In Person Therapists in Yukon

I have experience and training working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), grief and loss, and a variety of other presenting session topics. As a generalist counsellor I have skills and abilities to work with whomever comes in the door.

I have over 15 years of experience in the field of social work and over a decade of experience in community mental health and addictions treatment and private practice. I specialize in the treatment of shock and developmental trauma and have been trained in cognitive and somatically-oriented therapeutic modalities. I also work with individuals experiencing interpersonal challenges, grief, chronic pain, trauma, and life-stress. I operate out of Whitehorse and offer remote services in BC and Nunavut. I invite you to visit my website to find out more about how I work: www.bodymatterspsychotherapy.ca

I use Somatic Therapy to heal trauma trapped in one's body. Somatic therapy incorporates a body-centered approach to connect the mind and body. This approach can help improve symptoms related to various mental health disorders. I can help you make sense of the suffering and challenges you may face in your day. Connecting with me can start the healing and joy you may seek.

I come from a background in Creative Writing where I enjoyed exploring people and their stories. I see my transition into counselling as a continuation of this work; helping clients to explore their own stories and the stories we tell as a culture. I work from a generalist counselling perspective, meaning I do not have a specific focus in my work and aim to meet my clients where they're at. That said, I have a particular interest in helping individuals navigate relationships, sexuality, and life transitions.

Adversity, the experience of chronic stress, and trauma exposure are my areas of specialty. I provide evidence based psychological treatment and counselling to individuals that have experienced challenging and unexpected events in their lives. I have worked with various populations, including professionals, marginalized individuals, victims of violence, and organizations serving the public. I am committed to providing psychological support and treatment based on clients unique needs and directly focussed on alleviating symptoms to assist with feeling better, whatever the cause.

Adam has experience working with clients with depressive mood conditions, anxiety, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), attachment, and eating disorders. As a born and raised Yukoner, He has solid supportive ties to his community’s health and wellness.

My approach to therapy has developed through building connections with clients that are founded on collaborative and holistic perspectives. Together, we can build upon your strengths, develop new skills, and find clarity as a way to move towards your goals. I believe people are more resilient than they think. Therefore, I see therapy as an opportunity to spotlight our strengths, find a resolution to our internal struggles, and develop new perspectives to help us move forward.

I WELCOME ALL OF YOU who are ready to make deep and lasting changes in your life to find fulfillment, meaning, new skills and appreciation. I believe that each one of us is on a journey of recovery, healing, repairing, growing and learning how to manifest authentically and creatively. I also believe that the individual personal work we do directly impacts those in our life and our society at large. I know that we need to be connected to our families, neighbours, communities to find health. Similarly, we need to honour our land, our resources and all sentient beings. I look forward to meeting you in person or at a distance.

We cannot always control what happens, but we do control our mindset and response. Grounded in existential philosophy and a holistic focus on wellness, my main intention is to provide you with a non-judgmental, consistent, strength-based approach. In couples counselling, we focus on your friendship, ability to love and connect, as well as manage conflict with mutual respect and communication skills.

Welcome to Cultivating Light, my counseling practice dedicated to supporting the well-being of Yukoners. My name is Erin, and I am happy to offer counselling services to this vibrant community. With a unique blend of warmth and groundedness, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for my clients. My journey as a counsellor has been one of profound growth and transformation, enriching my perspective and deepening my empathy.

I am an integrated therapist based in Whitehorse. Through my work with suicide education I've been fortunate to travel throughout Yukon Territory, and have provided services to nearly all of the communities. I have experience working with teenagers, adults, elders, families, and couples - all folks who are looking to improve their mental wellness and make positive changes. I want clients to have success in therapy and believe while people can be guided to new strategies and ways of approaching challenges, each person is ultimately an expert on what will help them succeed.

My goal is to help you get your bearings. In order to figure out how to move forward, we have to consider the past so we can orient to the present. It's like using a compass! It's a great tool if you know where you currently are and how you got there. Figuring out how your experiences have affected your behavioural patterns allows you to grow and leave behind what no longer serves you. I believe that people have all the answers within them—it's just a matter of asking the right questions!

