Alisha Holbik
MA, RP
A positive attitude and an empathetic ear, with daytime and evening sessions.
Alisha completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University and began with Kelly Mental Health with her Yorkville internship, staying on to continue the wonderful work she does with her clients. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Gerontology from Lakehead University. Alisha previously worked for Jordan’s Principle and would travel to remote Northern communities providing various services. Volunteering holds a special place in her heart.
She enjoyed her time at the Thunder Bay Regional Cancer Center and the Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win hospital. From these past experiences, she has become more adept at interacting with people from various backgrounds and evolved a passion for helping people at all stages of life. Alisha's approach involves a variety of therapeutic orientations, primarily focused on CBT and DBT. Expressing a positive attitude and an empathetic ear, Alisha is dedicated to providing a welcoming therapeutic environment for all.
Alisha offers daytime and evening sessions.
What tools do you try and use in your daily life to manage your own mental health and wellness?
When it comes to implementing tools into my daily life, I take an eclectic approach. I think it is important to keep a repertoire of tools that are easily accessible. The variety of tools I use are based on the five domains of self-care (physical, social, mental, spiritual, and emotional). With practice, you can become self-aware of an area that may feel out of balance and redirect your focus where it needs to go. The tools I use to help promote and manage my mental health are a gratitude journal and a breathing/meditation app. Nature can be an essential tool by allowing your mind to reach a state of tranquility when engulfed in its vast beauty. I find that a brief check-in with yourself throughout the day can go a long way. Recharging your batteries doesn’t have to be a tedious process. Deep breathing or simply enjoying a cup of your favorite tea, can provide those moments of reprieve when the demands of daily life become overwhelming.