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Practice Information
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a deep commitment to creating healing spaces that are grounded in respect, connection, and the belief that wellness includes all parts of who we are—mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. I have spent over 15 years in the helping field in various roles as a youth outreach worker, support worker, behaviour interventionist, lifeguard and instructor, counsellor, and more recently as a community recreation manager.
My diverse experiences have provided me with valuable insights into working with individuals across all age groups, abilities, and life experiences. I am passionate about working with youth, as they offer a fresh perspective and are often open to exploring change with compassionate guidance and support. I am also deeply interested in expanding my knowledge of the unique challenges faced by public safety personnel, first responders, and frontline workers. Their role in supporting vulnerable community members during critical moments in their lives inspires me to continually deepen my understanding of their needs and the best ways to offer these essential workers support.
With a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Indigenous Studies, my approach weaves together Western therapeutic practices with a deep respect for Indigenous Peoples and their connection to the land. While I too share a very strong connection to the land, I will always have more to learn to understand what it means to have a connection to the land since time immemorial. I am a settler of Japanese descent, practicing on the unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations. My work is grounded in cultural humility and guided by respect for Indigenous sovereignty and teaching.
Youth Counselling (13+)
I provide counselling to support youth in navigating life’s challenges and discovering their own strengths. I create a space rooted in safety, trust, and especially humour—where young people can feel seen, heard, and understood, often for the first time. My approach honours each person’s pace, language, and lived experience, meeting them where they are with genuine respect and curiosity. I recognize the impact of culture, identity, and community on well-being, and we work collaboratively to help youth build resilience and confidence. My goal is to walk alongside them as they learn to trust their inner voice and grow into their most authentic selves.
Adult Counselling
I provide counselling to help adults navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their personal strengths. I offer a supportive and culturally responsive space to explore how your identity and lived experiences shape your well-being. Our work often includes supporting those managing anxiety, processing grief, navigating transitions, or healing from trauma. I also provide specialized counselling for first responders and front-line professionals, understanding the unique culture and demands of this work. Grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life, I am here to walk alongside you as you heal, build resilience, and live authentically.
Couples and Family Counselling
These are for sessions that are supporting you as a couple or as family units to discover how to better support your unique individual needs and the needs of the unit as a whole.