Who We Are
Meet the Counselor
My name is Gorete Tavares. My passion is helping people live their best life! My professional & personal experience, knowledge & wisdom combined with compassion and zero judgement enables me to offer effective counseling or counselling and coaching. I have an over 90% success rate with my clients for over 13 years experience using my unique self created tools, techniques ideas and unconventional approach. (As well as the best online programs for these issues and group counseling & coaching options)
Our Approach
Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their blocks and inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a plan using the unique & unconventional approach.
Our Mission
We promise to be there for you every step of your journey as a support and guide. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life & how you want to create your life to be. This is done with awareness & expertise in a non judgmental & supportive environment.
Our Therapy
Depression & Anxiety
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.
Addictions
Many individuals can experience addiction issues. It is a much deeper issue than many realize. I have a specialization in addictions and an unconventional approach. With the right support and guidance you can be free from your addiction.
Domestic Violence as well as Relationships
Domestic Violence is a complex issue that requires the proper knowledge. With my personal and professional experience in this area I can help both the victim and perpetrator.
Relationship counseling can be beneficial to couples who are looking to strengthen their emotional connection, in all stages of their relationship. Therapy sessions with me are not held the traditional way which is the key to my success.
Discovering Inner Peace with Butterfly Project
Mindfulness Counseling & Conscious Manifesting Coaching
Our mindfulness counseling services & conscious manifesting coaching can help you develop a greater sense of awareness and inner peace. Our therapist & coach provide guidance and support to help you learn mindfulness techniques, reduce stress and anxiety, improve your overall well-being and teach & empower you in creating the life you truly want.
Spiritual Counseling
Our spiritual counseling services can help you explore your beliefs and values, and develop a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment. Our experienced counselors provide guidance and support to help you connect with your spirituality and find meaning in your life.
Stress Management Counseling
Our stress management counseling services can help you identify and manage stress in healthy ways. Our therapist provides guidance and support to help you develop coping skills, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve your overall well-being.
Self-Esteem / Self-Love / Self-Worth Counseling
Our self-esteem/self-love/self-worth counseling services can help you develop a healthier sense of self-worth and confidence. Our experienced counselor provides guidance and support to help you identify negative self-talk, develop self-compassion, and improve your relationships with others.
Personal Growth Counseling
Our personal growth counseling services can help you achieve your full potential and live a more fulfilling life. Our therapist provides guidance and support to help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, set goals, and develop strategies to achieve them.
Positive Psychology Counseling
Our positive psychology counseling services can help you develop a more positive outlook on life. Our experienced counselor uses evidence-based techniques to help you cultivate gratitude, resilience, and optimism, and improve your overall well-being.
Testimonials
"I reached out to Butterfly Project when I realized I had dug myself into a hole, so deep that I needed help to get out. When I first met with Gorete, I felt comfortable with her immediately. She has a very calming, non-threatening, non-judgmental presence and was very supportive right from the start. Attending these sessions has helped me tremendously to dig at a lot of the emotions that I have been burying deep down for years! I have learnt so much from Gorete and there is no way I could have make the progressions I have thus far on my own. I feel like Gorete can relate to me and many other women on a personal level . She truly understands my thoughts and concerns and poses the right questions to make me listen to my own words and realize what I am saying as well as making me question my words/thoughts. I have learnt so much from her and am so thankful that I found such an amazing, inspirational counsellor to help me get back to being me! It's a long tough road but I know it will be worth it in the long run!"
From: Anonymous female in Winnipeg
"Until my sessions with Gorete I blamed myself for a lot of what was happening in my relationship in regards to the emotional and verbal abuse and on occasion physical abuse. First of all I would like to say that she offered a lot of emotional support for me as well as educated me on what an abusive relationship is and the dynamics of an abusive relationship. She was not only there for me during our scheduled sessions but also at other times when I would need to talk to her. She never pressured me or told me what to do but just informed me and helped me to understand what was going on. She helped me deal with the shame and guilt after reconciling and convincing my entire family and friends that he can change and that this is what I deserve now that I took him back. She helped me to feel safe, and feel like I matter and that I don’t deserve this type of treatment. Even now that I have made the decision to end the marriage she has been a constant support and reassurance that I am doing the right thing for myself and kids and helped me to stay strong and focused on what I need to do."
From: Anonymous Female in Winnipeg
"Gorete automatically delivered a comfortable, understanding, and genuine vibe as soon as I stepped foot in the room. I admire her strength helping those in needs while she has become a survivor in her own struggles. Although I've only spoken to her a few times and it's been a couple of years her presence during one of the most difficult times of my life will be remembered and not only is she my counsellor, she has become my inspiration of what I'd like to do in the future"
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