Thank you for reading my profile.

I became a psychotherapist to help people feel more fulfilled, empowered, and present. Life is hard and beautiful, trauma is real, and systemic inequality affects our experiences. I provide a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space for you to explore how your relationships and life experiences have shaped you but not defined you. I believe we each possess unique inner strengths and resources that can help us to create the lives that we want. Through self-exploration, we can come to understand how our thoughts, feelings and beliefs keep us stuck in our heads and out of the present moment.

Having experienced profound grief in my own life, I approach our work with empathy as I meet you ‘where you are’, at your own pace. In time, we can cultivate stronger resilience, compassion, and self-awareness and co-develop strategies that work for you.

I hold two Master’s degrees in Sociology and Counselling Psychology and bring over 10 years of experience in the non-profit sector. My professional background includes working with diverse populations, refugees and newcomers. I have served on the Leadership Committee for the Guelph-Wellington Local Immigration Partnership and have volunteered at Women in Crisis, Immigrant Services, United Way, The Elephant Nature Park, Guelph Soccer and Niagara Dog Rescue.

I work with individuals (ages 6+) and couples and specialize in grief, stress (family, work, finances), anxiety, PTSD, parenting and relationships. My trainings include The Gottman Method (Level Two) and 25 additional professional trainings including trauma-informed practice, narrative therapy, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and more. I used evidence-based, integrative approaches to ensure that our work together is personalized and meaningful. LGBTQ+ allied.

As someone who has engaged in therapy for more than 20 years, I understand the vulnerability and courage it takes to seek support. I value the importance of creating space for yourself and am committed to honouring your unique journey. (Although I live in Southern Ontario….), I view life as an ocean- constantly shifting with waves that rise and fall. With practice, intension and support, therapy can be a transformative and empowering experience.

I look forward to connecting with you. I offer free phone consultations, please don’t hesitate to reach out.