Q. I've never heard of individuation. Why should I work with you?
If you're having a hard time, and you're looking for someone capable of actually listening to you, accompanying you as you figure out your own solutions to your own life, then I'm probably a good fit for you.
Q. What does a regular session look like?
You talk. I listen with presence and attention, occasionally rebounding on what you say, thus helping you work through what arises.
Attention is sometimes brought back to the sensations of the body, such as tensions or tightness.
Q. How long do sessions last?
The first free session lasts 30 minutes. Regular sessions last about 60 minutes.
Q. How many sessions will I need?
Depends on what you're working through, and the level of help you want.
Sometimes just the free session is enough.
Q. How frequent should sessions be?
Again: depends on what you're working through, and the help you want.
You can have occasional sessions if you like, booking them as you see fit.
For sustained work, either weekly, every two weeks or once a month are all good options.
We can figure that out in your first free session.
Q. What's the average waiting time?
I usually respond to emails within 72 hours; sessions themselves depend on availability, with waiting times of about 1-2 weeks (though we can book longer in advance if you want).
Q. I want to book an emergency session, is that possible?
Booking a session with less than 72 hours notice is possible in certain cases, as long as I receive your message in time and have available slots.
Note: a 300$ surcharge will apply to such sessions.
Q. USD, CAD, AUD?
All prices are in Canadian dollars.
Q. What payments do you accept?
Paypal or bank transfers/interac.
Q. Are the sessions in person? Video calls?
Video calls for now. I will send you a link when we've set up your meeting.
Q. What languages are the sessions in?
Either English or French, at your preference.
Q. I need to cancel a session, what do I do?
Just drop me an email, with at least 24 hours notice.
Please note: sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will require payment, same as if you had attended, except for severe emergencies (hospitalization, car accidents, etc.)
Q. Are you a licensed counsellor?
No. I use the word "counsellor" because it's a good description of what I do, i.e. offer counsel based on my personal experience, mostly by being attentive to you. I claim nothing more.
Q. Do you have any formal training at all?
I have been trained in the following: shamanism, traditional healing, herbal medicine, Reiki, and probably some others I'm forgetting.
None of it is recognized by the medical profession.
All of it informs my practice, but does not constitute it. I.e.: it helped shape who I am, but rarely comes up.
Q. Can you cure X medical condition?
I am not a licensed medical practitioner, and I don't claim to replace one in any way. I don't give diagnostics, or any of that stuff.
However, I can definitely accompany you through whatever it is you're going through, and offer support with any emotional issues that may be coming up.
Q. What about PTSD?
Much of it I can help you with, some of it I can't (such as certain specific stages of somatic experiencing work). We can discuss this in your free consultation if you like.
Q. What is individuation?
It's a very complex, long and painful process where your conscious and subconscious mind learn to work together. Tends to be accompanied by lots of intense events in your life. Usually starts somewhere between your thirties and fifties. Some people go through it, some don't.
It's a natural process initiated by the subconscious itself.
Q. Does this imply any shamanism/magick/woowoo stuff?
I have a personal shamanic practice, and I practiced ceremonial magick for many years. While this is part of my own journey, it doesn't need to be part of yours. In most people's sessions it never need come up, though we can certainly discuss this if you feel called to it.
Q. This is against my religion/I'm an Atheist.
Shouldn't matter in the actual sessions. You're the star of this show.
If you're not sure, just get the free session. That will give you a good idea if we're a good fit.
Q. My life is hell.
This too shall pass.
Q. Is it worth it?
Yes.