Hi, I'm Rachel​!

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I’m the therapist behind Sun & Sand Counselling Services.​

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If you’ve landed here, you might be looking for support, a place to sort through what’s been weighing on you, or simply someone who will listen without judgment. However you’ve arrived, I’m glad you’re here.

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At the heart of my practice is connection. I want therapy to feel like a place where you can show up just as you are - without pressure to have everything figured out or to be anything other than yourself. I follow your lead, moving at a pace that feels right for you, with curiosity, compassion, and respect.

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​For the past eight years, I’ve worked with and in First Nations communities in Northwestern Ontario. This work continues to shape how I practice as a therapist and has deepened my approach to listening, relationships, and meeting each person with humility and genuine care. It also inspired me to create Sun & Sand Counselling, with a focus on increasing access to counselling through virtual therapy.​

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I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). My work is informed by my clinical training, lived experience, and a deep appreciation for the complexities of being human.

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Outside of work, I’m usually spending time with my family, enjoying a good coffee, or finding reasons to be outdoors. I love spending time with my son and staying busy with sports, gardening, and the occasional project around the house. These simple parts of life help keep me grounded.​

 

My Approach​

I provide a warm, supportive, and confidential space where you can feel seen and heard. We’ll explore your experiences, thoughts, and emotions at a pace that feels right for you.

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I draw on approaches including Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, and EMDR, tailoring our work to your needs and what feels most important to you. 

 

Areas of Focus

Anxiety

Depression

Grief & Loss

Life Transitions

Parenting & Co-Parenting

Relationships

Trauma

Self-Esteem

Stress Management

Youth Mental Wellness

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​Finding the right therapist matters. My hope is that you feel comfortable being yourself and know that you’ll be met with compassion, respect, and genuine care.

 

Whoever you are and wherever you’re starting from, you are welcome here.