Denise Carter

Life can be complicated no matter what your age is. Managing life transitions such as becoming a teenager or young adult, a parent, or change in any life routine can be difficult. You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, addiction, chronic illness, grief, or relationship issues. Traumas and life stressors we experience can affect how we feel, think, and connect with others. I aim to help you connect with yourself and others in a way that makes you feel more content and confident in life.

I've been a social worker for 18+ years, and have a passion for child, youth, and family development. 15+ years of my career have been in a counselling role. This has included therapeutic work with adults, children, youth, and parents (both voluntary and mandated individuals). I've worked within mental health and addiction inpatient programs as well as community service programs. This variety of past counselling roles has provided me with extensive knowledge of mental health, addictions, ADHD, FASD, trauma, parenting, and family dynamics. 

My approach is relational, strength-based, client-centred, and compassionate. I try to understand people within the context of biology, trauma, and family systems.