I have a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology and am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
Prior to moving into private practice, I worked in the non-profit sector providing both direct service to clients and consultation to other clinicians. I have also worked as a college instructor teaching Introductory Psychology, Social Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology and the Psychology of Personality.
I work from a trauma informed, attachment-based, strength-based perspective, and have received formal training in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Emotion Focused Therapy for Individuals, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. In practice, I may also utilize mindfulness based and art-based interventions depending on your needs and preferences.
I work with individuals, couples and families, and am comfortable working with an array of presenting issues including impacts of childhood abuse/trauma, self-esteem, relational concerns, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, stress management, and coping with anger.
I hold a deep passion for supporting individuals as they move toward growth and change. I strive to empower people by getting them in touch with what is blocking them- fears, hurts, unhelpful thought patterns, emotional wounds, and so forth. I have worked with countless individuals to help them shine. I regard my work as my calling and am committed to serving those I work with in a manner that facilitates a sense of safety and unconditional acceptance.
I recognize that reaching out for support is not easy, and I regard it as the greatest act of courage there is. I look forward to connecting with you, and supporting you as move toward a greater sense of peace, happiness, joy, and contentment.
Please contact me directly for information regarding my fee, and to set up an initial consultation. I can be contacted at saranotenboomtherapy@gmail.com or 647-534-5150.
I look forward to connecting with you.