My Approach
My style can be described as warm, authentic, and active. I am committed to meeting you wherever you are on your journey with compassion, a desire to understand your concerns, so as to bring clarity, and provide you with practical and effective skills to suffer less and live more. While I draw from a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, the relationship we build is the ultimate instrument of healing.
Issues Addressed
1. Anxiety and Stress
2. Depression
3. Trauma and PTSD
4. Relationship and Interpersonal Issues
5. Life Transitions and Adjustment Issues
6. Addiction and Substance Use
7. Self-Identity and Self-Esteem
8. Work or Career Issues
9. Chronic Illness or Disability
10. Anger and Emotional Regulation
11. Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders
12. Personal Development and Growth
Therapeutic Modalities
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CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
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ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
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SFT (Solution Focused Therapy)
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CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy)
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Mindfulness (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy)
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CIT (Compassionate Inquiry Therapy)
Qualifications
I am a registered psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a member in good standing with the Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists.
I have a Psychology degree from McMaster University, and several additional certificates including Vocational Rehabilitation, Conflict Management. I am PGAP (Progressive Goal Attainment Program) certified, and am a CMHA certified Psychological Health and Safety Advisor.
I am an avid learner, always reading and attending lectures, workshops and conferences related to the field of psychotherapy. I have extensive experience in a variety of clinical, community and corporate settings including chronic pain clinics, hospice and workplace disability management. If you would like to know details about my professional development endeavours, just ask, and I will be happy to share the more extensive list.
I am also a student of life attending Human U, just like you. I too struggle at times with the ‘human condition’. I care.