Client Testimonials

I have been attending sessions over the last year with Chanel and I always look forward to my sessions because she is a patient and kind person. I feel comfortable discussing things with her because she is very open and shows attentiveness. Chanel really listens and understands what I am saying without any judgement and has helped me to look at life in different perspectives as well as helped me to grow as an individual, and gain more confidence. She challenges me with the tough questions which I actually really like, because it gets me thinking. She is very sincere and professional. It feels great being able to talk and vent to someone and having that safe space to do so. I would highly recommend Chanel to anyone.
-A. Hosein

 
It’s tough being the one that everyone comes to for help and advice, yet never truly feeling safe enough to express what I’d been going through. The negative stigma upon mentioning the phrase ‘mental health’ also added to my frustrations. I chucked it up as; maybe I was overreacting or being too sensitive, after all I’m ‘too young to be so stressed out.’ I however, knew that I couldn’t keep living in a state of fight or flight and sadness while suffering silently. I searched for different outlets and therapists but never truly felt comfortable or safe enough to express what I’d been though and how those things affected my life. Therapy at Silver Lining played a major part in my turning point as it has helped me to find my voice, stand up for myself, know that my feelings are valid, my trauma was real and that I have the right to boundaries. I’ve learnt healthy tools, gained positive reinforcement for my decisions and never felt judged in any way. I’ve also been held accountable for those decisions that were not so great, a helpful quality I’ve always admired in others as I see it as an opportunity to grow. Silver Lining Counselling is my safe space and I’ll forever be grateful to my therapist, Chanel.
-Shelly H.

 
I’m a 30-year-old female with anxiety, bouts of depression and overall difficulties with handling stress and life changes. Prompted by my difficulties with coping on my own, I started working with Silver Lining Counselling Services in March 2022. It’s always a bit uncomfortable opening up to a therapist but over the months, Chanel has created a safe space for me to share my challenges and talk through my difficulties. She offers insightful observations and challenges and encourages me to reframe my thinking. She also gives me practical strategies to handle my anxiety and depression when it feels like it’s all too much. It’s cliche, but life really isn’t easy, and if you’re finding it hard to cope, I would highly recommend Silver Lining Counselling to start your therapy journey. Chanel’s attention, care and support have helped me feel a lot better, and I’m sure she can do the same for you too.
-K.L.

 
Working with Silver Linings has been a journey of both healing and self discovery. I consider it to be my best investment. Before contacting SLCS, my declining mental health was negatively impacting my day-to -day life and relationships. While well-meaning friends and family tried to encourage and support me to pull me out of my “funk”, I felt the pull to speak with an unbiased, neutral third party about how I was feeling. At my first session, I was immediately validated and understood without judgement. I must also mention Chanel’s perfect balance of professionalism, warmth and sensitivity which has alway made me very comfortable in being as candid as possible. The sessions enabled me to unlock many aspects of my past that were affecting how I showed up in life and what I believed my value was. Therapy has been a safe space to explore my decisions, reactions and values. Most importantly, SLCS has given me coping mechanisms and skills to better communicate with my loved ones and give myself grace, which has frankly helped me be an overall happier person. Prioritizing my mental health is now a key part of my lifestyle and has helped me be a more resilient and confident individual.
Thank you Chanel!!

E.C.