Cynthia Rousseau

Hi, I'm Cynthia! With 15 years of experience as a counselor, I've learned that meaningful progress often begins with understanding yourself and finding approaches that work for your life. I help adults and adolescents navigate anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, and challenging life experiences. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities, struggling to stay focused, experiencing difficult emotions, or finding yourself stuck in familiar patterns, my goal is to help you gain clarity and feel more confident moving forward.

My style is warm, open-minded, and practical. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel comfortable speaking honestly about what you're going through without fear of judgment. I'll take the time to understand your experiences, recognize your strengths, and work alongside you to develop strategies that make everyday life feel more manageable.

I believe therapy should be tailored to you rather than following the same approach for everyone. My work is collaborative and solution-oriented, with an emphasis on helping you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you recognize unhelpful thought patterns, manage anxiety and stress, improve emotional regulation, and develop healthier ways of responding to challenges. I also incorporate Motivational Interviewing to help you explore your goals, build motivation, and take meaningful steps toward change. Together, we'll focus on practical tools and realistic progress that fits your individual needs.

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and talk about what's bringing you to therapy. We'll explore what you've been experiencing, what feels most challenging right now, and what you'd like to gain from our work together. You don't need to have everything figured out before we begin.

You can expect me to be warm, patient, and genuinely engaged in understanding your experiences. I'll listen without judgment, ask thoughtful questions, and help you recognize strengths you may not always see in yourself. My goal is for you to leave our sessions feeling supported, more confident, and better equipped to handle life's challenges.