Understanding that healthcare professionals are often the last to receive help, Sean approaches counselling and professional consulting from an osteopathic perspective, recognizing that every aspect of the individual matters—not just the mind, but also the spiritual self and overall physical/physiological health.

This intake provides a clearer understanding of your situation on various levels, allowing us to deliver safe, effective, and personalized support. Before setting up your initial appointment, we’ll have a brief discovery call. This conversation helps us get acquainted and confirms that I am the right guide to support you on your path to a healthier, happier life.

As a counsellor and consultant with a varied background in health sciences, Sean genuinely enjoys helping people find relief through a flexible, personalized counselling approach. This approach doesn’t focus solely on past issues where we unload and decompress but instead aims to discover skills to take control and move forward towards a healthier lifestyle and outlook. Together, we will explore your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, encouraging growth and striving for your optimal health and success in life.

Common topics of discussion:

• Workplace etiquette and establishing healthy boundaries regarding work/life balance.
• Challenges in relationships in the workplace, in marriage and with children.
• Burnout, compassion fatigue and recurrent physical challenges.
• Unhealthy coping mechanisms, vicarious trauma and addictions.
• Transference and countertransference with clients/patients.
• Working through difficult cases and finding the best outcome for everyone.
• Creating a practice that you enjoy in a respectful and supportive environment.
• Therapist advocacy and challenges in the workplace.
• Practitioner advocacy.
• Referrals to trusted and reputable health care providers, legal assistance, financial health management, and contract negotiations.

Background

Sean has a background in natural nutrition, coaching, massage therapy, shiatsu, contemporary medical acupuncture, and classical osteopathy. He has successfully operated two large clinics in southern Ontario with his wife Sue and taught for four years at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy, where he covered osteopathic principles and practice while serving as an academic coordinator. Additionally, he held the positions of president of the Ontario Osteopathic Association (OOA) and of Osteopathy Canada (OSTCAN).

Sean shifted his focus from manual therapeutics to mental health education in 2018, taking numerous courses across Canada and the US. These courses emphasized leadership, coaching, faith, and family to help people achieve their best at every level. Inspired by this, he pursued further education, earning a Bachelor’s in Pastoral Care with a specialization in addictions and a Master’s degree in Family and Marriage from Canada Christian College, where he was also ordained as a pastor.

Initial Exploratory Phone Call
No cost

Counselling
$145 per 60-minute session.