Serving Bowmanville, Port Hope and throughout Ontario
Therapy and support that meets you where you are
a personalized, empowering experience with a down-to-earth, seasoned psychotherapist
Hi, I'm Kara (she/her)
This work is personal. And that's the point.
I'm a Psychotherapist who helps adults move through the mess and momentum of change- burnout, grief, a health scare, life transitions, new roles, hard decisions and unexpected life turns. I also work with fellow therapists - offering therapy, mentorship and even support in designing their own office space to reflect them and the work they like to do.
Decades as a helping professional and then becoming a therapist, I admit that I'm a die hard helper. Working in education and humanitarian aid internationally, I have experienced stress, burnout, trauma, loss and compassion fatigue first hand. My own anxiety intensified through my own menopause journey. Through life experience, I have come to value slowing down, self-compassion, creativity, being authentic and curious, no nonsense and boundless learning. I believe that each person is an expert of their own life but we all can use some help at some point along the way. I bring these into all the work I do.
What I offer
Therapy for individual adults
Every person is unique so I believe your therapy experience needs to reflect that. You don't need to fit a mold here. I meet you where you are and go from there. I offer integrated therapy that is grounded and real, bringing in body awareness, creativity, experiential learning, practical tools and talk therapy. It's not just about talking but feeling, noticing and being. We might slow things down. We might get curious about what's happening in your body. We might go outside and walk -yes literally walk and talk- because nature offers it's own kind of healing.
Support for therapists
I also work with therapists- whether you are looking for your own space to process and heal or you're needing solid, grounded mentorship as you navigate the complexities of clinical work and private practice. I offer support for all stages of practice- because we're humans first and this work is complex. I bring a down-to-earth , integrative approach to everything I do - therapy, mentorship and even helping you design your therapy space that actually feels like you. Because your office should feel just as aligned as your work does. Whether you're here for support, guidance or clarity- I've got space for you.
Diversity statement and Land acknowledgement
I am accepting of clients of all genders, backgrounds, religions, races, sexual orientations and other self-defined personal or cultural identities. I recognize the harmful impact of racism, sexism, ableism, anti- LGBTQ+ and other forms of discrimination. I also acknowledge the harmful impact of systemic racism and the legacy of colonialism on people. I continue to educate myself on this subject.
Working in the municipality of Clarington, I wish to acknowledge and pay respect to the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas and Chippewas of the Anishinabeg, known today as the Williams Treaties First Nations. Working in the municipality of Port hope, I also pay respect to the lands of the Michi Saagiig Anishnaabeg traditional territory covered by the Williams Treaties. My work on these lands acknowledges their resilience and their longstanding contributions to the area.
Accepting new clients
In-person, virtual and walk and talk therapy for adults.
In-person and virtual support for therapists.