Kristina Lazarus, RHMCI

Does life ever feel like scattered pieces you can’t quite put together? Many of us hide behind masks to avoid being noticed, while secretly longing to be seen. I create a safe, compassionate space where we can name losses, acknowledge the pain that often goes unspoken, and explore how to live more authentically. Clients have affectionately called me the “Death Lady” because I welcome conversations about grief, mortality, and the feelings behind not wanting to exist—topics most avoid, but which often hold the key to healing and growth. My practice is rooted in decolonized principles, centering culture, identity, and the systems that shape us, while honoring your unique story.

To support your journey, I use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Existential Therapy. I also incorporate expressive art therapy, which may include the use of tarot imagery as a symbolic tool for reflection and creative exploration. These methods provide grounding while leaving space for creativity, mystery, and personal wisdom. A wise Guyanese man I once called “grandpa” told me, “Live until you die.” I’ve carried his words forward and added: “Live until you die—even when it is hard, because you deserve to live an authentic human existence.” If you recognize yourself in these words, I invite you to reach out for a consultation. Together, we can begin piecing your story back together and rediscover what it means to truly live.