Counsellor · Certified Imago Couples Therapist
Lily Shalev
As a counsellor and certified Imago couples therapist, Lily strives to create a welcoming and supportive space where you can freely explore your experiences, gain clarity, and connect with your inner strengths. She believes that healing begins when we give ourselves permission to express our stories, and she sees therapy as a collaborative process—one where we uncover resilience, make meaning of challenges, and foster growth together.
Her approach
With over a decade of clinical experience, Lily’s approach is rooted in psychodynamic and attachment-based theories while incorporating trauma-informed, person-centred, and solution-focused techniques. She supports clients through a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, life transitions, queer identity, parenting (including queer parenting), and relationship dynamics. Whether you are navigating a major life shift, processing past experiences, or working toward healthier boundaries, Lily is here to guide and support you.
Areas of focus
- Anxiety & Depression
- Couples & Relationship Counselling
- Grief & Loss
- Trauma
- LGBTQIA2S+ Support
- Parenting & Family Dynamics
- Intersectional Identities
- Immigration & Adjustment
- Life Transitions
- Sex Therapy and Sexuality
Modalities
- Imago Relationship Therapy (Certified Therapist)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Couples counselling
As a certified Imago couples therapist, Lily supports couples in gaining insight, navigating relationship challenges, and fostering growth.
What defines her practice
What defines her practice is a blend of curiosity, creativity, and a deep commitment to fostering connection. She strives to cultivate an environment where clients feel safe to be themselves, take emotional risks, and explore new ways of being.
Lily’s approach is warm, direct, and flexible, allowing for a personalized experience that meets each client’s unique needs. She firmly believes in each person’s ability to evolve, and sees her role as offering the encouragement and tools to help them move forward with confidence.
“It is a privilege to accompany my clients on their journeys, providing a compassionate and empowering space for self-discovery and transformation.”
– Lily