About

In your first session, we will discuss confidentiality, my credentials, the purpose of attending counseling, the benefits and risks of the counseling process, and any other concerns you may have. 

This first appointment is about establishing if I am the right counsellor for you. This is a collaborative discussion about your goals for therapy and the resources and skills you already possess to achieve them. A presenting concern will likely arise during this conversation, and we will discuss an approach to making changes toward your goals.​

My approach to therapy is collaborative. Clients have expressed their appreciation for this approach, as it allows you to set your own unique pace and process. My role is to honor those choices and offer experience and suggestions from current best practices in the field.

As each individual is unique, my approach may vary depending on your perspective, and this will be discussed during your first session.

Addressing immediate concerns and suggesting strategies to alleviate current stressors is a practical approach for achieving short-term goals. I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), life skills coaching, or Dialectical Behaviour inspired Therapy (DBT). 

Aside from all the finer details, my approach is grounded in body therapy, integrated body psychotherapy (IBP) as an effective way of addressing current issues such as trauma and addictive behaviors as a long-term solution. I believe that when you are empowered with the correct information and guidance, managing the symptoms of your mental health becomes second nature, and addressing the root of the issue increases your overall mental health.

City University of Seattle

• Master's degree in clinical counselling.

Vancouver Island University

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

• Life skills coaching course

North West Institue of Integrated Body Psychotherapy

• Completion of the 3 years Integrated Body Psychotherapy core concepts training. 

• Completion of the 2 years Integrated Body Psychotherapy teacher assistant training.

Overall experience

• 4 years working as an addictions counsellor at a residential treatment center. 

• 4 years as a Clinical counsellor in private practice.