I strive to create a calm and welcoming environment where you feel respected, supported, and at ease. My approach is grounded in professionalism, compassion, and a belief that genuine connection and trust form the foundation of meaningful change.

Qualifications:

• Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
• Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology: UBC
• Certified in EMDR Therapy: EMDRIA/EMDR Canada
• Trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy: Levels 1 & 2, plus Treating Affairs and Trauma and Couples and Addiction Recovery
• Trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)
• Advanced post-graduate training in EMDR, trauma treatment, anxiety, attachment-based therapy, mindfulness, and body-oriented approaches
• Grounded in polyvagal-informed and mind–body integration strategies that support nervous system regulation and resilience
• Ongoing commitment to professional development to stay current with research and emerging therapeutic practices

Experience:

• 20 years of clinical counselling experience supporting adults and couples
• Special focus on trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, and major life transitions (including early parenthood, midlife change, perimenopause, and menopause)
• Experience working with individuals and couples in both private practice and educational settings
• Former counsellor at the University of the Fraser Valley: provided personal counselling and facilitated groups on trauma, anxiety, and healthy relationships