Specialized Counselling & Individualized Care
Every person brings a unique set of experiences, strengths, and challenges to counselling. My first priority is to listen openly, understand your concerns, and gently explore the factors contributing to them.
Together, we will clarify your goals and develop a personalized treatment plan suited to your unique needs. By integrating evidence-based approaches, I will help you build practical skills, deepen self-understanding, and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence.
Portia Dahl, MA, CCAC
Canadian Clinical Counsellor
514-754-9944
info@firstlightcounselling.ca | www.firstlightcounselling.ca
Individual Therapy
The goal of individual therapy is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can openly discuss the concerns that brought you to counselling, better understand your thoughts and emotions, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and to others.
The aim is to help you achieve what you value most in life, whether that is greater inner peace, emotional balance, stronger relationships, increased confidence, resilience, or a stronger sense of purpose and control over your life.
Couples Therapy
The goal of couples therapy is to provide a respectful, balanced, and collaborative space where both partners feel heard, understood, and supported. Drawing on the Gottman Method and other evidence-based approaches, sessions focus on strengthening communication, understanding relationship patterns, navigating conflict, rebuilding trust where appropriate, and supporting you in making thoughtful, informed decisions about the future of your relationship.
The aim is to help you work toward the relationship goals you both value most, whether that involves strengthening your relationship, navigating a period of uncertanity, or separating with greater understanding, cooperation, respect, and compassion.
Group Therapy
The goal of group therapy is to extend the benefits of individual counselling by providing opportunities for continued learning, shared experiences, and meaningful connection with others who may be facing similar challenges. Complimentary groups are available to clients who wish to participate, helping to provide continuity of care between sessions, reinforce skills learned in therapy, and foster a supportive community throughout the healing process.
The aim is to ensure healing and personal growth continue beyond the counselling session through ongoing support, shared learning, and meaningful connection, so you never have to feel you are navigating life's challenges alone.