Isis Essery
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) | CC-PMH
Welcome. I'm Isis (she/her), a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Certified Perinatal Counsellor with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and a passion for supporting individuals and families through the complexities of the perinatal period - from fertility challenges and loss to pregnancy, birth trauma, postpartum, and parenting challenges. I believe you deserve a therapist who understands this unique period in your life.
I come to this practice as a parent with my own struggles and journey through parenting. As a recovering perfectionist, I have a special interest in working with other new parents who are trying to do the best they can for their children while navigating anxiety, low mood, overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, disconnection and the relentless demands of the unachievable perfect parenting/mothering culture.
Coming from a background in neuroscience and art, I love finding ways to help my clients heal and grow through the integration of science, mind/body awareness and creative expression. My counselling is founded on empathy, respect, and authenticity. I offers a range of modalities, including Psychodynamic (talk therapy), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Art Therapy.
If you think I might be the right person to support you, please email me at isis@bloomyk.ca to book a free 15-minute meet and greet phone appointment. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Humanistic Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Expressive Art Therapy
The Flash Technique
Internal Family Systems
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Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology | Yorkville University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology | University of Guelph
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Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health (CC-PMH) | Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Training
Birth and Reproductive Trauma Certificate | Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Training
Perinatal Greif and Loss Certificate | Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Training
Internal Family Systems for Perinatal Populations | Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Training
Untangling Reproductive & Perinatal Trauma: The Zentangle® Approach to the Flash Technique
Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy Advanced Training | Postpartum Support International
Maternal Mental Health Certificate | Postpartum Support International
Neuroscience, Psychology & Somatics Meditation Teacher Training Certificate | Yoga MCC