I see sexuality and gender as occurring on a spectrum. I offer a safe therapeutic space and I am sensitive to the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. These challenges are made more difficult when living in a heteronormative society. I am committed to supporting individuals, couples and families whatever challenges they may be endeavouring to resolve. I embrace diversity and I will be a supportive in the exploration of sexuality and gender, and polyamorous relationships.
As a therapist that identifies in the LGBTQ+ community, Crystal has an interest in working with LGBTQ individuals, couples and families. She has taking speciality training at the 519 for LGBTQ+ couples + families. She has also completed the PRIDE Adopt Education Program.
There are many unique topics that can be helpful for LGBTQ2IA+ folks to discuss in therapy. Perhaps you are hoping to discuss navigating explorations of your gender and/or sexuality. Or you are hoping to unpack the coming out process or oppressive systems that you have encountered. I am an anti-oppressive, LGBTQ2IA+ allied therapist here to support you in your journey of discussing whatever feels most meaningful to you and to celebrating and holding pride in your identity. Connect with me today for a free consultation to see if we are a good fit.
The LGBTQ community faces many challenges. Do you experience emotional distress, discrimination, stigmatization, victimization, and barriers to access health care? Acceptance and a sense of belonginess are some issues and fears that you may face. Let us work together to address how this impacts your daily life and explore your needs including resources to access healthy support systems.
As part of the LGBTQ+ community, this is a safe space without judgement for you to explore yourself. Acknowledging that everyone's experiences are still unique, it is never expected for you to fit any one mold.
This is a safe space to explore questions of gender identity, sexual orientation and the dominant ideas surrounding gender, sexuality, bodies and the idea of families you experienced growing up and within your current life contexts. Together we can explore the was you have been informed by or resisted these narratives, and how they have affected your life.
My approach is grounded in authenticity, trust, and often humour. I believe you have the wisdom to navigate life’s challenges and I strive to help empower you to facilitate change in therapy. Therapy can provide a collaborative space to explore your experiences as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with individuals, couples, children and families offering a free consultation to ensure we are a good fit. I carry a systemic lens, exploring the way culture, community and family shape our experiences and aspirations. I am committed to strength-based and anti-oppressive practice in my work. I recognize the importance and responsibility I have as a therapist, to address the systemic inequalities impacting clients in their lives.