You’re Great at Communicating—So Why Is It So Hard When It Matters Most?

I remember my years working in the Bay Street world—fast-paced, high-pressure, and full of brilliant minds. It was an exciting place to be, but also one where I often second-guessed myself. Did I phrase that email to a partner well enough? Was my comment in the meeting too bold—or not assertive enough? The competition was intense, and even though I was good at what I did, I never quite felt good enough.

Work/life balance? That was a joke. Long hours blurred into personal time, and no matter how much I accomplished, there was always more to do. And while I could analyze research and present complex ideas with ease, expressing my own struggles? That was much harder.

🔹 Do you find yourself replaying tough conversations, wondering if you said the right thing?

🔹 Is your internal dialogue harsher than you’d ever be to a colleague or client?

🔹 Do personal discussions feel frustrating, draining, or just plain awkward?

I get it—because I’ve been there. And I also know it doesn’t have to be that way.

My approach to therapy is integrative and holistic, drawing from structured, evidence-based practices to help you:

✅ Shift self-criticism into a more balanced, constructive inner dialogue

✅ Build confidence in handling difficult personal conversations

✅ Reframe rigid thinking patterns that keep you feeling stuck

You’ve already mastered professional communication. Now, let’s bring that same clarity and confidence to the conversations that matter most.

Curious? Let’s talk at Inner Counsel Therapy.

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