Hi, I’M Sondra Marcon
Solo parent to 2 fierce beings and one fur baby. I started my career a million years ago in child and youth counselling, then as a family intervention counsellor, working with youth, individuals, and parents to navigate family breakdowns. I loved the work AND became acutely aware of how early interactions with our children can greatly impact their relationships with others for the rest of their lives. I sought more for myself and those I worked alongside. So, along came doula work and advancing my counselling skills to support people in the transition to parenthood and all that that entailed.
I have had a lot of education and training over the years and if you want more information I am happy to share. However, what I believe is most important is that you feel connected and supported by who I am.
So who am I?
I am a deeply intuitive, compassionate and sarcastic human raising 2 beings later in life than I planned and learning more than I ever expected. I love a good TV show and french fries with equal enthusiasm. I believe that you matter and are capable,with support and a safer space, of coming to whatever solution you need, even if you don’t want it. I am half woo and the other half swear words and would love to connect with you however you see fit.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and I am licensed by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) as well as, a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
My lived experiences make me a better therapist.
Just like you, I have intersecting identities: I’m a daughter, granddaughter, partner, friend, colleague, lover, teacher, therapist, and many other roles. With intersecting identities come navigating systems, priorities and relationships.
I had my first panic attack at 15 years old behind the cash register at my place of work and spent the subsequent 15 years struggling with anxiety in silence, fear, and shame. I found solace in therapy, my community, family, and friends.
It took me a long time to find my path forward. I hope that our work in your healing journey is one part of the solution that helps you find yours.
My guiding principles
I am guided by four core principles that shape my approach to working with clients: compassion, collaboration, empowerment, and humour. Compassion means meeting you where you are at, with a non-judgemental mind and genuine appreciation. Collaboration is key to this work, this is recognition that healing happens in relationships and in the meaningful sharing of power and decision-making. You are in control of your journey. Empowerment is focusing on your internal & external resources and potentials and helping you use these on your journey. Finally, I value humour as a way to break down barriers, relieve tension, and bring levity to difficult or heavy topics.
These principles are at the heart of my practice, and I work tirelessly to uphold them in everything I do.
