Seeing clients as of Feb 5, 2025
Personal Statement:
I am a Social Worker, who has worked for many years in mental wellness and psychotherapy. Life events that I have faced deepen the respect and honor I have for your unique personal experiences. I will never truly know how it feels to be you. However, I do understand hardship and pain at many levels and the benefit of having someone by your side during these times.
I like the metaphor of going through life with a tool belt on. The tools, or ways we cope, help us when we face difficulties. Sometimes, we forget the tools we have because we haven’t used them for a while. Other times, it is helpful to learn to use our tools in a new way. Frequently, we will discover some new ones to put up against a problem. I offer a safe space to talk about how you feel. Your goals for therapy are the most important part. I am there to support you as you work through the issues that you would like to address.
I am dedicated to coming alongside you as you navigate the path to cognitive, emotional, and spiritual well-being. I believe it is a great privilege to do so. Growth is possible.
On a more personal note: I live in St. Thomas, Ontario. You will usually find me in my gardens from Spring to Fall! I have 4 children, one grandson, and a grand-puppy.
Counselling Focus
Anxiety, Stress, Grief, Dementia, Anger Management, Caregivers, Coping Skills, Geriatric and Seniors, Emotional Disturbance, Insomnia, Education and Learning Disabilities, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality, Thinking Disorders, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Personal growth
Areas of Special Interest:
- Christian Counselling
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Gottman Method (Level 1)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-centred
- Strengths-based
- Positive Psychology
- Single-Session therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Education and Certifications
- King’s University College, Bachelor of Social Work
- University of Windsor, Master of Social Work
- Wilfrid Laurier University – Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Royal Conservatory Ontario- Piano Teacher