Hi and welcome to CyanCove Wellness!
I am Irina Shinina, a Registered Professional Counsellor candidate (RPCc) and a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor candidate (RTCc), and I have a passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges. I strive to build trusting relationships with clients, offering empathy, guidance, and encouragement as we work towards positive change and self-discovery.
I am compassionate and dedicated to facilitating positive change and growth in individuals and couples. With a deep understanding of the human mind and emotions, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns.
Through a client-centred approach, tailored to each individual’s unique needs, I guide my clients in uncovering their inner strengths and developing effective coping strategies. Whether you’re facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply need support during major life transitions, I am here to lend a listening ear and provide the guidance you seek.
My therapeutic techniques draw from evidence-based modalities, including:
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Mindfulness-Based Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and
• Trauma-Informed Therapy
By fostering a collaborative and trusting therapeutic alliance, I strive to create a nurturing environment that promotes healing, personal growth, and overall well-being. I work with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and orientations, tailoring my approach to suit your specific needs and goals. I am fluent in English and Russian.
My focus lies in assisting individuals facing challenges such as:
Relationships and Family – abandonment, attachment issues, blended family issues, breakup, bullying, divorce/divorce adjustment, family problems, family of origin issues, infidelity, neglect, rejection, relationships and marriage, sibling issues
Mental Health and Well-being - academic concerns, adolescent issues, anger, anxiety, bipolar, body image, borderline personality, career change, codependency, commitment issues, communication problems, compulsive spending/shopping, confidence, control issues, creative blocks, cyclothymia, dependent personality, depression, disruptive mood dysregulation, emotional abuse, emotional overwhelm, emptiness, fear, forgiveness, grief, loss, and bereavement, guilt, helplessness, hoarding, hypochondria, impulsivity, irritability, jealousy, life purpose, melancholia, midlife crisis, mood swings, narcissism, perfectionism, personality disorders, postpartum depression, prejudice and discrimination, self-actualization, self-care, self-compassion, self-criticism, self-doubt, self-esteem, self-harm, self-love, sensitivity to criticism, shame, social anxiety, stress, suicide, terminal illness, values clarification, worry, worthlessness, young adult issues
Life Changes and Challenges - adjusting to change/life transitions, agoraphobia, career change, immigration, isolation, religious issues, seasonal affective disorder, trust issues, workplace issues
Physical Health and Wellness - health, illness, and medical issues, fatigue
Cultural and Societal Concerns – immigration, multicultural concerns, prejudice and discrimination, refugee status
Drawing from personal experiences such as divorce, bipolar and borderline personality disorders, multiple career changes, immigration, blended family, and childhood trauma, I am dedicated to providing empathetic and effective support to help clients navigate their unique journeys toward mental wellness and personal growth. Together, we will work towards empowering you to lead a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I am fluent in English and Russian.
If you are ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal transformation, I invite you to book an appointment with me. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and I am here to support you every step of the way.
Sincerely,
Irina
