Gayle Baker, Psychotherapist

“People say that what we’re all seeking is a meaning for life. I think that what we’re really seeking is an experience of being alive...”
– Joseph Campbell

Welcome to my website.

If you are reading this, chances are you are feeling stuck. Maybe you find yourself repeating old patterns you know aren’t working for you. Or perhaps
you are mired in grief, anger or depression. Perhaps you are having problems in your relationships. Whatever it is, it’s keeping you from living the life you want.  And it’s time for a change.

Why It’s Hard to Do It On Your Own

You may be puzzled as to why you can’t seem to make the changes on your own. You’re smart. Perhaps you have some ideas as to what the source of the problem is. And still you find yourself repeating the same patterns. Quite often that is because the patterns and beliefs that are not working for you have been there since you were very young.  In fact, they are such a part of you now that they can be hard to see in any objective way. That’s why it can help to have someone assist you with the process.

As a trained therapist, I can work with you to discover the ways you are stuck.
Once brought into awareness, you can start to experiment with new ways of responding to your world. You can then begin to make conscious choices that support you in the here and now.

The Benefits of Therapy

The psychotherapeutic process helps you become more connected to your feelings and more able to express them in a way that supports you. This clarity regarding who you are and what you want leads to greater self-acceptance and self-support. Self-esteem and confidence also grow as you connect to your world from a more centered and authentic place.

The Consultation

Trust is critical in therapy, and so the fit between client and therapist is important. With that in mind I offer a free initial consultation so we can meet,
I can get an idea of where you want to work, and you can get a sense of my approach and ask any questions you might have.

To set up an initial consultation, or for further information, call me at (416) 788-1200.