I graduated from the University of Victoria educational psychology counselling program in 2007 with a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, and I am registered with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). My studies and training have focused on couples (all lifestyles), trauma recovery, first responder stress injuries, multicultural counselling and the areas of self-concept and self-esteem. My training has included working with survivors of sexual assault, abuse and traumatic brain injury using in-depth client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and a somatic experiencing framework. I am also a gottman method level 2 trained couples therapist. I held a counselling position at BC Families in Transition – BCFIT (formerly the divorce and separation resource centre and now family services of greater victoria) for 4 years and a counsellor/case manager position at Lifetime Networks Victoria (LNV) for 6 years. LNV is an organization that builds safe and secure futures for those isolated and vulnerable due to disability within our community by developing and maintaining lifelong personal support networks that include family, friends and community. I held a position on the BCACC delegates counsel for 3 years and strive to continue learning and helping others educate themselves in the field of psychology.I am approved to work with eligible claimants of the Crime victims assistance program

I am approved to work with eligible claimants of the Crime victims assistance program

I see therapy as an opportunity for clients to realize their own strengths and create the changes they envision for themselves through the safety of a supportive, caring and respectful client-therapist relationship. I believe in keeping therapy as brief as possible and focusing on solutions.