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Areas of Focus
Arches Counselling has professional therapists who focus on many different aspects of mental health, relationship, school and identity for children, youth and adults.
We compassionately and curiously navigate your history and context, curating a therapeutic relationship that honors your future hopes and fosters healing.
Relationship Challenges
Therapy provides couples with a supportive space to address communication breakdowns and underlying issues, fostering empathy and understanding between partners.
Neurodivergent affirming counselling is a specialized approach that supports the unique experiences of neurodivergent life. An environment to support unmasking and acceptance. Counseling thatrespectfully acknowledges the challenges that is encountered with difference, and affirms your dignity.
Gender Identity
Gender identity is a deeply personal aspect of who you are, encompassing the internal sense of being male, female, a blend of both, neither, or anywhere along the gender spectrum. Understanding and expressing you that leads to well being.
Arches Counselling helps people with PTSD gently and effectively process traumatic experiences, facilitating healing and symptom management.
Grief
Grief counselling is a compassionate avenue for processing the complex emotions associated with loss, providing support and strategies to help individuals navigate through their bereavement journey towards healing. Embrace this supportive space to find solace and regain gradual balance.
Through empathetic guidance and practical interventions, our therapist assist individuals in coping with overwhelming emotions, identifying solutions, and accessing necessary resources.
Parenting Challenges
There is still no manual and each kid is different. The changes in society are putting new demands on us and our children. Out team focuses on attachment, connection and communication. Guidance and strategies with a collaborative team to support siblings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Therapy?
Therapy, also known as psychotherapy or counseling, is a process designed to help individuals understand and resolve problems, modify behavior, and make positive changes in their lives through communication with a trained professional.
How do I know if I need therapy?
If you’re experiencing emotional distress, persistent feelings of sadness or anxiety, facing difficult life challenges, or struggling with relationship issues that you find hard to cope with on your own, it might be beneficial to seek therapy.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of counselling sessions depends on your unique needs and goals. Some issues can be addressed through short-term counselling over a few weeks. Other issues might require longer-term commitment before improvement is seen. You and your counsellor will discuss the appropriate course of treatment for your specific situation.
What can I expect in a counselling session?
A typical counselling session is 50 minutes long where you talk about your concerns and feelings with a trained professional. The counsellor will listen to you, help you make sense of your situation, offer perspectives, and suggest potential solutions. They may also give you activities or homework to help you apply what you’ve talked about in the sessions to your daily life.
How can counselling help me?
Counselling can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, body image issues and creative blocks. Many people also find that counsellors can be a tremendous asset in managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life.
Is everything I say confidential?
Yes, confidentiality is a fundamental component of counselling. Generally, everything discussed in your sessions is strictly confidential and cannot be shared without your written permission. However, there are some legal exceptions to this rule which your counsellor should discuss with you during your first session.
Does therapy really work?
Many people find therapy helpful for a variety of issues. Its effectiveness can depend on factors such as the therapist-client relationship, the type of therapy used, and the client’s willingness to engage in the process.
How long does therapy take?
The length of therapy can vary widely among individuals. Some issues can be addressed in a short-term framework, while more complex problems may require long-term therapy. It depends on the goals set by you and your therapist.
If you would like to ask a question we didn’t cover, please contact our office.
What Our Clients Have to Say
All testimonials are used with permission.
“How life changing our work together has been. Akeiko has been and extraordinary advocate for change in the mental health system when it felt horribly impossible for me to access care. She has given me the safest space to bloom as a person in the midst of BPD and i am so grateful for the visual expression I’ve found in art burst.”
“I came to the realization that I was an undiagnosed autistic adult about a year before I started at Arches Counselling. However, there was always self doubt to this realization. I was constantly wondering if I was actually autistic or if I was making it up. Speaking with Akeiko at Arches really helped me learn a lot about myself and realize that my autistic experiences were valid. My experiences with counselling also helped me accept myself for who I am and who I’ve been the whole time. It’s not and easy process to reevaluate your entire life with a new lens and perspective, but having a safe space at Arches where I can discuss however I am feeling without judgment (and gain new, more hopeful perspectives) has been an extraordinary experience that has been invaluable to me.”
“Akeiko Rawn, of Arches Counselling and Consulting has made a remarkable impact in the lives of two of my children and therefore contributed to the health and vibrancy of our family as a whole. She pours herself into her roles as both therapist and consultant. She has a gift for connecting with youth and is a passionate and outspoken ally for neurodivergent youth. Akeiko helps empower youth to see themselves in a positive way, outside the realm of pathology. I would highly recommend Arches Counselling and Consulting to anyone seeking a skilled therapist for themselves or one of their children.”
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~ Alan Watts