Specializations

 Depression is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable. Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. 

 Grief is a multifaceted response to loss, particularly to the loss of someone or something that has died, to which a bond or affection was formed. We can help you overcome these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing.

Anxiety is your body's natural response to stress. It's a feeling of fear or apprehension about what's to come. The first day of school, going to a job interview, or giving a speech may cause most people to feel fearful and nervous.  Anxiety is a natural body response but sometimes it can become problematic and begin to interfere with daily life.  Some patients experience symptoms such as: nausea, panic attacks and ruminating about the past or excessive worry of the future.  Psychotherapy has been found  to be quite helpful in reducing these symptoms.

Counseling is an essential part of addiction treatment for many people. Using treatment modalities such as Motivation Interviewing which have been proven to be beneficial to individuals who are looking to change the pattern of substance use. Therapy sessions are held in a supportive place to discuss issues and solutions to assist you along your journey to recovery.   

Chronic pain is often defined as any pain lasting more than 12 weeks. Whereas acute pain is a normal sensation that alerts us to possible injury, chronic pain is very different. Other health problems, such as fatigue, sleep disturbance, decreased appetite, and mood changes, often accompany chronic pain.  Patients require an approach that allows them to talk about their pain and feel supported while simultaneously being nudged to develop a meaningful life alongside their pain. Solace Therapy is partnered with One Wellness Group, a team of registered massage therapist and chiropractors and other skilled health professionals  trained to work with pain and promote healing. 

Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances.  Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. 

 Stress occurs fairly often in life, but high levels of stress can have a negative effect on physical and mental health.  It is experienced as thoughts and feelings as well as in the body. Another way to define stress could be as an internal and conditioned response to external pressures. Talk therapy has shown to help people reduce and manage their stress. Therapy can also help work through other mental health issues that have developed while coping with high levels of stress over a period of time.  .