Welcome to the Psychotherapy practice of Tara Dwyer.

Relationships are a key aspect of our experience in the world, whether that is with our family members, our partners, our friends, our colleagues, or our neighbours.  They can be our greatest source of comfort and also our biggest source of distress, and sometimes both at the same time!  Children grow and grow up, parents age, friendships move through different stages, and work cultures change.  As we grow and change over time, so do our relationships, and this can be confusing and tricky to navigate.  

We are also living in uncertain times.  In some ways our society is progressing rapidly with increasing knowledge, access, and advancements.  In other ways it feels like our society struggles not to move backwards.  In some ways the pandemic united us in the feeling that “we are all in this together”, but in other cases it revealed significant value differences and fractured connections.  As we hope the worst is behind us, we may be feeling uncertain about what is next.  We continue to adjust to new norms as we question, reject, or mourn the way that things used to be.  There is an overall increase in feelings of stress and anxiety in our communities, and we have discovered that some of the people around us have different ideas about what to do to keep healthy and safe, and what to prioritize.  All of this can challenge even the most resilient person. 

As you look ahead in your own life, what are your goals for the future, and what losses or changes are you processing? Talking things through in therapy can help comfort you, ground you, and inspire you.

I can provide a safe connection where you can share your concerns and your struggles about your personal relationships, your family, your work, and your self. I will listen to you with my full attention, and I will help you to deepen your understanding of yourself to define goals for your future. I will support you through these difficult times and the process of making and living through change.

Psychotherapy is a designated time that you set aside for yourself to focus on your specific concerns.  A therapy session is an opportunity for you to prioritize your own mental health and emotional well-being.  In these times of unprecedented change and uncertainty about the future, more than ever we need to take care of ourselves and find ways to progress from surviving to thriving.  In the midst of hardship, every day I hear stories of people who are working on themselves, caring for others, creating opportunities, and embracing change; you can find a way to bring inspiration into your own life and be part of this too.

If you are struggling or feeling stuck, I hope that you will reach out. Sometimes people find that even a single session can meet their needs, provide some clarity, or shift their perspective on an issue. For others, establishing an ongoing professional connection becomes part of a larger support system that can be accessed on and off as needed over the long term.

I look forward to speaking with you and hearing your story.