About Me

My Story

I have taken pieces from each part of my personal history and incorporated them into my counselling practice. Here are just some of the things that have influenced me on my own journey.

How I became a counsellor

I have had significant injuries in my life, both physical and emotional. I have had experiences in my life that have brought me to a place of suffering and distress. I have also done my own work around accepting the different aspects of myself, to live a life filled with meaning.

I am passionate about connecting with others who are in the process of healing. Through my work, I have seen incredible changes that continue to give me hope for every person that I see who is suffering. I am invested in helping people to change their patterns of being to support the life they really want.

The current work I do

I see clients through my private practice. I also see clients through Armour Addictions Services, where I do in-depth trauma work.

During the other days of the week, I work at a local agency with individuals and couples that have experienced domestic violence.

My days as a student

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master’s of Counselling from the University of Victoria. During my Master’s degree, my focus was on working with men who had PTSD.

I am also a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) under the purview of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.

My days as a support worker

I worked for 2 years in supported housing, operating under a housing first, harm reduction philosophy. I worked everyday in the homes of people who had spent a significant amount of time on the streets and who were using substances fairly heavily. I witnessed violence, systemic injustice, suffering and loss. I also witnessed incredible moments of compassion, resiliency, growth and solidarity.

My days as an athlete

I played 16 years softball and 9 years of hockey. I grew up going to training sessions, tournaments and practices every week. Sometimes, I played for multiple teams at once and had the immense privilege of travelling to recruiting tournaments all over North America. When I was 18, I was recruited to play softball in the NCAA. I played for 1 season before my body gave in to my injuries and I decided to expand my horizons. Although I no longer play organized sports, I am an advocate for athlete mental health.