
This deepening of understanding is a central piece of counselling work, whether it be understanding of our past, present, or future. To achieve this, I incorporate other therapeutic modalities such as:
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Mindfulness
• Hakomi Method
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Art Therapy
• Family Systems
Increasing compassion for self and others, while allowing for more conscious choice in our lives (opposed to unconscious reactions or habits) are other central themes you will encounter when working with me.
I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds, including couples. I graduated with distinction from Yorkville University and hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology.
I am a Professional Member of the CCPA possessing a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) designation.