As an experienced and compassionate counselor, I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore, communicate, and process your thoughts and emotions. I believe in your inherent strengths and resources, and I see my role as assisting you in accessing these inner capabilities to achieve your therapy goals. Together, we will work to enhance your self-awareness and insight, facilitating positive changes in the areas where you face challenges.
I am here to help you understand and shift patterns in your thinking, emotions, and behavior. My aim is to support you in finding the courage to navigate life’s challenges and discover a sense of meaning, purpose, and belonging.
I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology in Vancouver, BC, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. I am a long-standing Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. With over 15 years of experience, I have worked with adults, children, youth, couples, and families in various mental health settings, treatment centers, and community agencies. My roles have included Mental Health Clinician, Clinical Counsellor, Family Therapist, Couples Counsellor, Mediator, and Group Therapist. I have supported individuals dealing with trauma, addiction, self-harm, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, relationship issues, and problematic eating patterns.
Grounded in Adlerian principles, I believe our early life experiences shape core beliefs that influence our behavior. Some of these beliefs serve us well, while others may need adjustment to help us achieve our goals in well-being, relationships, family, community, and career. We all strive for acceptance, both from others and ourselves.
I adopt a holistic perspective, recognizing that each person views the world through a unique lens.
My practice integrates various therapy modalities, including
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy,
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy,
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy,
Emotionally Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy,
Mindfulness-Based Techniques,
and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I tailor my approach to meet the individual needs of each person or couple.
**I Offer : Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Teen Therapy**
• Fears, anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive behaviors
• Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Depression
• Addiction issues
• Grief and loss
• Life and work stress or transitions
• Relationship issues
• Parenting issues
• Prenatal and postpartum mental health• Disordered eating
• Body image issues
• Self-esteem issues
My passion lies in supporting you on your journey towards healing and growth. I offer both in-person counseling at our Coquitlam location and virtual sessions for your convenience.
