Osteopathic manual therapy is a client-centred discipline that is based on understanding the relationship between structure and function in order to enhance the body’s inherent ability to heal. It relies on skilled manual therapeutic techniques to assess and treat the client, guiding the natural self-healing properties of the human body. (osteopathyontario.org)
Every session includes an evaluation and treatment.
During an Initial Assessment (the first appointment) the client can expect an indepth health history intake and physical evaluation for the purpose of informing the practitioner the state the client is in and how the accumulation of their life experiences enabled or contributed to their current state. At the end of the Initial Assessment, provided that time permits it, there will be a proposed treatment plan and the first treatment.
At the beginning of Follow-up Sessions a concise global evaluation will be done in relation to the new state of wellness that the client will be presenting at that time, the treatment plan proposed at the previous session and the information already acquired at the Initial Assessment.

The goal of Swedish Massage is to melt away muscle tension and increase the blood flow to your heart. Swedish Massage is extremely therapeutic as it decreases muscle toxins, increases oxygen levels in the blood, and improves flexibility in the body.

Deep Tissue Massage reaches deeper layers of muscles. It is used to break down knots and relieve pressure points throughout the body. This massage is beneficial for athlete's rehabilitation and those who sit for long periods of time.

Regardless of the goal of the treatment, the client can expect each session to have 5-7 minutes set asside at the beginning and the end of the treatment for undressing/dressing and discussion around treatment goals, evaluation, homecare and follow-up.

Making the decision to begin counseling requires both courage and commitment. You have already made the first step on this journey by starting your search. I am an experienced psychotherapist, and certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) provider confident in offering in-person and online counselling services in English, French, Serbian, Bosnian, and Croatian. I work with youth (16+) and adults in all stages of life. I strive to help my clients achieve their goals, gain a different perspective, and learn new skills and effective ways of dealing with challenges.
My counseling approach draws from several therapies, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Narrative Therapy, and EMDR. Certified training in EMDR therapy enables me to help my clients to process their: past traumatic experiences; present triggers and nightmares; and future concerns.
I look forward to working with you to create a collaborative and trusting relationship that will allow you to fulfill your counseling goals. Please contact me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. This consultation enables me to get a better understanding of what your needs are, and gives you the opportunity to ask me any questions you may have.
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