Evelyn Plettenberg-Smith Psychotherapy

Social Work and Psychotherapy

One-on-one and group counselling with a focus on understanding why we do what we do, and how we can make changes to problematic behaviours and thinking patterns.


My goal is to create a space where you feel welcome, safe and comfortable enough to explore and develop a deeper understanding of self. I want to help you recognize the strengths you already have and support you in developing new skills for navigating what life throws your way.

Working and volunteering with community organizations for the last decade has given me extensive experience supporting adults living with trauma and addiction. I draw from a multitude of body-based and talk-therapy approaches* to adapt to the needs of my clients. I also value humour and play as important tools for helping us explore and understand difficult concepts and emotions.

My goal for our sessions is that you feel seen and accepted, but also welcomed for who you are. Life is messy and so is being human; we have all done things we regret and have behaviours we want to change. I am here to support you in working towards goals you set for yourself in a judgement free environment.

Counselling can feel awkward and scary; it’s hard to be vulnerable, especially with new people. Trust your instincts when it comes to choosing a therapist, the right fit is important enough to keep looking for. If you don’t feel comfortable or confident in your therapeutic relationship, you are missing out on the full benefits of counselling.

If you are thinking of working with me, you can find me at eveynpsrsw.janeapp.com to book a free 30-minute initial meeting. This meeting is not a session, but an opportunity to ask questions and discuss what working together would look like.

*(Somatic Experiencing, Structural Social Work, Harm-Reduction, Psychodynamic, Narrative and Emotionally Focused Therapies, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

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