I believe that people come to therapy already possessing the strengths, knowledge, and internal resources to heal, even when these may be difficult to recognize during periods of distress. Therapy provides an opportunity to better understand what has happened to you, how your experiences continue to affect you, and what you may need to heal. A therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe, respected, and supported is central to this process. 

My approach is collaborative and non-judgmental. I will support and gently challenge you as we work together to identify patterns, develop new ways of coping, and make changes that are meaningful to you. I take a holistic approach to therapy that recognizes the connection between mind and body and considers the relationships, environments, identities, and life experiences that shape emotional well-being. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, I work with clients to understand the experiences and circumstances contributing to their distress and to support healing emotionally, psychologically, physically, and spiritually.

I have specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and extensive experience working with trauma and PTSD. My additional training includes neuropsychology, intimate partner violence, mindfulness-based practices, somatic processing, and anti-racist psychotherapy. Depending on your needs, I integrate approaches including EMDR, cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, trauma-informed therapy, energy psychology, and anti-racist and anti-oppressive psychotherapy.

An important part of my practice involves understanding how experiences of racism, discrimination, oppression, and marginalization can affect mental health and well-being. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Social Work, where my research focuses on racism and racial trauma. This work complements my clinical practice and reflects my commitment to understanding trauma within the broader contexts in which people's lives are situated.

I hold Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Work degrees from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Toronto. I am registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and am a member of EMDR Canada, the EMDR International Association, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. I remain committed to ongoing professional development and to providing thoughtful, culturally responsive, and evidence-informed care.