My Philosophy
My counselling style is dynamic. I steer clear of ‘one size fits all’ thinking. I understand each of us as having a unique set of circumstances that leads us to seek support.
As such, I take an integrative approach and pull from multiple evidence based practices. The primary disciplines informing my therapeutic orientation are Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, Gestalt and Hakomi principles, Buddhist Psychology and Neuroscience research.
The keystone of my work is mindfulness awareness. This creates space for unconscious, often times maladaptive beliefs and behaviors to surface, which we unpack and make sense of together.
I believe that there is often an intelligent explanation for our behaviors. Even when they’re harmful and outdated, they’re serving a purpose. I prefer to organize and make sense of why we do what we do rather than pathologize.
As such, I support clients with understanding what needs are trying to get met. Together we update your operating system by finding better ways to meet these needs that don’t come at such a cost.
I’m aware that there are times in our lives where we can lose sight of our worth and struggle to feel confident in ourselves. My job is to put that back into focus for you and have you connecting with your unique value. As your counsellor, I see myself as your champion for this.
Biography
I hold a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Anthropology from St. Thomas University, and a Masters degree in Transpersonal Counselling Psychology from Naropa University.
I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the CCPA, and a Registered Psychotherapist in Colorado, USA.
With over a decade supporting people on a personal growth path, I’ve had the unique opportunity to work with individuals and families as a Wilderness Therapist, and in more conventional clinical settings as a Certified Counsellor, all within the field of mental health and addictions.
Prior to stepping into my calling as a therapist I worked in the outdoor industry and tried my hand at international development work. These experiences taught me grit and compassion respectively - two things I draw upon daily in my work as a counsellor.
I’m a former competitive gymnast, high level climber and mountain runner. I have a strong appreciation for community, authentic relationship, spending time in nature, globetrotting and humor!
A Personal Note
For years I grappled with self-limiting beliefs and emotional confusion despite outwardly seeming to have it all together.
That, combined with a perpetual thirst for personal growth and understanding human behavior, led me to my own therapeutic journey.
Through my personal exposure to counselling, combined with a regular meditation practice, I started to experience a restored sense of wholeness and purpose. I came to recognize genuine happiness and joy, and managed to uncover my worth.
Believing so strongly in this process, I’ve dedicated myself to supporting others with stepping onto this path.