Jessica (Jess Marshall) Marshall

They/Them

Registered Counselling Therapist

Registered Psychotherapist

English

Background

My professional background includes years of training and experience working with members of LGBTQIA+, Ethically Non-Monogamous, and Kink communities. My training is focused in attachment-based, narrative, strengths-based approaches to individual therapy. As a couples therapist I have training in the developmental model of relationship therapy and Gottman methods. I value an open and honest approach to client-centered therapy. I work directly with my clients to tailor treatment plans unique to them. Collaboration is a core aspect of my practice.

Your therapeutic experience with me

I offer a collaborative and open therapeutic experience. I encourage my clients to let me know if the current approach is no longer working for them. As an eclectic therapist I am trained in many modalities and every client is unique. You will not find a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy with me. Sessions can flow from casual to structured depending on your needs, though it is unlikely you will experience a rigid and manualized approach to therapy with me. As your guide, I will gently challenge you to bring desired change into your life, and be here to support you every step of the way.

Areas of expertise

These are the areas I commonly work with, and they form a big part of the support I offer in my practice:

Neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, Audhd)?

2SLGBTQIA+?

Relationship Issues?

Attachment?

Emotion Regulation?

Life Transitions And Identity Shifts?

I also support you in these additional areas and welcome you to reach out if any of them speak to what you are going through:

Sensory Differences

Belonging

Stress

Executive Function?

Purpose

Couples Communication?

Conflict Resolution

Career & Life Transitions?

ADHD?

Parenting?

Identity Exploration?

Interpersonal Relationships And Boundaries

Codependency?

Guilt & Shame

Therapeutic approaches

These are the approaches at the heart of my work, and I use them often because they help create meaningful change:

Attachment Focused Therapy

Many of us have faced ruptures to our attachment figures which can cause stress, anxiety, or avoidance of future connections. By focusing on creating secure attachments I help clients to challenge pre-held beliefs about what it means to be truly trust in another person.

Neurodiversity-affirming Therapy

No eye-contact? No problem! Need to fidget or pace in session? I welcome you! As a neurodivergent therapist myself I always strive to offer an affirming and inclusive environment. Whether you are looking to unmask, or are just looking to cope, I can help you along the way.

Narrative Therapy

What story are you telling yourself about who you are? Is your current narrative still serving you? We aren't always consciously aware of how our inner narrative and pre-conceived expectations influence or mental health or daily interactions. If you're ready to re-write your story, reach out!

Client-centered / Rogerian Therapy

This is your life, your health. You are the expert of your own experiences. I bring my knowledge, and your bring yours! Clients are at the core of the therapeutic relationship. You hold all of the knowledge on who you are and what you need. The therapist is your guide in change, to support you.

I also draw on other evidence based approaches that can gently support you when they align with what you need: