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Traveling and working across the globe for over 20 years have provided me with rich and valuable cultural experiences. I have been both blessed and humbled by the countless stories shared by others. These stories have highlighted the critical importance of connecting with others and pursuit of a meaningful life.
I completed my bachelor's degree at Simon Fraser University (some courses at the University of Basel) with a double major in English and Psychology, and I graduated from Yorkville University with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology. I am registered as a Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), indicating that I have met "rigourous training and supervision requirements, and aspire to maintain the highest ethical and practice standards."
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which is a thoroughly scientifically researched and effective therapeutic approach targeting trauma. EMDR has also been used successfully with other issues such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, addiction, complicated grief, performance anxiety, stress, etc. I am also a certified nutrition coach - Precision Nutrition level 1 - a scientifically proven system for habit-based nutrition coaching, to better support the needs of some of my clientele.
Finally, I am a Mother, Wife, Aunt, Sister, and Daughter.
My ongoing mission in therapy is to provide a genuine, safe, non-judgemental, and trusting relationship - this is essential in achieving positive therapeutic results. I utilize Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT), a formal approach that empowers you, the client, to share how well you are doing and how well I am doing in helping you.