Support for Expats & Students | Tara Leigh Counselling Sherwood Park, AB

What Makes Expat Counselling Unique?

Expat counselling is a type of therapy specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living abroad. It acknowledges the potential for emotional difficulties arising from the relocation process and the subsequent challenges of adapting to a new culture.

What I can help with

Expats and International Students

Cultural Adjustment: Navigating differences in customs, social norms, and communication styles.
Homesickness: Coping with feelings of longing for one's home country and culture.
Language Barriers: Managing communication challenges and feelings of isolation.
Social Isolation: Building new social connections and support networks.
Identity and Belonging: Exploring and redefining one's sense of self in a new cultural context.
Relationship Challenges: Addressing relationship issues that may arise due to distance or cultural differences.
Career and Professional Life: Managing work-related stress and adapting to new professional environments.
Stress and Anxiety: Developing coping mechanisms for the stress and anxiety associated with relocation.

My Story - otherwise known as Why

As a former expat with 14 years abroad in China, Cambodia and North Africa, I understand the rewards and challenges of international life—adjusting to new cultures and new jobs, missing family, and managing stress or anxiety. Now based in Canada, I offer compassionate, culturally sensitive counselling for expats and international students in your time zone to help you feel grounded and supported, wherever you are.

What Counselling can do for you

Empowerment and Growth:

Therapy supports building self-esteem, setting and achieving personal goals, and developing resilience, empowering clients to face life’s challenges with greater confidence and strength

Enhanced Self-Awareness:

Through reflection and open dialogue, clients gain deeper insight into their emotions, behaviours, and thought patterns, promoting self-understanding and personal growth.

Enhanced Physical Well-Being:

Because mental and emotional health closely impact physical health, many clients experience relief from chronic pain symptoms, improved sleep, and better overall wellness.