Practice information:

Welcome!  
 
I’m an experienced counselling professional with over 15 years in the field.  I’ve worked in a variety of settings: cancer care, sexual + domestic violence, mental + addictions to name a few.  I have a Master's in Social Work and I'm registered in good standing with the College of Social Work.
 
I work with people experiencing a variety of life transitions and life struggles.  My practice focuses on:
-       illness in the family (including parenting through illness & children’s grief)
-       life transitions
-       grief/loss
-       low mood
-       anxiety
-       trauma
 
Sometimes the problem feels less clear. Together, we can uncover what might be standing in the way of reaching a greater sense of peace.
 
I offer a relational, trauma-informed approach, beginning first with establishing a strong, safe alliance. From there we can identify problems, have therapeutic conversations, and uncover the resources + skills necessary to navigate through life stress/life change. 
 
All kinds of unforeseen stressful life events can leave lasting effects on one’s nervous system and psyche, affecting day-to-day functioning.  I work with people to build safety, increase self-understanding, process painful feelings, construct meaning, and facilitate adjustment /integration.  I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches including: CBT, DBT, existential therapy, meaning-centered therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness-based and somatic approaches.  I adapt my approach to meet the needs and goals of the person I’m working with. 
 
I consider it a great privilege to be led into the private (sometimes painful) parts of people's lives and I'm constantly inspired by the clever and resilient ways that people grow around life stress.
 
You’re one step closer to finding the support you seek.
Reach out today for a free 15 minute consultation.