About me
My Values & Approach
I believe that, much like a fern unfurling in the forest, growth happens best when the environment is right - not when it’s forced. In my practice I don’t see you as a case to be managed or a problem to be fixed. I see a human being who is doing their best to navigate a world that wasn’t always built with them in mind.
I work from a person-centered, humanistic, and feminist lens, which is a fancy way of saying that I see you as the expert of your own life. My role isn’t to be the authority figure in the room; it’s to be a curious, empathetic, and occasionally humourous collaborator. I focus on supporting autonomy and lived experience, ensuring that our work together respects your unique nervous system and identity.
To help us navigate the messy parts of being human, I lead with the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This isn’t about chasing constant happiness; it’s about making room for the full spectrum of the human experience while building a life that feels deeply meaningful to you.
In our work together this looks like:
Radical Acceptance: We stop the exhausting tug-of-war with difficult thoughts or feelings. Instead of trying to delete them, we learn how to make room for them so that they stop running the show
Ditching the “Shoulds”: We work on unhooking from the stories society, schools, or even our own brains tell us about who we “ought” to be.
Value-Driven Living: We identify what you actually care about and find small, workable ways to head in that direction, even when things feel heavy.
Whether we’re working through neurodivergent burnout, navigating identity, or simply trying to find a bit of ease in a chaotic world, my goal is to help you move toward a life that belongs entirely to you.
Who I Am
I’m a queer and neurodivergent human, and a firm believer that the best therapeutic work happens when we can both show up as our whole selves. I’m not a “blank slate” therapist. I bring my full (and often weird) self to our sessions.
When I’m not working, I’m usually leaning into a “slow and nerdy” lifestyle. I’m a fan of science fiction and fantasy in all forms…whether it’s a marathon of a favourite TV show, a board game night with friends, or a deep dive into a book I just can’t put down (or stop listening to!). I’m also an avid cook, a hiker, a crafter, and a massive animal lover. If you have a pet, consider this a standing invitation to share photos!
Background & Experience
Over the last two decades, my path has taken me from direct intervention to clinical leadership, and eventually into provincial and school district consulting across British Columbia. I’ve taught university level courses, led crisis intervention workshops, and travelled the province helping educators and multidisciplinary teams understand what support actually looks like in the classroom. If you have ever sat through an IEP meeting feeling like your child (or yourself) was being reduced to a list of behaviours to be managed, I know that tension well. I’ve spent a lot of time on the other side of that table, pushing for approaches that prioritize dignity and understanding. I have dedicated much of my career to helping the “system” (schools, homes, and communities) understand that success isn’t about compliance - it’s about regulation, safety, and a deep understanding of what a person needs to thrive.
I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC #11250550) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Assocation (CCPA) and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA #1-13-13780). I hold a Master of Science in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University (2025) and a Master of Science in Applied Behaviour Analysis from St. Cloud State University (2012). I am in the process of completing my hours to become a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia.