Growing up in a Caribbean environment, even as a child I questioned the dynamics I had seen between parents and children - the unspoken rule of showing respect to an adult by agreeing with whatever they’d ask. Any hesitation, non conforming behavior, or expressing disagreement would be seen as “talking back”. I always wondered why adults “got to say things and kids didn’t”. Witnessing those interactions, I recalled moments when also I didn’t feel seen, heard, or understood. 

Having experienced similar situations, there have been times where I’ve had difficulty putting words to my feelings, effectively communicating them, being assertive and setting boundaries. The work I’ve done as a client and the training I have received to be a therapist have allowed me to gain a deeper understanding on human interactions and how to foster quality communication and maintain fulfilling relationships. 

In my practice, I incorporate components from different therapeutic interventions that have been proven effective. Some of the most common approaches I used are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Client-Centered Therapy.