If you are looking for a therapist who is gentle, compassionate, and authentic but will also challenge you to be your best self, I may be a great fit for you. I incorporate thought-provoking questions, metaphors, and connect you to your values to gain clarity about yourself. I will call you out if your behaviours do not align with your values. We will also share some laughs (dark humour IS allowed in our space) because therapy can be fun and laughter is healing. I use a holistic approach that incorporates body-based techniques because it's true when they say, "The body does not lie." When we feel our heart stop or our stomach drop, that is our body letting us know something needs to be addressed. I truly believe in the intricate and intelligent design of the human body and will help you lean into its wisdom. While some emotions are uncomfortable to feel, they provide a wealth of information that is worth tuning into. It is an honour and privilege to be a psychologist. I would love to walk alongside you in your healing journey.
Change and healing in therapy takes time. There is no such thing as a “quick fix” in therapy. Think of any other treatment, such as physio, waxing, or starting a new medication. All of these things need time and consistency to see results. With that being said you can expect three different stages of therapy. The first stage is the exploration stage. This is where we get to know more about you. I’ll ask you about things from your childhood to your current stressors. The second stages in the insight stage, where we start to gain a deeper understanding of your thoughts, behaviours, and feelings. The last stage is the action stage, where we incorporate everything we have learned from the exploratory and insight stages to work towards our goals. No journey is ever straightforward, so we may move back and forth between stages and adjust our treatment plan. Therapy is very collaborative, and I work well with people who are curious and motivated to do the work outside of the therapy room.
I have always had a genuine interest in listening to people's life stories growing up, plus I have been in a helper role for most of my life #bigsisterenergy. So with these things in mind, becoming a therapist felt natural. Along with that, increasing the Southeast Asian (Filipino) representation in this field was one of my biggest motivators for getting into this field. It is such a privilege and a passion of mine to provide culturally-sensitive therapy for those who want a therapist that looks like them and gets the norms of their culture!
Revestin’s fees are:
50-Minute Session: $220
80-Minute Session: $330
Our therapy services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance provider or benefit plan. To confirm your plan coverage, please contact your insurance provider.
Revestin’s appointments can be direct billed to Alberta Blue Cross, ASEBP, Beneva, Canada Life, Chambers of Commerce, Claim Secure, Co-operators, D.A Townley, Desjardins, Equitable Life, GreenShield and Medavie (which includes Veterans Affairs).
Don’t see your insurance listed?
If we’re unable to direct bill your insurance provider, you’ll be able to submit the receipt we send at the end of your session to your insurance provider for reimbursement yourself.
