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Becoming a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) in Nova Scotia: Expanding My Private Practice and My Commitment to Inclusive Care

Introduction On March 26, 2024, I achieved a significant professional milestone by becoming a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (NSCCT). This accomplishment represents more than the completion of rigorous academic and clinical standards; it reflects my ongoing commitment to providing safe, ethical, and...
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The Hidden Cost of Holding it All In: Why Expressing Your Feelings is Vital

Sometimes, it feels like the world’s weight is on your shoulders. The emotions you’ve been holding back, the words left unsaid, the experiences you try so hard to forget – all create a difficult burden. I know it’s especially hard when you feel like you constantly need to prove yourself...
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Celebrating a New Milestone: Expanding My Private Practice as a Registered Psychotherapist (RP)

Introduction Becoming a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) is more than just a professional credential—it is a deeply personal milestone that reflects years of dedication and a commitment to providing affirming, accessible care for trans* and queer individuals. After completing my Master’s degree...
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Prioritizing Accessible 2SLGBTQIA+ Affirming Care: How My Practice Supports the Trans* and Queer Community

Why Accessible, Low-Cost Therapy Matters Mental health care is often inaccessible to those who need it most, especially in marginalized communities where financial and systemic barriers make it seem like an unattainable luxury. For trans*, queer, and disabled individuals like myself, the process of securing adequate support can be fraught...
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Creating Virtual Safe Havens: Online Therapy as a Lifeline for Trans, Nonbinary, and Gender-Expansive Adults and Older Teens

Introduction When I was a teenager, the world around me felt heavy and confusing. I couldn’t quite find the words to explain what was happening inside me. But I found something extraordinary—an open door, a glowing portal to a world where others understood what I couldn’t yet articulate. I turned...
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