Leigha Walsh
she/her/hers

We all have hopes, dreams, and goals for ourselves but being human means we may also have our

share of difficult life experiences that can steer us away from our hoped for path. These difficult 

experiences can alter how we view ourselves and others, and they can taint our perception 

of our own hopes, dreams, and goals. But these experiences do not need to define us and 

our lives. Rather, they can serve as guiding lights through your life journey.

 

When these experiences happen earlier in life, as they did for me, picturing what your adult life will look like might not be within reach. You might even begin setting goals that are exceedingly unrealistic, placing undue pressure on yourself. But with the support of caring others, such 

as therapists, family, and friends, you can situate your difficult experiences within the 

context of your life and unearth your path forward. For me, engaging in counselling was a big 

part of envisioning my path forward. It allowed me to process what had happened,

leading to a deeper understanding of myself and an enhanced confidence in my ability to

move forward. 

 

Now, as a therapist, I strive to be that ‘caring other’ and create a therapeutic space that is

both compassionate and safe. I take an eclectic approach to ensure, regardless of who 

you are or your life experiences, you feel seen and heard. It would my greatest 

honor to join you in discovering the guiding lights in your difficult life experiences and your

inner strengths and wisdom to cope with the impacts of these experiences. Let's envision the path forward together.