At midlife, I came to the realization that I was unfulfilled in my career and life in general. I decided to do something about it and I went back to school to complete a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, graduating with distinction. I have since completed a number of certifications in evidence-based methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotion Freedom Technique, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), SMART Recovery, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 1.
I became a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) because I'm passionate about helping people improve their mental health and live their best lives.
I work with people who have been impacted by trauma; are struggling with anxiety, depression, or OCD; are navigating relationship challenges or life changes; and are held back by self-defeating beliefs and behaviours. Having spent many years volunteering within the recovery community, I'm also passionate about helping people reach their goals related to substance use.
In our initial sessions, we will collaborate to establish therapeutic goals aimed at improving your quality of life and develop a customized treatment plan to start your healing journey. I offer in-person sessions in Paris, Ontario as well as online and by phone.