About Phoebe
At any stage of life, we may all face challenges that lead us to realize that something needs to change. Seeking support through therapy can help you explore how you hope to show up in relation with yourself, and with other. Whether you are navigating the transition to adulthood, or managing the stresses of parenthood, the difficulties we face inevitably colour the way we see ourselves and the world around us. I hope to walk alongside you towards the change that feels most authentic and aligned.
My background is in systemic relational training, and has been informed by 8 months of prior clinical experience as a therapist intern at the Maplewoods Centre for Family Therapy and Child Psychology. I have supported individuals, couples, and families using a collaborative and client-centred approach across a range of different topics. From anxiety and depression, to disconnection in romantic relationships, I consider not only your experiences, but also the contextual systems around you.
I understand that asking for help isn't easy, and I hope to hold hope for you, especially when it is hard to hold it for yourself. I truly believe that you are the expert of your own world, and I strive to meet you with curiosity, cultural safety, and non-judgment.
Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy reading, singing, songwriting, and taking too many pictures of my cat Dippy. I also love hunkering down with a good puzzle, and spending time with my family and friends.
If you'd like to explore whether we might be a good fit, please book a free 15-minute consultation.
How We Might Work Together
I can help with:
Adolescents, students, and young adults who are seeking support during a stage of life characterized by growth, change, and discovery.
Individuals who have experienced relational trauma and hope to work together to process emotions and reclaim their narrative.
Individuals and couples who are ready to seek change and find new ways of connecting and relating to others.
I also enjoy working with immigrants and those navigating challenges related to cultural identity and conflicting values systems. I especially appreciate connecting with clients navigating familial conflict, expectations or pressures.
Patterns & Topics That Frequently Come Up in Session
I often work with individuals and couples who have experienced relational trauma or family conflict. Many of us carry childhood wounds that influence our relationships with ourselves and those around us. In particular, many clients have found that their upbringings show up in their romantic relationships, and the way they navigate conflict.
In the past, I have also worked with many young women who are navigating coming of age and life transitions.
Other themes that have consistently shown up include anxiety, depression, communication issues, identity, and self-confidence.
What Inspires My Work as a Therapist
Each client's individual strength and humanity truly inspires me as a therapist. My experiences with clients have taught me that everyone has their own wisdom and strength inside of them. Watching clients learn to prioritize their own wants and needs versus the voices of others shows me that change is possible.
It is a privilege for me to be a small part of someone's journey towards creating the life that they want. I have learned that pain and suffering are not forever, and that healing does not have to happen alone. Most of all, clients have taught me that there is profound strength in asking for help and being vulnerable with others.
What I Wish More People Knew About Mental Health & Healing
Like physical health, mental health is integral to our wellbeing and experienced by everyone. There is no blame or weakness in struggling with your mental health, nor is there any fault in asking for help. Ideas surrounding “normalcy” are socially constructed, and often unhelpful.
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What Questions About People Keep Drawing Your Attention
I am fascinated by the uniqueness of every client and the way they see the world. I am intrigued by people's capacity for kindness, empathy, and compassion, even after experiencing profound hurt and trauma.
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What's My Story
I am a second-generation immigrant from a Chinese family. I understand how one's culture can shape their understanding of mental health, and thus, their relationship with themselves. This fostered in me a deep curiosity about how people are shaped by their relationships, their experiences, and the world around them. I have come to realize that everyone has their own unique story, and deserves to live their life the way they want to. As a therapist, I carry these cultural understandings with me as I hope to help clients feel seen and heard.
Music has taught me the power of words, and the power of having a conversation. Growing up, I studied piano and voice, but developed a hobby in songwriting as well. Music gave me the room to be honest with my emotions and have a conversation with myself. Similarly, my work with clients has taught me the therapeutic value of these conversations where emotions are welcomed, and creative reflection is encouraged. Writing a song reminds me of the work that my clients and I collaborate on, as I support them in authoring their own story.