I have extensive experience working with individuals with complex needs involving addictions, mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and who have exhibited personality features such as borderline, or antisocial behaviours. I have worked with individuals with impulse dyscontrol, and other symptoms of executive function disinhibition. I like to work with individuals from a holistic perspective utilizing systems theory analyses; somatosensory, individual, family, community, society, and culture. If your are looking to make long-lasting, positive changes to your way of being in the world I can help you get there...

Welcome to my therapy practice, I am a dedicated therapist with a diverse educational background and extensive experience working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. My journey as a therapist has been shaped by a deep motivation to help people, and I am committed to providing a safe and empathetic space for healing and growth. My passion is working with Indigenous communities, and I have had the privilege of working extensively with Yukon First Nation communities, where I have learned to develop culturally sensitive approaches to healing, particularly in the areas of addictions, trauma, intergenerational trauma, & PTSD.

Do you miss the connection and friendship you once had with your partner? Are you tired of feeling anxious, angry or tired all the time? You may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or stuck because you think you’ve tried everything, but nothing sticks. Do the overwhelming feelings cause you to shut down because you don't know where to start? You want change, but bringing a therapist into the fold makes you uneasy as you may have learned that therapy lacks real connection. If REAL connection matters to you, I’m your human. I want to help you to achieve the life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible.

I work with adults and teenagers experiencing depression and anxiety. I also work with people experiencing trauma, spiritual crisis, relationship issues, loneliness, problems due to medication, and stress in many forms. A block of time in my practice is kept open daily for those in crisis, who cannot find adequate support through the public system. I also work with couples wishing to heal relational concerns, and those with an inclination towards spiritual practice/life. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and welcome people from all faith backgrounds and walks of life. Sessions are available in-person, by email, and via video.

My theoretical orientation and clinical approach is a client-centred, strengths-based integrated cognitive behavioral therapist incorporating positive psychology with an existential and humanistic lens. I believe that everyone is resilient and has the ability to make positive changes in their lives and the lives of others. I have training and experience with MH, depression, anxiety, addictions, post/complex trauma, anger and abuse. I work from a multicultural social justice lens with children, youth, adult individuals, family and couples.

Appreciating the health benefits of my own therapy and self-development over many years adds a more fulsome scope of experience and skills to my therapy practice. Providing generalist counselling support for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, low self-esteem, grief, poor personal boundaries, trauma (complex), suicidal ideation and family/parenting challenges.

My ideal client is that individual who has experienced trauma in their life, be it violence, loss of a loved one, divorce or separation or death of a loved one. They feel lost and do not know how or where to begin from in the reconstruction of their lives. They so desire to live a normal life but their trauma does not permit them. They want to be free and pick up their lives from where they got off track.

Does life feel so demanding you can’t do it anymore? Do you struggle to say no, set boundaries, or have too few moments when you feel ‘ok?’ Has your substance use been getting out of hand? You may be doing your best to cope, but just coping is not enough.

I am experienced working from a humanistic therapeutic framework with numerous challenges people face today, including: Trauma (PTSD), Addiction, Anxiety, Relationships (Couples, Workplace, Family), Depression, Fear & Phobias, Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Spirituality & Meaning, ADHD, Self-Harm, Parenting, Strategic Life Planning, & Grief.

Taking a step towards meaningful growth and healing takes courage but can be worth it. You deserve to feel fulfilled, joyful, and like your best self. Together we can explore what you are experiencing and support you to shape meaningful change. I respect and welcome all parts of who you are. I believe in meeting people where they are at and supporting their personally identified goals.

I can assist you to recognize your inherent worth, value and abilities. I often work with folks who have experienced trauma including racial trauma, sexualized violence & intimate partner violence, as well as occupational & vicarious trauma. I prioritize working with Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ clients. I support folks in decreasing symptoms of adversities that may include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, substance misuse and/or relational difficulties. I work with clients to connect their mind, bodies and hearts through somatic therapy, land-based healing, parts work & Internal Family Systems (IFS).

Now Offering Therapy Intensives! Accelerate your healing by feeling better faster with our 1, 2, 3 & 4 day intensives. Anxiety and trauma can make us feel stuck and overwhelmed, but there is hope. Let me pour you a cup of coffee or tea and let's talk. Anxiety and trauma no longer has to take over you and your world. You deserve to live a fulfilling life. I can help you find the answers you are looking for and start to live the life you want. I know how intimidating it can be to reach out to a therapist. Take a deep breath and connect with me.