“It's okay to not be okay, we can start there.” - Unknown
Hi! I’m Steve!
My desire to see people get unstuck in life has led me into the work of counselling. I believe people often come to therapy when they are carrying questions, transitions, relationships, or responsibilities that feel difficult to hold alone.
As a Counselling Intern, I hope to offer a space where clients can get help, reflect, understand themselves more honestly, and begin to treat themselves with greater compassion. My background in pastoral care and chaplaincy have shaped the way I sit with people in seasons of uncertainty, change, faith concerns, and personal growth.
My Approach To Therapy
My approach to counselling is warm, curious, collaborative, and relational. I believe people often come to therapy when they feel stuck, conflicted, uncertain, or in need of support as they work through life’s challenges. My goal is to help clients find safety in the counselling process, understand themselves more honestly, and grow in confidence as they move toward clarity and meaningful change. I ask thoughtful questions, listen closely, and help clients explore patterns in their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and choices. I also welcome conversations around faith and spirituality when clients want to include that in their work.
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CBT helps clients explore the connection between their thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and choices. I use this approach to help clients notice patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and move toward healthier ways of responding.
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Narrative therapy helps clients explore the stories they carry about themselves, their relationships, and their experiences. This approach can help clients notice where they feel stuck and begin to make room for new meaning, agency, and hope.
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Spiritually integrated psychotherapy makes space for clients to explore faith, spirituality, meaning, values, and spiritual concerns when they want those included in counselling. My goal is to approach these conversations with respect, care, and without pressure.
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Person-centred therapy focuses on creating a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their experiences. This approach reflects my desire to meet people with warmth, empathy, and genuine care.
What to Expect in Sessions
Everyone has unique life experiences and, therefore, deserves a personalized therapy experience that suits their needs. In our sessions together, you can expect to set achievable goals aligned with your personalized journey, explore your emotions, discuss coping strategies, and learn practical skills to help you navigate personal challenges. I aim to create sessions that foster insight, self-compassion and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you. As the expert of your own life and experiences, aim to take a person-centred approach to our sessions.
What I Can Help You With
Spirituality
Stress
Self Esteem
Anxiety & Depression
Couples Therapy
Relationship Challenges
Communication Skills
Boundaries
Life Transitions
Emotional Regulation
Christian Counselling
Self Worth Issues
Life Coaching
Coping Skills
Procrastination
Men’s Issues
Your Therapy Experience With Me – Real, Grounded, and Collaborative
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You don’t need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can talk honestly about what’s going on and feel genuinely heard.
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Sometimes we need to slow things down before we can figure out what comes next. Together, we’ll explore the patterns, thoughts, relationships, or experiences that may be keeping you stuck and work toward greater clarity.
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Your values, relationships, culture, and beliefs can all be meaningful parts of who you are. If faith or spirituality is important to you, there’s room for that here too—without judgment, pressure, or assumptions.
Credentials
Masters of Arts - Counselling and Spiritual Care, McMaster Divinity College
Masters of Divinity, McMaster Divinity College
Bachelors in Theology, Emmanuel Bible College
Fees & Session Costs
Individual 50-Minute Session $75
Couples’ 50-Minute Session $100
Trainings & Certifications
CBT - Essentials 1 from Beck Institute
Certifications in Leadership Development
A Little About Me!
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Cooking something good, though I could happily skip the dishes afterward.
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Fall, because there is nothing like comfortable weather and a cozy hoodie.
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Phone chargers that slowly charge.
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BBQ brisket tacos.
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In a world where you can be anything, be kind.
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A cushioned pair of shoes and a classic salt, pepper, and garlic spice blend.
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Helping parents in their early stages feel supported, equipped, and less alone.
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Receiving a black belt in a martial art, Winning a BBQ competition, and visiting Nintendo Land with my kids.
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International cooking, ongoing learning, playing with my kids
How I Want You to Feel After a Session
I hope you leave each session feeling genuinely understood, listened to, and a little less alone in what you’re carrying. Even if everything isn’t figured out yet, my hope is that you walk away with greater clarity, confidence, and a sense of direction for the next step in front of you.
I want our sessions to give you space to slow down, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and reconnect with what matters most to you. Most importantly, I hope you leave feeling supported and reminded that meaningful change can begin with one small step forward.
