Psychotherapy is a place where shame can step back. It provides a container capable of holding the entirety of us. It is a place where present experiences meet past ones. Where shadows meet sunlight and can be transformed. Therapy provides a space to explore old and new emotions. It is a place where you can put down your pain. Together we hold the process.

How I Work

A therapeutic relationship begins with an historical journey. I will ask questions and explore as we get to know each other. This can take some time. It is important to move at a pace that is comfortable for you, because beginning a new therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming.

It is beneficial for the process to get to know each of my clients well. Once there is a good foundation of understanding, I will entrust you to direct the work wherever it needs to go.

My mind often produces colourful images and associations which I like to bring into the work. The image of a ride on a ferris wheel or of a canoe bobbing in middle of the ocean may emerge as we talk. Sharing relevant imagery allows us to travel together in the reveries. This can also be helpful in dream work.

I believe that therapy is beneficial for those experiencing troubling emotions and for those who struggle with accessing emotions. Our truest selves reside in the nuances between.

I currently offer virtual sessions only.

About Me

My own experience in psychotherapy has expanded my awareness in all aspects of my everyday life. I feel privileged to do this work to guide my clients in an exploration of their inner lives through self reflection and excavation.

I value the role the unconscious mind plays in our everyday lives. Therapy involves integrating our youngest selves through adolescence and into adulthood.

I am fascinated by my clients’ uniqueness and am honoured by the therapeutic alliance that is created over the course of a therapy.

My practice is diverse and inclusive. I have a strong affinity for those struggling with ‘food trauma’ and disordered eating and appreciate the impact it can have on a person’s life. As a parent of 3, I recognize the challenges of loving and caring for others when care was insufficient in one’s own childhood.

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The First Step

I offer a complimentary 30-min introduction meeting, which allows us to get a sense of each other.

You may contact me at mpschrauwers@gmail.com to arrange a conversation.

I offer a complimentary 30-min introduction meeting, which allows us to get a sense of each other.

You may contact me at mpschrauwers@gmail.com to arrange a conversation.