About Me
Licensed Counselling Therapist
I am a skilled and experienced therapist who offers counselling to teens and adults. I have invested greatly in my training to acquire the knowledge to allow for me to work effectively with a variety of therapeutic concerns. I have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Bachelor’s degree in Education specializing in Elementary Education and Guidance & Counselling. I have also obtained a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, all from the University of New Brunswick. I have multiple advanced and highly specialized trainings post Master’s degree in trauma.
I’m a Trauma & Resilience Practitioner with Clinical standing since 2019. I offer and have anchored myself using evidenced based therapies at Peaceful Presence Counselling Services such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which has been recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a first-choice treatment for (PTSD)-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. I have formal training and have studied DBT at an intensive level. I hold a certificate from the University of Toronto, School of Continuing Studies in DBT-Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I also have training from WPATH-World Professional Association for Transgender Health.
I have been providing private counselling services since 2016.
My Approach
My Counselling
I’m compassionate, authentic, genuine, open, transparent and care very much about my clients and truly want to bring them to a place of peace and assist bringing about powerful changes in their lives, hence the name of my clinical practice ‘Peaceful Presence.’ I can help carry whatever has brought individuals to counselling. Please know that I offer an emotionally safe space for you to just be you. I can sincerely tell you there is absolutely no shame or judgement with me. I’m a real human being and I know that you are too. It’s with profound privilege to bear witness and hear people’s stories. Your story matters greatly to me.
Commitment To Continuous Professional Learning
Continuous advanced professional learning is a part of my private practice. It’s important for me to be able to offer current and innovative treatments. I always have a book in one hand too and hold such high regard for reading and what it can offer. Whether it’s a shift in perspective, learning a new idea or two or simply a piece of comfort. More often than not you’ll hear me say “I have a book for that.” It’s a part of who I am along with engaging professionally with others.
Teens 16+
Do you have concerns or are worried about your teens’ emotional well-being? We can help develop new coping skills and strategies.
Adults
My philosophy is meeting you where you’re at in life. Together, we can create this path and tailor it to your personal needs and wants.
DBT
DBT is an evidence based form of cognitive behavior therapy for teenagers and adults experiencing difficulty managing their thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
Therapeutic Books
I will recommend books of various themes from my Peaceful Presence office library to help my clients enhance what is being done in between sessions.
Type 1 Diabetes
Has a loved one you care about been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes? Having access to emotional support is of value and so is speaking with someone who understands the nuances of T1D.
EMDR
EMDR is an integrative psycotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective.
