Lynn Izzard, RP, MACP, EMDR Certified

Registered Psychotherapist

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Your present circumstances do not determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start. ~Nido Qubein

Grief & Loss

Grief is a loss of what once was and of what will never be. Grief is rooted in love. We cannot have one without the other. Grief involves learning how to fit into a space in our life that will never quite be the same. Grief takes a lot of patience, and sometimes the hardest part is accepting that time does not heal. Let’s be real, our lives have forever changed. All we can do is learn to live differently and find beauty in new ways and new patterns – doing so is how we honour what once was. Taking time to pause and sit in the messy, painful, rawness of our grief – unconditionally and non-judgementally – is how we honour our feelings. And, when we are ready: we begin to rise.

Life Transitions

Whether navigating career changes, retiring, moving to new places, or embracing parenthood, transitions challenge resilience. As we walk through life, change is inevitable. However, the sea of emotion that comes along with change is often unpredictable and unsettling. Together, we can journey through these challenges. By noticing your strengths, we will build confidence and courage; so that you may appropriately set boundaries in your life that are necessary for your overall growth and happiness. Through gentle support, we try to gain an understanding (of it all), so we may feel meaningful change in your life. My goal is to help you step free from what feels like ‘too much’, so you may reclaim the peace, confidence, and balance you hope to achieve.

Trauma

Depression, fear, stress, and anxiety are some of the most common symptoms of trauma. These are feelings that can build up over time, creating a dense wall between you and everyone around you. At times, there’s a feeling of despair that you cannot seem to escape, which often leads to depression, anxiety, or addiction. You may feel alone, disconnected and like nobody understands you. The stability and hope that you once knew may seem to have crumbled beneath you, leaving you with a feeling of powerlessness, as you grasp for a lifeline to bring you back to shore.

I am here to help you reconnect to your courage and strength. Through confidential dialogue and deep listening, we can return to the joyful moments that exist in your story. Or, for those of you who prefer not to talk so much about the details – we can use techniques like EMDR – we’ll tap into the brain’s natural ability to thrive. Either way, we will focus on your strengths so you may start healing and rediscover what gives you energy and hope.

I agree; life can be tumultuous. Still; peace and hope are within reach. Together, we’ll work through the pain so you can move forward, feeling happier, more connected, and alive. As you regain control of the life you want to live, I will be here to help guide you back to your gifts and purpose.

My lived experience includes

  • Arts and Music
  • Athletic Competition
  • Blended Family/Divorce/Separation
  • Chronic Illness
  • Grief/Loss
  • Parenting
  • Religion
  • Spirituality (Non-Religious)
  • Trauma

List of Degrees

  • 2023 - Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, with Distinction
  • 2021 - Honours Bachelor of Behavioural Psychology (in progress)
  • 1996 - Bachelor of Technology in Communications

List of Certifications

  • 2025 - Safe and Sound Protocol
  • 2023 - EMDR Certified
  • 2022 - ASIST Suicide Prevention Training

List of Professional Development

  • 2024 - Finding Meaning in Loss, the Sixth Stage of Grief, with David Kessler
  • 2024 - EMDR Certification (Advanced): DeTUR Urge Reduction Protocol for addictions and dysfunctional behaviors: The Accelerated Adaptive Information Processing Model
  • 2023 - EMDR Certification: Integrating EMDR into your clinical practice
  • 2023 - SFBT with Elliott Connie, Diamond Level 1 Certification SFBT = Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
  • 2023 - SFBT with Elliott Connie, Solution Building Couples Therapy SFBT = Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
  • 2023 - Disordered Drinking: A Shame-Free Approach
  • 2023 - Grounding Skills for Anxiety with Emma McAdams
  • 2022 - ASIST Suicide Prevention Training
  • 2022 - CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy) for PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) with Candice Monson
  • 2022 - Foundations of Cultural Competency Training, Culture Alliance with Kelly Brownbill
  • 2022 - Working with Military and Veteran Clients Training
  • 2022 - Ethics in Counselling with Dawn Lorraine McBride
  • 2021 - Honours Bachelor of Behavioural Psychology (BBP), President’s Honour List, GPA 4.0

List of Relevant Work Experience

  • Current - Registered Psychotherapist, Independent Practice Green Peak Therapy Corp. You can learn more about me at: https://greenpeaktherapy.com/

Previous Profession

Arts

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