Frequently asked questions

No. Many clients come in with a felt sense that something isn't working and no clear language for it. That's enough. We let the work surface what's there.

There is no set number, and any specific promise would be inaccurate. Most people meet weekly at first so the work has continuity, then review together. Some notice shifts after a handful of sessions; patterns rooted in early or complex trauma usually need longer, because a nervous system reads rushing as danger.

Adults in Ontario who function well on the outside and still feel braced, flat, or far from themselves inside. Many have already done therapy and can name their patterns clearly, yet something stays stuck in the body. The work tends to fit people who want somatic, creative, and trauma-informed care rather than a short protocol.

Sessions usually open by noticing what is present in body and mind that day. The work follows what is happening in the body while you talk, alongside what you are saying. When words run out, image, art, and metaphor can come in, drawn from what is already yours. You are met by someone who stays present and engaged, and who shares what they are noticing when it is useful.

This practice does not bill insurance directly. Receipts are provided so most extended health plans can be submitted under mental health benefits. You pay the session fee and submit for reimbursement. Individual sessions are $190. Sliding scale is available for those who qualify, but spots are limited and open up only as current clients finish their work. Payment is due on the day of the session.

You'll get an automatic confirmation with the link to your session on a secure online telehealth platform. No downloads needed. A reminder goes out 24 hours before we meet with the link again.

Book a free 20-minute consultation. It's a chance to talk about what's bringing you here, ask any questions you have, and get a sense of whether working together feels right. There's no commitment after the call.

Most of the people who come here have already done therapy. They can describe what happened, sometimes in detail. But something stays stuck. The work tries to reach the layers underneath the understanding: somatic, creative, nature-based, and spiritual when that fits. We pay attention to what is happening in your body while we talk, not only to what you are saying.

In a first session, you can expect a slower, gentle pace. We begin by orienting to safety: talking about what brings you here, what feels supportive, and what feels like too much. You'll be invited to notice simple body cues and to try a few gentle grounding or regulation exercises, always at a pace you can hold.

Yes. Mariya Garnet is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). The registration number with CRPO is 22667.