The Right Fit
Kelly offers specialized therapy for the shes/ theys/ gays (women and 2SLGBTQIA+) who:
Are stressed and exhausted;
Are drowning in expectations and responsibilities;
Doubt they can keep this up;
Wonder if they have an undiagnosed condition (chronic health, mental health, neurodivergence, etc.);
Want to be their actual self (vs. version they became to survive);
Have the growing sense that something needs to change; and
Worry about how that change might impact their relationships.
Kelly’s clients crave more ease, rest, joy and belonging. They want to feel optimistic about the future again.
The Approach
You are the boss. Kelly is your hired consultant.You decide what we work on and how to work on it. You get to change your mind and say what you like/ don’t like about therapy. You are the ultimate authority on yourself. Kelly centres your autonomy and expertise.Counselling with Kelly has brought clients greater clarity. Her skills, experience and knowledge help folks explore their options and work through challenges, bringing them closer to what they want. Kelly is present and spends several sessions getting to know you, “the problem,” and what you’ve already tried before providing feedback. Clients often comment that she “gets it.”Those who know Kelly describe her as gentle-hearted, a steady advocate, and a rare combination of being both direct and kind.
Next Steps
To book a free consult, email:
[email protected]The phone consult allows you to assess fit before you invest. You can arrive with a clear idea of what you're looking for and an agenda you would like to lead– or show up not knowing where to start and Kelly will facilitate.Kelly provides virtual therapy across all of Ontario.Full sessions are 55 minutes long and cost $160 (tax inclusive). Additional fee, payment and insurance information can be found in the FAQ.
Limits
Everyone is worthy of support. Full stop. And no therapist can be competent in everything. I may not be the right fit if:
You live outside Ontario
You want in-person therapy
You want couples or family therapy
You are seeking therapy for a child or senior/ elder
You are seeking a therapy modality I'm not currently trained in; and/ or
You’re not connecting with what you’ve read so far.
If you are having trouble finding the right provider, reach out. We can use the free consult to explore your options.
Common concerns
Kelly frequently supports folks who are wrestling with:
Stress & burnout
Anxiety & panic
Depression
Anger
Abuse
Violence
Trauma
Grief
Suicide
Self-injury
Self-esteem
Relationship issues - family, partners, or friends
Trouble with school
Trouble with work
Purposelessness
Loneliness
Isolation
Feeling behind
Gender
Sexuality
Identity affirming care
Hormones & mental health
Complex health
Undiagnosed conditions
Changing abilities
Boundaries
Coping skills
Social skills
CPTSD
Kelly often succeeds with folks who have prior poor experiences in therapy, and/ or with folks who are navigating harmful systems and institutions (education, work, healthcare, social services, insurance, immigration, etc.).
FAQ
What platform do you use for virtual therapy?
JaneApp. It’s a Canadian-owned software company that is user friendly and complies with federal/ provincial privacy laws. Users (you) don’t pay to use it.
Do you use AI in therapy?
No. In my opinion, AI does not have enough protections for private information or ethical use in therapy. Some of the platforms I use have the option to integrate AI features (Gmail, JaneApp, etc.). As long as those AI features are voluntary, I will not use them.
How much does a session cost?
Sessions are 55 minutes long and cost $160 (tax inclusive). You can pay via credit card on JaneApp or by e-transfer to [email protected]
Do you take insurance?
Most insurance programs in Canada cover psychotherapy provided by a registered social worker AND my full session fee– but you should confirm the specifics of your insurance program. I don’t offer direct billing at this time, but you can submit your receipts to be reimbursed.
What if I can’t afford therapy?
We can use your free consult to go over free, subsidized, affordable and/ or lower cost options. I also have a limited number of sliding scale spots.
What should I "bring" to the consult?
The consult is a free 15 minute phone chat to make sure we're a good fit before you invest. You can arrive to the consult with a really clear idea of what you're looking for and an agenda you would like to lead– or you can show up not knowing where to start and I'll facilitate. There is no single right way to show up.
What are your credentials?
I am a registered and licensed Masters of Social Work (RSW, MSW) who can perform the controlled act of Psychotherapy. I am required to complete ongoing professional development every year.I have always– and will always– focus my professional development on my specialties and the demographics I serve (and the problems that are most likely to bring them to therapy, which evolve over time). My work is informed by my lived experience. I belong to several of the communities I work with.
What modalities of therapy do you use?
I approach therapy with person-centred, trauma informed, recovery-oriented, harm reduction, and anti-oppressive lenses. I currently use the modalities below regularly (this is not an exhaustive list of my training):
EMDR (coming soon in 2026!)
Rogerian Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed parts work
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Existential informed Therapy
Somatic informed Therapy
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) & Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
What if I don't belong to the populations you work with?
Everyone is worthy of support– and no therapist can cultivate a deep understanding of everything. It’s important to be transparent about my skills so you can make informed decisions about your care.I respect your autonomy. If you want to work together, reach out and we'll chat. I still work successfully with clients outside my focus if I’m confident– after learning more in the consult– that I can do so competently.
Why just Ontario?
While virtual therapy could be provided to anyone with an internet connection, my social work license only applies to Ontario– including (but not limited to):
Toronto
Brampton
Mississauga
Burlington
Milton
Hamilton
St. Catherines
Niagara
Brantford
Guelph
Kitchener
Waterloo
Cambridge
London
Windsor
Orillia
Markham
Richmond Hill
Vaughan
Oshawa
Peterborough
Kingston
Ottawa
Barrie
Sudbury
Thunder Bay
Sault Ste. Marie; and
Small(er) towns
Online therapy may also be a good option for folks in remote areas with limited access to services; folks facing mobility, transportation, or time barriers; and those who simply appreciate the convenience of attending therapy from their own home.
