Background

I have worked in the mental health field since 2022. I enjoy the work that I do by helping people who are struggling with their mental health and tailoring my approaches based on what every individual needs. I do my best to create a positive and safe environment where individuals feel comfortable opening up about their struggles so that we can work together to explore how we can best help you. Although it might be nerve-wracking, know that you have already taken that first step by asking for help.

Your therapeutic experience with me

I offer an integrative approach to finding what is best suited for you and your needs. This includes Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Person-Centred, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I give you the space and time you need to grow and implement changes while also exploring what potential challenges you come across and finding ways to overcome them so that we can help you achieve your goals.

Areas of expertise

These represent my core areas of expertise, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Trauma & PTSD

Anxiety & Worry

Depression

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Coping Skills

Stress

I also provide skilled support in these additional areas and welcome clients seeking help with these concerns.

Grief, Loss, And Bereavement

Dissociation

OCD

Work/life Balance

Suicidality

School Concerns

Sexual Abuse (rape, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Sex Trafficking)

Communication

Self-esteem & Self-worth

Romantic Relationships

Therapeutic approaches

These are my primary therapeutic approaches, backed by specialized training and extensive clinical experience.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps you identify, challenge, and modify maladaptive thinking patterns. It can help in addressing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. It can help you gain strategies for ways to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in difficult situations.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT is beneficial in helping individuals manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and reduce harmful behaviours. I introduce emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills to help indiviudals who struggle with regulating their emotions. This approach is effective for those with BPD.

Strength-based Approach

I use a strength-based approach, which involves focusing on and utilizing your strengths and resources to facilitate positive change. This type of approach can enhance one's self-esteem, and we build upon your existing strengths and skills.

Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (ACT)

I use ACT to help individuals accept uncomfortable experiences/feelings and commit to using their values when exploring what actions to take. It involves opening up about your thoughts and feelings without judgment and learning to observe them as they are rather than being controlled by them.

I also incorporate these evidence-based approaches when clinically appropriate:

Person-centered Approach

Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Mindfulness

Integrative

Trauma-informed Therapy

Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy

Client communities & cultural expertise

These are the client communities and cultural backgrounds I have specialized experience supporting.

Client populations I serve

Students

Young Adults

Adults

Teenagers

Men

Cultural expertise

Latin Community

Canadian

Professional credentials

Canadian Certified Counsellor
- No.10010808

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Educational background

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University, Canada

Bachelor of Arts Degree

University of Manitoba, Canada

Specialized training

Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Evergreen Certification

Dialectical Behavior Therapy for PTSD

Mental Health Academy

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