In the early days, it was simply a handful of like-minded therapists in a charming downtown clinic. Not long into our journey, clients began to tell us that there was a tangible difference between the feel of our practice and others. We felt it too - but couldn’t quite put our finger on it.
It took us a long time to realize that it wasn’t just a keen focus on the relationship between the therapist and the client. What made Shift extra special was the little things: the warm greetings and laughter in the waiting room, the fact that we didn’t skimp on cheap coffee and tea, the friendships that would come from our community workshops, and the idea that a place where we explore our deepest wounds could also be a place of joy.
We’ve evolved since into a virtual practice, but our appreciation of the little things hasn’t. It has shaped our fresh approach to therapy, prioritizing connection, creativity, and being solution-focused. We want to make mental wellness a routine part of daily life, like going to the gym, seeing your physician, or getting a massage.
Our online therapists are people first. In other parts of their lives, they’re artists and athletes, teachers and lifelong students, travel lovers and advocates for social change. They use their own humility as a bridge to yours.
Throughout our journey of supporting thousands of clients and growing to include over 125 team members from coast-to-coast, we are focused on establishing a new norm for quality and care experience.
We aren’t here to tell you how to live your life. You’re the expert on you. We’re here to collaborate with you and provide support catered to your needs and preferences.
There’s no right or wrong time to come to therapy. No matter where you’re at, we’ll meet you there. Bring your full self. We’re here for it.
Our team works tirelessly to be exceptional as clinicians. With strong ethics and a commitment to continual learning, we strive to bring you our very best, every time.
Creative thinker, people enthusiast, cat mama, and mediocre wife.
Coffee at sunrise and sunset kind of gal. Dog lover, curious, human-connector, and always down for anything outdoors. Often found cooking something new with a playlist on shuffle. Therapist in training.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer historian, donkey enthusiast, edible arrangement hater and always down to clown.
Sunday roast aficionado, lover of Cavalier King Charles spaniels and appreciator of vintage aesthetics. Can be found travelling, sipping a French martini or watching Mad Men.
Globetrotter. Vitamin D appreciator. Champion of justice and laughter. 99% pasta.
Open-minded, bookworm, yogi. Favourite pastimes include watching terrible reality TV and soaking up the sunshine.
Dad, mental health speaker turned entrepreneur, tech geek, guitar lover.
Mental health leader, therapist supporter, dog-lover, non-recipe-following amateur chef and new Mom to be.
Lover of all forms of art, driven by the curiosity of human nature. My favourite memories involve being immersed in palm trees, sunshine, and the ocean.
Croissant Connoisseur. Aspiring Cellist. Drinks coffee at any time of the day. Always up to date on the latest reality TV gossip. Loves traveling to remote destinations. Enjoys a good spin class. Has never met a cat or dog she didn't want to be friends with.
Will happily talk your ear off about spreadsheets. Lover of mystery, true crime & Task Master.
Painter, jewellery maker, magazine editor-in-chief, amateur boxer, yogi. Serial hobbyist, perhaps. Passionate about bolstering health, well-being, and joy.
An empath who loves music, learning, and laughter! Passionate about mental health care.