Approach to Psychotherapy

Meaghan’s practice draws from evidence-based approaches to therapy, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), emotionally focused individual therapy (EFIT) and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). Every person comes to therapy carrying their own unique perspectives, experiences and needs – different things work for different people. For this reason, Meaghan works with her clients to set achievable treatment goals and collaboratively shape a therapeutic approach that will meet the needs of each individual.

Challenges with mental health do not exist in a bubble. Our life experiences, relationships and cultural contexts all play a role in how we feel, how we think and what we do. Meaghan encourages clients to bring these factors into the therapy space to explore how the systems and structures that shape our lives may be influencing mental health.

While therapy will be tailored to fit the needs of each client, here’s an idea of what to expect when working with Meaghan:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT is a structured, goal-oriented, and time-limited therapy aimed to help clients develop awareness and coping strategies to help shift thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT is a mindfulness-based therapy focused on practicing self-acceptance of thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and events. It is a behavioural therapy aimed to develop psychological flexibility to help clients emotionally regulate and reduce emotional suffering.

Emotionally focused individual therapy (EFIT)

EFIT is an approach centred on processing current and past relationships with the goal of repairing attachment ruptures and building skills for more meaningful, lasting relationships. The therapist will help the client explore overarching emotions and patterns to uncover underlying attachment needs.

Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)

DBT teaches clients strategies to emotionally regulate, tolerate extreme distress, enhance their relationships with others, and remain mindful.

While certain therapeutic approaches are supported by research evidence as effective treatments for specific conditions, you do not need to have a diagnosed mental health condition to benefit from psychotherapy. Meaghan has experience helping clients navigate:

Depression
Anxiety
Emotional dysregulation
Autism spectrum disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Executive functioning challenges
Exploring and affirming sexual and gender identity
Impulsivity
Stress
Self-esteem
Insomnia
Panic
Relationship issues/conflict
Communication

Depending on the client’s needs and goals, therapy can be a short-term commitment for a set number of sessions, or it can be a source of longer-term support.

Fees for psychotherapy are $225 per hour, which can be direct billed most of the time if you have medical insurance coverage.

Meaghan is currently accepting new clients for in-person psychotherapy.