Practice information:

Have you been struggling with how you're feeling, thinking or doing? Do you think everyone else has it figured out and you’re behind, not good enough, or something is ‘wrong’ with you? First of all, let me assure you right now- nothing is wrong with you. We have all had those thoughts/feelings, and often we just need someone unbiased to help us work through why we may be feeling that way.

As your therapist, my job is to actively participate in providing an unbiased perspective, to ask you questions you may have not asked yourself, and to hold a space where it is unapologetically yours. Consider me your friend who has the education to help uncover patterns, identify the root, and back up any validation I provide. I relate what you’re experiencing to my clinical training in human behaviour, attachment-science, emotional expression and regulation, and trauma. I believe that our relationship with each other forms the foundation for a safe, hopefully at times enjoyable practice that you integrate into how you care for and prioritize yourself. You can expect to feel comfortable and cared for but also challenged and vulnerable.

The goal is not only to foster security, growth, your relationship with yourself and others, but to understand how your previous experiences have contributed to who you are and how you feel. Accessing aspects of our psyche through exploring our early experiences, our 'parts', attachment, and triggers help to gain a deeper understanding of who we are and strengthened our relationship with ourselves.  

Credential wise, I am a Masters level trained Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a focus on Depth-Psychotherapy (Attachment Theory) with training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFT-1).

I hope you find exactly what you are looking for whether it’s from myself or any of the other clinicians. It’s always a good idea to request a consultation to make sure it is a good fit because the relationship really is the most important aspect to counselling. All the best! 

To book online visit www.speakeasyclinic.ca

Areas of Practice:

• Self-esteem (self-worth/worthiness)
• Relationships: romantic, family, friends
• Trauma (childhood, sexual, aversive life experiences)
• Body Image
• Anxiety & Depression
• Life Transitions
• Personal Growth

*Canadian Certified Counsellors (CCC) are covered by most extended health coverage plans. Please consult with your benefits provider to confirm coverage.