About Olivia

I am a Registered Psychotherapist dedicated to helping people develop a deeper understanding of themselves and make meaningful changes that support growth, self-trust, and a more fulfilling life.

In therapy, we engage in an in-depth exploration of the experiences that have shaped who you are today. Together, we look at how past trauma and relational wounds continue to influence your emotions, relationships, and sense of self in the present. I use an integrative approach that simultaneously supports deep insight and practical change.

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At a Glance

  • Therapeutic Approach

    My work is grounded in the belief that all people have an innate capacity for growth and change. However, that capacity is often shaped and constrained by trauma, difficult relational experiences, and oppressive social systems. I won’t tell you how I think your challenges developed. Rather, we co-create an understanding based on your knowledge of yourself and your context.

  • What to Expect in Sessions

    i am kind, but direct, so i work well with clients who are open to being challenged. i prioritize continuity between sessions, meaning we focus on overarching goals more than updates from the week. although my approach is goal-oriented, my sessions are unstructured and exploratory — that means no worksheets or structured homework. i also value humour, so we’ll connect if you love to laugh, too.

  • Modalities

    Narrative therapy

    dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)

    Internal family systems (IFS) therapy

    existential therapy

    acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

    Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

  • Education

    MA, PSYCHOTHERAPY — WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY

    BA, PSYCHOLOGY — UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

    BA, LEGAL STUDIES — UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

  • Professional Background

    Prior to becoming a therapist, I spent over eight years working in the not-for-profit sector with individuals navigating trauma, complex family dynamics, and experiences of discrimination. I also have additional training in trauma-informed care, suicide intervention, and crisis intervention.

  • Outside of Work

    When i’m not working with clients, i love reading (especially thrillers), hot yoga and pilates, cooking & baking, and spending lots of time exploring kw with my family & friends.

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