Transitions into new life chapters can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or uncertain about the path ahead. You do not have to navigate these challenges alone.

My name is Alison Coombs, and I am a mother of three, a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology student, and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) completing my practicum with Life With a Baby (LWAB). LWAB is a non-profit organization that offers free perinatal mental health services, educational workshops, and peer support to parents.

My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where we can work together to better understand your experiences, build upon your strengths, and support you in creating meaningful change.

Before pursuing counselling, I spent nearly a decade working in the social services field, supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. I also facilitated psychoeducational and peer support groups for parents and for individuals living with pelvic floor and bladder health concerns. In addition, I have lived experience navigating chronic illness, which has further deepened my appreciation for and commitment to client centered, evidence-based, and compassionate care.

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Some of the areas I support individuals in navigating within a therapy context include reproductive challenges, perinatal mental health, parenting challenges, pelvic health, and chronic health concerns. I also support individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and other challenges that can arise throughout parenthood.

I take an eclectic approach to counselling, drawing from modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Person-Centred Therapy, Parts Work, and Self-Compassion approaches.

I believe that each person is unique, and therefore therapy is tailored to your individual values, needs, and goals.

I look forward to walking alongside you, as you work towards the life you want to create.

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