Get to know me

    About Sylvain

    "Come, come, whoever you are. Wanderer, worshiper, lover of leaving. It doesn't matter. Ours is not a caravan of despair."— Rumi
    Sylvain, psychotherapist, in a professional setting

    My story

    Sometimes life just feels… a bit much. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about where you're heading. Or maybe things look fine on the outside, but inside something doesn't quite sit right.

    Talking can help — especially when you have a space where you don't have to filter yourself or worry about being judged.

    I offer a calm, down-to-earth space where you can talk things through at your own pace. Together, we can begin to understand what's going on for you, notice patterns that might be holding you back, and gently explore what change could look like.

    I've been working as a psychotherapist since 2006, supporting people through a wide range of challenges — including anxiety, low mood, difficult past experiences, relationship struggles, substance use, grief, and questions about direction or purpose.

    How I work

    Starting therapy can feel like a big step. You might not be sure what to expect, or even how to begin — that's completely okay.

    We'll start wherever you are. You don't need to have it all worked out or know exactly what to say. We can take things at your pace, and make space for whatever feels important.

    I work in a flexible way, shaped around you. Some sessions might be about talking things through and getting a clearer sense of how things are affecting you. At other times, we might notice patterns, explore past experiences, or gently look at what might need to change.

    A particular interest

    Men's mental health

    I've been involved in work around men's mental health, and I welcome conversations around the challenges men can face in opening up or feeling understood. I have a particular interest in how cultural expectations can make it harder for men to talk about what's going on.

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    Credentials

    Qualifications & Training

    Postgraduate qualification in Integrative and Pluralistic Counselling

    Practising as a psychotherapist since 2006

    Works under regular professional supervision

    Committed to safe, ethical, and reflective practice

    Sessions available in English and French

    My values

    What I believe

    Connection

    Healing happens in relationship. I strive to create a genuine, human bond with every client.

    Compassion

    I meet you where you are — without judgement, without pressure, with warmth and care.

    Awareness

    Together we bring gentle attention to your inner world, building clarity and understanding.

    Take the first step

    Whoever you are, you're welcome

    If you're considering therapy, you're welcome to get in touch. We can arrange an initial session and see how it feels to work together. Whatever you're bringing, you're welcome to come as you are.

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