Kirsten Reid

Would you like help to find some relief and an overall sense of lightness?

Whether you believe your life challenges to be major or minor ones, including a specific event or a reoccurring problem pattern that you want help with to enable change, we can work together on your journey to reach a state of optimal functioning. I believe that all people possess the strength to push through even the most difficult times and learn from their experiences.

My goal as your counsellor is to be a compassionate companion, walking alongside you on your journey of healing and growth. I am in my office when you need me, as well as offering telehealth - phone & virtual video counselling. 

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) holding an M.A. in Counselling Psychology. I will bring to our sessions a current perspective on today's counselling approaches, along with a passion to help you move beyond feeling stuck, while staying true to your core values and goals.  After a successful 25+ year career in corporate sales and business development, where my strength consistently lay in listening deeply and building meaningful client relationships, I returned to graduate school to expand my knowledge and clinical competencies.  This next chapter builds on what I've always valued most: authentic connection and helping others to thrive.

Teens, adults, and couples who are facing a variety of challenges in their lives are my focus, including major life transitions for family members through loss, separation, divorce, and adjusting to a newly blended family. Other areas of focus include managing anxiety and developing effective coping mechanisms, better techniques for handling depressive symptoms, exploring the effects of childhood emotional neglect and the dynamics relating to individuals with narcissistic tendencies.

I value working with couples who would like to strengthen communication, rebuild trust and overcome ruptures, and deepen emotional and sexual intimacy - so they can reconnect and enjoy their relationship more fully. 

Teens face unique challenges while navigating the high school years, including pressures around schoolwork, post-secondary preparation, friend social groups, and exploring introductions to sexuality, drugs and alcohol. I see my role as a trusted support person to provide psychoeducation and to explore options and possible outcomes from decisions made.

 I will bring empathy, a sense of humour, and an open heart to our collaborative sessions.

I look forward to connecting with you during a free 15 - 20 minute consultation by phone or virtually.