When I reflect on all the stories I’ve been entrusted to hold over the years, I am always amazed by the profound resilience of the human spirit. I deeply value the wisdom and lived experience my clients bring to our counselling sessions and strive to create a space where you feel safe, seen, heard and supported, exactly as you are.
I understand that reaching out for help can feel incredibly vulnerable. There is no one-size-fits-all path to healing, so I draw on a range of therapeutic frameworks to guide our work together. These include somatic psychotherapy, attachment theory, trauma-informed practice, emotion-focused family therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and dialectical behaviour therapy.
While these theories guide my work, it’s the compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental relationship we build together in therapy that I believe makes the most meaningful difference. Whatever you’re navigating, I’m here to walk alongside you with care and curiosity as we explore what healing looks like for you. I look forward to meeting you in-person or online!
Somatic Therapy focuses on the connection between mind and body. Viva Counselling uses this body-centered approach to help regulate your nervous system, release stored stress, and restore a sense of calm and safety.
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CBT helps you identify and shift negative thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress. This counselling therapy supports practical skill-building, emotional regulation, and better mental health in your daily life.
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DBT teaches you practical skills in mindfulness, coping with distress, regulating emotions, and communicating effectively, with the goal of creating greater emotional stability and healthier ways of responding to challenges.
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Rooted in self-awareness and authenticity, this approach helps you reconnect with your inner self, explore your feelings, and develop a deeper understanding of your thoughts and behaviours.
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EFFT is a collaborative, emotion-centered approach that helps you build stronger emotional bonds, improve communication, and create a more supportive, resilient family system.
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Emphasizing safety, trust, and empowerment in all interactions, trauma-informed care focuses on understanding how past experiences shape a person’s responses. Viva prioritizes compassion, collaboration, and choice to avoid re-traumatization and support healing.
Learn More AboutTrauma-Informed CareIndividual therapy is just for you. It provides a safe space where you can talk openly, make sense of what you're going through, and feel supported without judgment.
50 mins | $185
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Youth counselling offers an authentic and engaging environment for adolescents to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences while building confidence and emotional awareness.
50 mins | $185
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Couples therapy offers a supportive space to navigate emotional complexities, strengthen communication, and stay connected through uncertainty and change.
50 mins | $215
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Family consultations support parents and caregivers wanting to strengthen communication, understanding, cooperation, and connection.
50 mins | $215
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“Working with Jaclyn has been one of the best investments I’ve made for myself. She has been there for me during the lowest points in my life, always showing up with compassion and genuine care. I remember coming into sessions feeling completely lost and unsure how to move forward, and somehow leaving with a sense of clarity and purpose I didn’t know was possible.”
Catherine T., Viva Counselling client
