Welcome

Discover how the rhythmic cadence of life, harmonized with our co-regulated nervous systems, serves as a foundation to ground, soften, and strengthen your inner knowing.

Reignite your spark

Embark on an enlivening journey with regular online therapy, using evidence-based experiential treatment to foster mindful curiosity and renewed hope.

Discover the value of online therapy.

Heal from your past

Access clinical expertise in the latest trauma therapy approaches that help you effectively name, process, and lessen the daily impacts of past harm.

Discover trauma-informed therapy.

Explore your gender

Learn to thoughtfully investigate and mindfully accept your identity, drawing from lived experiences and advanced training in gender-affirming care.

Explore gender transition support.

The Transformative Alchemy of Relational Connection

In a world often fragmented by disconnection and adversity, the nuanced relationship between therapist and client emerges as a transformative space. It's more than mere interaction; it's an alchemical partnership. This relational realm becomes a powerful crucible, where the elements of trust, insight, and compassionate attunement meld together to facilitate extraordinary change. Through this synchronized collaboration, we unravel the complexities entwining your emotional and neurological well-being, transmute the burdens weighing down your heart, and recalibrate your inner compass to guide you towards your authentic self.

UNITED FOR YOUR MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING: INTRODUCING A COLLABORATIVE HEALING APPROACH

Hi, I’m Clayre (she/they). My clinical focus is on trauma therapy—both critical incident and developmental—for adults at any age and stage of life. As a trans, queer, and visually impaired Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), my professional and personal missions are aligned in the pursuit of collective healing. My aim is to help you to free yourself from the daily impacts of worry, upset, or past harm.

Backed by specialized training, ongoing practitioner mentorship, and years of clinical experience in Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, my approach offers a uniquely balanced and well-attuned clinical practice for neurobiologically-informed experiential therapy. I blend psychoeducational tools and the latest processing methods to help you stabilize in the present, process your past, and creating a more joyous future.

My steadfast commitment to 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy, antiracism and anti-oppression work, and disability justice is woven into the fabric of all that I do. I’m deeply invested in envisioning a more equitable and just mental health future. I believe lasting transformation arises from the co-creation of community care and collective healing practices.

Join me in creating a space that centres your restoration, transformation, and liberation.

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Clayre Sessoms, MCP-AT (she/they)

BC | BCACC | Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) #18118
AB | ACTA | Counselling Therapist (CT) #2035
Canada | Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) #10006504
Canada | CATA | Professional Art Therapist
ON | CRPO | Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) #13869

Gender-Affirming Care and Your Mental Health

Quality gender-affirming healthcare includes mental health support. My online therapy blends mental health services and trans* care best practices, assisting with gender transition intricacies. Together, we’ll address emotional, social, and practical aspects, building a foundation for coming out, navigating changes, and living your best life.

Explore the new era of transgender healthcare with the revised Standards of Care 8

Hormone Therapy Assessment: When to Seek Support

Hormone therapy assessments may be covered or free, but consulting an experienced gender therapist can be valuable. I offer thoughtful guidance on starting HRT, exploring impacts on relationships and career, and making informed decisions. My approach prioritizes mental health and wellbeing throughout and beyond your gender transition.

Learn about gender-affirming hormones and the assessment process.

IMPORTANT DETAILS FOR WORKING TOGETHER

Appointments

Your therapy sessions may be booked online. This requires you to create a free Jane App account.

Frequency

We meet weekly or bi-weekly to get to the root cause without delay. I do not offer monthly sessions.

Cancellations

The full session fee is required when cancelling or rescheduling less than 24 hours before your session.

Insurance

I issue a receipt by email for you to submit for reimbursement. I do not directly bill insurers. 

Fees

$190 per 50-minute individual therapy session and $304 per 80-minute individual therapy session.

Low-cost Therapy

25% of my practice is low-cost, and my waitlist is full. View my resources page for other local options.

YOU'RE READY FOR THE NEXT STEP

You know yourself, you've been on Reddit, and you've likely been to therapy before, and now you're ready to take that next step toward change, growth, or healing. Engage in deeper exploration and targeted therapies to transition toward a present, more connected life.