Mental Health Concerns I Work With

Feeling unsure about who you are or where you’re headed can be deeply unsettling, especially during your 20s and 30s. Many young adults I work with describe feeling lost, torn between different versions of themselves, or unsure of what they truly want. You might be questioning your values, your relationships, your career path, or the expectations placed on you by family, culture or society.

In therapy, we create space to explore these questions with curiosity rather than pressure. Together, we look at the stories you've carried, the parts of you that feel conflicted, and the inner voice that’s ready to emerge. Through grounding, reflective dialogue and somatic awareness, you can develop a clearer, more authentic sense of identity: one that feels aligned and genuine to you.

Perfectionism often looks like having high standards, being reliable, or wanting to do things “right”, but inside, it can feel exhausting. Many young adults I work with are constantly striving, overthinking, or worrying about disappointing others. You might push yourself until you burn out, struggle to rest without feeling guilty, or feel like nothing you do is ever quite enough.

In therapy, we explore the roots of your perfectionism with compassion. Together, we can uncover the beliefs that drive this pressure, soothe your nervous system which has you on high alert, and build a kinder, more grounded inner voice. Through talk therapy, somatic awareness and mindfulness, I can help you loosen the grip of perfectionism and develop a healthier, more sustainable relationship with yourself, your goals and your worth.

Relationship challenges for young adults and high achievers can show up as difficulty setting boundaries, emotional fatigue, repeated conflicts, or feeling disconnected from the people you care about. Many young adults I work with notice patterns in friendships, romantic relationships, or family dynamics that leave them frustrated, anxious, or unsure how to navigate connection.

In therapy, we create space to understand your relational patterns, improve communication, and build strategies for healthier connection. Through reflection, skill-building, and exploring underlying emotions, we help you develop relationships that feel more supportive, balanced, and fulfilling over time.

Anxiety can show up as constant worry, racing thoughts, tension in your body, or a feeling that you’re always “on.” Many young adults I work with describe feeling overwhelmed, easily overstimulated, or stuck in cycles of overthinking and self-pressure. Even when things look fine on the outside, your mind may be spinning with what-ifs, worries about the future, or fear of letting others down.

In therapy, we create space to slow down and understand what your anxiety is trying to protect you from. Through a blend of talk therapy, somatic awareness and grounding practices, we help your nervous system settle, build emotional regulation skills, and challenge the patterns that keep you stuck. Over time, anxiety becomes less of a constant background noise and more of a signal you can work with, rather than something that controls you.

If you struggle to say no to others and yes to yourself, you may identify as a people pleaser. People-pleasing can feel rewarding at first, but over time it often leads to emotional burnout, stress, resentment, or feeling disconnected from your own needs. Many young adults find that saying “yes” has become so automatic that they no longer recognize what they truly feel, think, want, or need.

In therapy, we explore the deeper patterns driving your people-pleasing behaviours. Together, we’ll look at your relationship dynamics, help you reconnect with your authentic needs and desires, and build confidence in setting healthy boundaries. My approach integrates relational warmth with somatic therapy and mindfulness-based tools, supporting both your mind and body as you move toward greater clarity, energy, and a stronger sense of self.

Low self-esteem can show up as self-doubt, harsh self-criticism, people-pleasing, or feeling like you’re never enough. Many young adults I work with describe feeling stuck trying to meet expectations - both their own and others’ - and struggling to trust their own judgment or value.

In therapy, we create space to explore where these beliefs come from and how they impact your daily life. Through reflection, cognitive work, and practices that build self-compassion, we help you strengthen a sense of worth that feels authentic and resilient. Over time, self-esteem becomes less about constant self-evaluation and more about living in alignment with your values and confidence in yourself.