I ground myself in a person-centred, cognitive constructivist framework, meaning that clients are the experts of their own lives. Part of my counselling process involves learning what your lived experience is in order to serve you best. My specialization is working with individuals in the perinatal time period -- meaning before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and after birth. I believe healing occurs through a combination of connection, empowerment, and meaning, and I enjoy supporting clients as they find and understand the strengths they have within them. I utilize techniques from many perspectives, including Mindfulness, Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioural, Sandtray,Clinical Hypnosis, and Systems techniques. I work together with clients, providing support and guidance, as they explore their values, develop self-compassion, tune-in to their bodies' messages, and explore difficult feelings. The mind and body are intimately connected and health in one affects health in the other. I look forward to helping you on your holistic path to wellness. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
Depression, Including Post-Partum Depression
Anxiety, Including Post-Partum Anxiety
Sexuality, Including LGBTQ Issues
Life Changes
Trauma
Parenting/Family Planning
Wellness and Physical Health
Vocation and Career
Relationships
Grief & Loss
Oppression and Social Justice
Women's Health
Self-Awareness/Personal Growth
Intercultural Issues
*My Master's Degree research focused on the impact of stigma on people with anxiety disorders. Rates (GST included): payable by cash, credit card, cheque, or e-mail money transfer
Individuals: $140/50 minute session or $210/80 minute session
Students: $90/50 minute session
Couples: $210/90minute session
Groups: TBA
