Most often, the purpose of couples therapy is to explore the challenges and negative cycles in the relationship that prevent a secure, intimate connection. Often, there have been what I call ‘relationship injuries’ that require exploration and resolution for both partners. Together, we can explore the experiences that led to disconnection or the breakdown […]
Is online counselling as effective and engaging as in person meetings? In a word, yes. As a counsellor, I am very comfortable meeting clients electronically. I have taken the time to take some training on conducting online sessions and I have read resources provided to me by the CCPA on the subject. In addition, I […]
Dr. Russ Harris, author of The Happiness Trap, has created a resource with practical steps to help us respond effectively to the COVID-19 crisis. Based on the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dr Harris has provided the acronym FACE COVID to provide you with a practical framework. FACE presents us with four helpful […]
You can often claim my services through Blue Cross, Manulife, Sun Life (Public Service HCP), Great-West Life, Green Shield Canada, Desjardins Insurance, MPI “Grief Counselling”, insurance policies having a “Health Spending Account” and other policies or EAPs, depending on the exact policy that you hold. I encourage you to call your provider ahead of your […]
Perspective: I believe that any situation is best addressed in a spirit of empathetic, non-judgmental collaboration. My goal is to come alongside individuals, couples and families to create conditions for healing, growth and resilience. We may not be able to control the external events in our lives or the choices and actions of people around […]
I have a Master’s Degree in counselling and am nationally certified as a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) by the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA – CCC #10001027). I have a rich background of over 20 years in counselling, educational settings and therapy. My years of experience with individuals, couples and youth give me the practical skills to build […]