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Background

  • Assisting and educating others has consistently been both my personal and professional calling. With a background in psychology, Early Childhood Education, Human Resources, and clinical aesthetics, complemented by 30 years of extensive work experience, I have devoted my life to guiding individuals toward holistic wellness.

    I have supported people of all ages, genders, cultural and spiritual backgrounds, and sexual orientations through various careers and volunteer roles.

  • I hold a

    • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) with distinction from Yorkville University.

    • Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Psychology from York University.

  • I am registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and a member of the Canadian Counselling Psychological Association (CCPA).

  • I actively pursue ongoing education to further my knowledge of well-established and emerging therapeutic interventions.

Approach

  • Achieving equilibrium in our lives requires not only a sound mind but also a nurtured body. Drawing from my love for nature and exercise, I advocate for a holistic lifestyle that supports your mental and physical well-being, fostering the foundation for a fulfilling life.

  • Employing strengths-based and solution-focused techniques, I seamlessly incorporate mindfulness, role-playing, various art forms, and cognitive practices into our therapy sessions.

    When you choose an Integrated Sensory Psychotherapy (ISP) session, you will also enjoy various sensory experiences.

    This practice ensures an interactive and enjoyable experience while maintaining a relaxing atmosphere.

  • I incorporate trauma-informed, LGBTQI2SA+-affirming, and anti-oppressive principles into my therapeutic approach. I am committed to practicing cultural humility and learning from your lived experiences.

  • My practice often incorporates elements from:

    • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MB-CT)

    • Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

    • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

    • Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)

    • The Gottman Method

    • Gestalt Therapy

    • Art Therapy

    • Navigating challenging relationships

    • Anxiety & stress management

    • Effective communications

    • Boundary setting

    • Intergenerational trauma

    • Self-efficacy & confidence-building

    • LGBTQI2SA+, sexuality & gender-related issues

    • Multicultural identity

    • Attachment injuries

    • Burnout

“What would you be glad you did—even if you failed?”

— Brené Brown

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