warmth • connection • change

 

approach

I draw from many therapeutic approaches. They include:

strengths-based

What’s already going right for you? Let’s leverage that to bring about change.

attachment

Our early experiences with caregivers have impacts on our adult lives.

gottman method couples therapy

Research-based, practical strategies to improve communication, reduce conflict and enhance intimacy.

shame resilience

Brene Brown’s research has found that when we are vulnerable and connect with others, we are more resilient to shame and blame.

cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Our thoughts and feelings impact how we act.

trauma-informed

We make our best attempts to resolve problems but sometimes we need new strategies, especially if we’ve been through traumatic experiences.

solution-focused

An emphasis on problem solving (rather than endless talking) can be very helpful.

body aware

Our physical and emotional sensations and our “gut” feelings are important.

mindfulness/meditation

Being aware of the present moment can help reduce anxiety, improve concentration and bring greater peace.

existentialist

Considering the “big questions” like freedom, responsibility and the meaning of life can make life more purposeful.

self-compassion

We make more progress when we are kind to ourselves instead of harsh.

 

PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE & DEGREES

  • Canadian Certified Counsellor #1007679, Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

  • Registered Clinical Counsellor #16529, BC Association of Clinical Counsellors

  • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Simon Fraser University (2019)

  • Bachelor of Arts in Music, Brigham Young University (2002)

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

  • Externship in Emotion-Focused Therapy, Vancouver Couple and Family Institute (2022)

  • Working with ADHD-Impacted Relationships Through the Emotionally Focused Therapy Lens, South Florida Community for EFT (2022)

  • Ethical Non-Monogamy for Therapists, Therapeutic Diversity Training (2020)

  • Collaborative Conflict Resolution & Mediation Skills, Justice Institute of BC (2020)

  • Trauma & Affair Recovery, The Gottman Institute (2020)

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy Levels 1-3, The Gottman Institute (2017, 2019)

    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Couple and Individual Counsellor, Best Marriages (2019-2021)

  • Healthy Families Counsellor, Deltassist Family and Community Services (2018-2019)

  • Adult, Youth and Child Counsellor, Touchstone Family Association (2017-2018)

  • Crisis Line Volunteer, Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC (2014-2016)