Marcia Moitoso

About Marcia

I specialize in working with people affected by trauma, addictions, anxiety, sexual concerns, and relationship issues. Many of my clients come in with a combination of concerns or a vague sense that something is off. My goal is to help you discover and safely let go of what’s holding you back from living the life you want and deserve. Every person has the qualities and strengths within them to live a fulfilling, connected and meaningful life. In counselling, we will illuminate your strengths and we will gently transform and/or let go of the pain that brought you here. Your wellness is my priority and I will always tailor my approach to fit your unique goals.

I use Emotion Focused Therapy as well as CBT, DBT and mindfulness/somatic-based techniques. Our bodily sensations, emotions, thoughts, and behaviours are always trying to communicate something. By gently learning to tune in to these processes, I will help you learn to build resources to balance and manage what is no longer working for you.

I first experienced counselling as a client, so I know that it can feel daunting to begin seeing a new counsellor. It takes courage to reach out, the fact that you’re here shows that you are resilient and you have the capacity to make change with some help. If you have questions, I offer free consultations which we can arrange for over email.

[COVID-19 Update] I offer online counselling options using secure Jane.app software, as well as phone counselling. I really recommend trying online counselling during this time, it is often just as effective as meeting in-person and some people find they like it even more than counselling in-person. As we navigate Covid-19, I am also offering more sliding scale options as finances are affected for many. Please contact me if you have any questions about sliding scale.

This is a difficult time for many. The Covid-19 crisis can affect our mental health in many ways. I’m here to help you to navigate these new and challenging times.