My Approach
My way of helping integrates knowledge and understanding of how our thoughts (cognitions), feelings, behaviors, beliefs, experiences, and circumstances influence our ability to enjoy life. I help people figure out what’s working for them and what’s not—to identify patterns of thought and behavior, as well as beliefs that may be at the root of their struggles. I help people work with these roots—to develop knowledge, gain insight, and build skills that support positive growth, change circumstances, and rekindle the peace and happiness we all deserve.
A Compassion-Based Approach
At times, we are all victims of our own minds. We think and behave in ways that aren’t helpful, ways that cause us to struggle. We can be our own worst critic, sometimes without even realizing it. It’s easy to extend compassion to others but so hard to be kind to ourselves. I help people recognize these patterns, understand where they come from, and begin shifting toward a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
An Acceptance-Based Approach
We often spend so much effort resisting our present reality—painful emotions, challenging circumstances, difficult decisions—that we have little energy for the things that bring us joy, meaning, and fulfillment. That which we resist persists.
What is, is—for now. But accepting our current reality doesn’t mean accepting that it will always be this way. We can choose to take steps toward positive change. When we stop resisting what is, we find a sense of peace and reclaim the energy we need to move forward. With greater clarity, we can take small steps that often lead to big changes—bringing us closer to the life we want.
A Neurodiversity-Informed Approach
Everyone’s brain works differently. Different doesn’t mean bad—nor does it mean good. Understanding how your brain works can bring a sense of peace, especially if you’ve always been told it was wrong.
Maybe you’ve heard over and over:
- "You have so much potential, but..."
- "Why can’t you just...?"
- "What’s wrong with you?"
Maybe you’ve even come to believe:
- "I’m not good enough."
- "I’ll never amount to anything."
We all have unique challenges—and we all have strengths. Understanding how your brain works, and that it works differently from others’, can empower you to find ways to make it work for you. Everyone’s path to healing looks different, but with the right strategies, you can build a life that works for you—one that brings success, satisfaction, and happiness.
“Sometimes it is the people no one can imagine anything of who do the things no one can imagine.” – Alan Turing
LET'S CONNECTA Trauma- and Attachment-Informed Approach
Our personal histories—our relationships and circumstances—shape the way we think, behave, believe, and feel. Some of these experiences have had a positive impact, while others may limit us and create barriers to the life we want. Understanding this can help us be kinder to ourselves and lay the foundation for growth.
I help people develop this awareness, gain insight into their situation, and uncover the strengths and resources that support healing and change.
So, my therapeutic approach is an eclectic one.
I use strategies and techniques from a range of therapeutic modalities you may have heard of, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy. I also integrate an understanding of how the body (soma) plays a vital role in emotional expression, and employ somatic techniques to help clients identify, understand, and process feelings. Additionally, I incorporate psychoeducation—helping clients understand how the mind, brain, and body work to influence our mental and emotional health—as a valuable tool in fostering wellness.
