Thank you for reading my profile.

My passion is supporting individuals in feeling more fulfilled, empowered, and present in their lives. Life is hard (and beautiful), trauma is real, and systemic inequality affects our experiences. I provide a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can 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, including refugees and newcomers. I have served on the Leadership Committee for the Guelph-Wellington Local Immigration Partnership (2012-present) 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 and couples and am trained in The Gottman Method (Level Two). I have completed over 25 additional professional trainings in areas including trauma-informed practice, narrative therapy, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and related approaches. My integrative approach draws from narrative therapy, attachment theory, and strengths-based frameworks to ensure that our work together is personalized and meaningful. I am 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.