Our Approach
"Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but you are not the rain."
Matt Haig
Our Approach
At NKA Counselling and Consulting Inc., our approach is centered around you – your needs, your experiences, and your journey towards healing. We believe in providing a holistic and uniquenly personalized therapeutic experience that respects and values your unique story.
We’re Client-Centered and Focus on Your Strengths
We view each client as the expert of their own life. Our role is to support you in discovering and building upon your inherent strengths. By focusing on your capabilities and resilience, we empower you to navigate challenges and achieve personal growth
We Embrace Vulnerability
We understand that embracing vulnerability can be challenging, but it is also a powerful catalyst for growth and healing. As Iyanla Vanzant wisely said, "Your willingness to look at your darkness is what empowers your change." We provide a safe space where you can explore your shortcomings, wounds, and fears and find strength in them.
We Provide an Inclusive and Compassionate Environment
Our practice is committed to being non-judgmental and anti-oppressive. We acknowledge and address the various forms of systemic oppression that may impact your life, such as racism, sexism, ablism, and classism. By creating an inclusive and culturally sensitive environment, we strive to ensure that all clients feel respected, listened to, and understood.
We Encourage Collaboration and Lifelong Learning
We believe in the power of collaboration. Therapy is a co-created process, where we work together to find the best path forward. Additionally, we are committed to lifelong learning, continually updating our skills and knowledge to provide the highest quality of care.
We Believe in Your Potential to Attain Comprehensive and Integrative Well-Being
We recognize that mental health is closely linked to physical and emotional well-being. Our holistic approach considers all aspects of your life, including lifestyle, nutrition, exercise, sleep, and social connections. We may integrate mindfulness techniques, relaxation exercises, and stress management strategies across your professional and personal activities to support your overall wellness.
Our Integrated Therapeutic Practices
Our approach is grounded in evidence-based practices.
Some of the key modalities we use include:
Narrative Therapy
We guide you in finding, and telling, your own story in a positive way that reframes setbacks, challenges, and traumas in a way that promotes growth.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
We help you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
We emphasize your strengths and resources, focusing on solutions and goals.
Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
We Consider your issues within the context of your family dynamics.
Mindfulness Techniques
We incorporate mindfulness practices to enhance self-awareness and improve emotional regulation.