Kelsey Mcgraw-Yan (she/her), RP(Q)
Providing in-person, online and phone sessions (Accepting new clients)
Approach: My approach is Psychodynamic and Narrative in nature, grounded in the belief that our past experiences shape the stories we carry about ourselves. I offer a client-centered, individualized, and collaborative space, meeting you with curiosity and compassion wherever you are on your journey. My work is trauma-informed and integrates somatic practices to support a deeper connection between mind, body, and spirit. In my practice I draw from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).I aim to support you in your healing and growth in a way that honors your unique experience.
Areas of Focus - I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including:
- Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD
- Body Image and Eating Disorders
- LGBTQ+ and Queer Identity Experience
- Stress and burn out
- Interpersonal Relationships Challenges and Boundary Setting
- Life Transitions and Change
- Trauma
- Addiction
- Grief and Loss
- Self-esteem and Confidence
- Life Purpose, Spirituality & Meaning
Life isn’t always easy—it can be painful, unpredictable, and throw curveballs that leave us feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from ourselves. I see therapy as the work of the soul: not just a space to confront fears, but a powerful opportunity to deepen self-understanding and cultivate compassion for who we are. Whether you're navigating pain, uncertainty, or simply need to feel heard, I’m here to walk alongside you and help carry what feels heavy.
In my work, I value creating a safe and non-judgmental space where all parts of you can feel fully seen and accepted. I believe in the power of storytelling. Together, we'll navigate the depths of your narrative, unraveling the threads of pain and shame that may have held you back from connecting to your true authentic self and essence. Working through a trauma informed lens and delving into your past together, I hope to help you gain insight into why you may think, feel, and behave the way you do in the present. Knowing that our past does not define who we are, and who we hope to become.
Education: I hold a Masters Degree in Spiritual Care & Psychotherapy from Martin Luther College University and a Bachelor of Arts degree, Psychology and Women and Gender Studies Major, from Wilfrid Laurier University. I am also Level 1 & 2 certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I hold the belief that while academic learning is important, our learning from our lived experience is as equally important too.