Towards Effective and Measurable Changes

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology, member of Canadian Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Experienced in supervising and teaching masters level counsellors. Trained in creative methods.

Practice Description

I believe in empowerment and emotional validation/liberation. That means that I provide and foster acceptance, which I believe is a necessary pre-requisite to change. Once understanding and trust are reached, we work more actively towards measurable changes. I believe it is my job to make sure that I am providing effective service, that I am clear on what my role is and how I am helping you reach your goals. I use a collaborative approach, meaning I will let you know what and why I am doing something. I am also very genuine and direct, so there is no discomfort and wondering what it is I am feeling or thinking. I am a truly caring human being with diverse life experiences and that helps me to understand and relate to a broad range of clients.

I will complete a thorough assessment and offer you a description of what it is I think needs to be done and how I can help, so you can decide if you want to engage in counselling. Please visit my website for more information about my philosophy.

Additional Information

Most of my services are covered by extended health benefits, through my association with a group practice and registered supervisor. Please inquire if you have any questions about this.

I have experience working with anxiety, depression, gay/lesbian couples and heterosexual relationship counselling, mother/daughter relationship work, boundaries, trauma, child abuse, pre-marital communication improvement, career counselling, creativity coaching, perfectionism, body image disturbance, bulimimia, binge eating, gender issues, depression, low self esteem, life transition, bereavement, cultural adjustment and more