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Background

I’m a trauma-informed integrative therapist who tailors care to each unique individual. My approach blends evidence-based practices like somatic work, mindful self-compassion, and polyvagal theory to support nervous system healing and emotional well-being. I view emotions not as problems to fix, but as signals guiding us toward deeper safety, connection, and self-trust. Together, we’ll work at your pace to cultivate clarity, resilience, and a sense of being truly seen. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to explore if we’re a good fit.

Your therapeutic experience with me

In my care, clients can expect a calm, non-judgmental space where all parts of them are welcome. I offer gentle, collaborative guidance — never pushing, always attuning to what feels safe and possible in the moment. Sessions often weave quiet reflection with somatic awareness, helping you tune into your body’s wisdom and feel more grounded in your experience. I’ll support you in making sense of emotions, patterns, and past experiences without rushing your process. Many clients say they feel deeply seen and able to exhale — perhaps for the first time in a long time.

Areas of expertise

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

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Self Esteen & Self-worth

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Anxiety & Worry

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Guilt & Shame

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Anger Management

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Assertiveness & Boundaries

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Emotional Distress

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

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Interpersonal Relationships

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Depression

Therapeutic approaches

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

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Somatic Therapy

This approach integrates body awareness with attachment theory to gently uncover how past relationships have shaped your present experience. Together, we explore sensations and emotions in the body, helping you develop deeper self-trust, emotional regulation, and relational safety.

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Polyvagal

Grounded in nervous system science, this framework helps us understand how your body responds to stress and connection. I use it to guide practices that restore a sense of calm and safety — not just mentally, but physiologically — empowering you to move through the world with more ease.

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Mindfulness

This gentle, research-backed approach helps you relate to yourself with kindness instead of criticism. It’s especially helpful in moments of shame, overwhelm, or burnout. Through mindful practices, we cultivate inner warmth, balance, and emotional strength.

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Trauma-informed Therapy

I bring a trauma-sensitive lens to all of my work. This means honoring your pace, your boundaries, and your innate capacity to heal. You’ll never be pushed to revisit something before you’re ready — instead, we work together to build the internal resources needed for sustainable healing.

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

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Gottman Couples Therapy

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Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT)

Client communities & cultural expertise

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

Client populations I serve

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Families

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Young Adults

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Adults

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Older Adults

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Parents

Professional credentials

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Canadian Certified Counsellor
- No.11255325

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
- No.17054

College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

Educational background

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Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University, Canada

Practice locations & services

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