About
Are you feeling weighed down by life's challenges? Struggling with emotional regulation, relationships, anxiety, trauma, &/or stress? Seeking help can be daunting, but here, you'll find a compassionate, judgement free, & holistic approach tailored to your unique self or unique relationship. I offer a safe space for you to share, express emotions, & embark on a journey of healing and empowerment. Whether you need tools to manage anxiety, depression, or stress, explore your identity, process day-to-day events, or improve relationships, I'm here to listen and walk alongside you.
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My approach is person-centered and culturally informed. I utilize modalities like EMDR, CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused, Parts Work/Inner Child Work, & Narrative therapy. I work with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, self-discovery, motivation, relationships, & more.
You don't have to face life's struggles or relationship troubles alone. I am excited to meet you and see if this is a good fit. Let's embark on this journey together & work towards your well-being & therapeutic goals.
Who I help?
Teens
Adults
Seniors
Concerns I work with?
Couples
Languages
My Story
I believe that lived experience and diversity are essential in the world of therapy. I know what it’s like to be on the other side, to feel afraid to start therapy, yet know that support and strategies are needed. I come from a family of immigrants and grew up in a multiracial, multi-faith home. I have lived experience with anxiety, narcissistic abuse, and chronic pain. I began seeking therapy as a teenager, and it was transformative. It offered me a safe space to process, feel seen, and develop tools that helped me navigate life’s challenges.
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What I found most transformative in my own healing journey was the therapeutic relationship itself. Having someone who could truly listen, hold space, and offer non-judgmental support gave me the foundation to begin building self-compassion and creating meaningful change. I believe that this relationship is the first and most important step in the therapeutic process, and it’s something I deeply value in the work I do with clients.
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That experience sparked a deep passion in me for supporting others. Therapy showed me that mental health does not have to carry shame or stigma, and that we are never truly alone in our experiences. It inspired my goal to create inclusive, affirming spaces where people feel safe, supported, and recognized. I believe mental health is just as important as physical health.
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My journey led me to pursue education in both mental health and social justice, as I strongly believe the two are interconnected. I am especially passionate about trauma-informed therapy and approaches that acknowledge the mind-body connection. My practice is grounded in somatic and processing-based modalities, such as EMDR, which help individuals safely explore and heal from trauma.
Over the years, I have worked in mental health settings within universities and with youth, always bringing with me a commitment to equity, compassion, and accessibility. These experiences, both personal and professional, shaped the foundation of this practice. I understand how vulnerable and overwhelming starting therapy can be. My hope is to create a space that feels accessible, gentle, and rooted in understanding, so that people from all walks of life feel supported on their path to healing.
Education
HBA - Wilfrid Laurier University
MA - University of Waterloo
MACP - Yorkville University
Certifications
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Certified Clinical Trauma Professional - Evergreen Certifications
Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional - Integrative Sex and Couples Certification Training with Tammy Nelson - Evergreen Certifications
EMDR Basic Training - Personal Transformation Institute
Working Together: Grief Therapy for Suicide Loss - Portland Institute for Loss and Transition
Relational Interviewing with Conflicted Couple Relationships - Vancouver School for Narrative Therapy
Mental Health First Aid - Mental Health Commission of Canada
Intercultural Competence - Wilfrid Laurier University