I am a Registered Psychotherapist who works with a variety of issues and specializes in trauma, C-PTSD, parenting, burnout, anger management and fear. 

 

Sometimes you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, activated, angry, scared or irritable. I begin by doing my part in the therapeutic relationship -- I show up for you and ensure you are seen and heard so that you can begin to feel you can come as you are. With a gentle, laid back vibe I offer an integrated approach of psychoeducation, talk therapy and lifestyle changes. How this looks exactly is based on who you are and what you are bringing to the space.  

 

I am married, divorced, and remarried with two teenagers. I therefore have lived experience as a mother and partner that allows me to relate in our work together. I have also worn many hats in my professional life as a Homeopathic Practitioner and in various Sales and Retail Leadership roles. 

 

I incorporate a somatic and mindful approach to all clients who are open to finding sustainable strategies for coping that actually fit into your life outside of therapy.

 

Somatic EMDR is an expansion of the standard protocol. It supports healing from trauma effectively and holistically. This approach integrates EMDR therapy and somatic psychology into your trauma treatment plan and provides you with strategies to process stress, release what's holding you back, and expand your resilience. I am a big believer that we hold a lot of stress in our body so I offer simple and easy strategies to work out that stress. 

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Somatic & EMDR - "as stand-alone therapies these are now considered to be two of the best trauma models available. Integrating these therapies enhances the effectiveness of both" -Dr. Arielle Schwartz

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I completed my graduate studies at Yorkville University and the Canadian College of Homeopathic Medicine, and my undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto. I have since gone on to complete trainings in Somatic EMDR, Polyvagal, CBT and DBT.

 

I look forward to connecting with you!