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Practice Information
With over six years of experience in the social services sector, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Understanding our emotions and what they need is a vital part of growth. Yet, old patterns, past traumas, anxiety, and societal pressures to "stay positive" often suppress what truly needs to be expressed. These suppressed emotions can show up in many ways—anger, anxiety, depression, addictions, or over committing. My goal is to create a safe space where emotions can be fully felt and processed, allowing past wounds to release their hold on us.
My approach is rooted in humanistic and existential principles, conceptualized through Emotion Focused Therapy. This theory integrates emotion, cognitive, attachment, interpersonal, psychodynamic, and narrative theory. This fusion of perspectives empowers me to offer a comprehensive and individualized approach to therapy that honours your unique journey.
I invite you to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth with me. Together, we'll navigate the challenges you're facing and unearth pathways to a more fulfilling and authentic life. Remember, you're not alone; I'm here to provide support every step of the way.
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Domestic Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Approaches in Therapy
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Humanistic & Existential
- Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma Informed and Culturally Responsive Approach
- Internal Family Systems
- Cognitive & Narrative Therapy
- Strength-Based Therapy
Specialized Training
- International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy - ICEEFT
Fundamentals of Emotion Focused Therapy (2024)
EFIT Essentials (February 2025)
- Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
Mental Health First Aid (2024)
Trauma Informed Practice Level 1
Workshop with Trish Walsh & Alyson Quinn (2017) - BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
Working with Children: Getting Comfortable with Different Levels of Risk (2024)
- BC Society of Transition Houses
Foundations in Domestic Violence Against Women (2020) - Kelty Mental Health
Introduction to Eating Disorders for Service Providers (2024)
Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse (2024)