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While counselling and psychotherapy are terms used interchangeably, there are subtle differences. Counselling is more solution-focused and short-term; psychotherapy usually involves more in-depth exploration of self with the aim of creating lasting changes to deeply rooted patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving. If you seek to understand the origin of your patterned behavaiour; uncover underlying motivations, desires, wishes, and dreams; discover more about your own values, beliefs and purpose; release trauma and become who you always knew you wanted to be, email me today!

Psychotherapy sounds complicated. It does not need to be. It occurs when two people talk it can be effective or ineffective. With a combination of experience, education and practice a therapist can help create a therapeutic encounter that is beneficial and effective for a person. Raue, Goldfried, & Barkham, (1997) highlight how the therapeutic relationship is key to a client progress or engagement in therapy. It is my desire to create a space where this relationship can grow and be beneficial to my clients.

My approach is to work collaboratively with clients using a holistic model of therapy which entails a blending of Eastern and Western modalities. For example, training in meditation, yoga, Tai Chi, proper exercise, a nutritious, science-based diet and maintaining proper sleep hygiene. Also, including talk therapy can then help to reveal core values and issues. Mindfulness training benefits clients in observing clearly thoughts and behaviours. Clients benefit greatly through the use of evidence based interventions by developing the skills needed to evaluate thought patterns and overcome destructive patterns.

Living Well's approach to psychotherapy is research-based and holistic. Because we attend to the current needs of clients, in addition to their long term goals, therapy tends to have greater long lasting results. Symptom management is important, and can be accomplished with CBT based interventions, but lasting results from therapy are also key. Far too many people seek therapy only to have it 'not work' or work just temporarily. For a holistic, strength based, research informed approach, Living Well is the ideal place to seek help.

James Hillman once said, "We've had a hundred years of psychotherapy and the world is getting worse." While there are many occasions where the validation and listening endemic to psychotherapy makes sense, there are times where we over assume that "feeling better" and "changing behavior" are the same. Grey Matters International, Inc. goes after the forgotten brain laws to behavior change that therapists miss when processing hours and hours of dialogues with people. Utilizing a cutting edge technology to facilitate the emotional process of change, we can make the therapy process way more effective, faster, and with less money spent. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.

Once we are able to recognize that challenges we are facing are beyond the normal threshold of storm and stress, it is important to talk with someone who can help. Together we will go on a journey where we will try to gain a deeper understanding of the stress and challenges you face. We will learn new strategies and tools that will help you to deal with that stress and challenges.

Psychotherapy is a general term used to describe all forms of mental health ‘talk’ therapy. In my role as a Provisional Psychologist, I strive to meet you where you are at. We will work on your goals, at your speed. At times I will push you to consider different perspectives, I will suggest new techniques and strategies to try, and I will ask for your feedback. All of this is done with the purist of motives. I want you to succeed. I want you to get to a place where you no longer need me. But, the honest truth is that my job is easy. It is you who has to do the hard work. As much as I would love to take some of the burden, I cannot. It is only you who can implement new techniques.

Tamara's counselling practice is client centered. She seeks to help her clients feel validated and understood. She takes a genuine interest in how you see yourself and your story. Tamara uses an integrative approach as needed and at all times she seeks your feedback in the counselling process. She often begins her relationship with you by ensuring that you understand that your constructive feedback is always welcome. Relationship is key in therapy with children, adults and couples.