
About
A helpful, trusting relationship with your therapist is built over time, but it can help to know some things about your therapist before you begin. So if you're curious about my philosophy, training, or areas of expertise, this page is for you.
Holistic
I view you as a whole person, and my therapy approach will consider emotional, mental, bodily, spiritual, social, relationship, and living-spaces dynamics.
Strengths based
You are so much more than the distress that is bringing you to therapy. In fact, I believe you are your own best news, and it's my job to highlight your strengths and help you access them more.
Trauma informed
Trauma changes things. My approach to therapy recognizes the potential impact of past traumatic experiences on present-day functioning. I prioritize safety, trust, and collaboration, and seek to empower clients to work through their trauma in supportive and compassionate ways.
Collaborative
While I am an expert in behavioural and psychological science, I believe that you are the expert in your own life. Together, we can uncover ways to help you help yourself. Through collaborative effort, we can discover a process of change that’s right for you.
Emotions focused
Emotions are an integral part of the human experience, and they play a vital role in the therapeutic process. By bringing awareness to your emotions, you can learn from them, and develop greater resilience and coping skills. Through this process, you can gain greater self-awareness and a deeper connection with your inner wisdom.
Balanced
I'm here to help you find immediate help, but also to develop lasting change.

Let's be in touch
You can email me directly at alisa@alisadonaldson.com,
or better yet, click here to schedule a free 15-minute consultation call with me.
Talk with you soon!
