My practice is grounded in postmodern theory and is deeply impacted by feminist values. I believe that all people have an innate ability to grow and change, but that ability is sometimes limited by difficult circumstances or 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.

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 more on overarching goals 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.

Narrative therapy

dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)

existential therapy

Internal family systems (IFS) informed therapy

acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

MA, PSYCHOTHERAPY — WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY

BA, PSYCHOLOGY — UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

BA, LEGAL STUDIES — UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

Before I became a therapist, i worked in social services for over 7 years. i faciliated groups and provided counselling and case management for individuals impacted by sexual violence, women with barriers to employment, and people facing substance use challenges.

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.