I hope to be your lighthouse. Lighthouses are a powerful symbol of hope in the midst of stormy waters. “A lighthouse doesn’t save the ships; it doesn’t go out and rescue them, its just this pillar that helps to guide people home.” – Lea Michele.
“Healing is not about erasing the past, but changing how it lives in the present.”
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy provides a safe, supportive space to explore life's challenges, understand yourself more deeply, and develop tools for lasting emotional well-being.
What I Can Help With:
PTSD and complex trauma
Anxiety, depression, and anger
Stress and work-related burnout
Grief and loss
Sexual abuse and domestic violence
Childhood trauma and unresolved experiences
Relationship and attachment difficulties
Emotional overwhelm and difficulty regulating emotions
My Therapeutic Approach:
My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and grounded in an understanding of the nervous system. Together, we work toward:
Understanding your patterns – Exploring how childhood experiences, family dynamics, and relationships shape your present.
Nervous system regulation – Learning to recognize stress responses and develop tools to feel more grounded and balanced.
Emotional awareness – Understanding triggers, emotions, and automatic reactions.
Self-compassion and acceptance – Moving away from self-blame, criticism, and shame.
Healthy coping and self-care – Developing sustainable habits that support emotional well-being.
Personal growth and empowerment – Building confidence, self-awareness, and skills to navigate life's challenges independently.
What does EMDR Certification mean?
EMDR Basic Training is the foundation for learning EMDR therapy. Certification represents an additional level of training and clinical development, including further consultation, supervised experience, and demonstrated competency. As a Certified EMDR Therapist, I have completed these additional requirements.
EMDR Therapy for Adults
As an EMDR Certified Therapist, with advanced training in the Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol (R-TEP) and a Trauma Certificate from Wilfrid Laurier University, I specialize in helping individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process distressing experiences from the past or present that continue to affect their emotional well-being.
What EMDR Can Help With:
PTSD and complex trauma
Childhood trauma and emotional neglect
Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse
Bullying, rejection, and attachment wounds
Accidents, medical trauma, and traumatic loss
Disturbing memories and strong emotional triggers
Negative beliefs, shame, and feelings of not being good enough
Betrayal and distressing relationship experiences
Understanding Trauma:
Big T Trauma: Overwhelming experiences such as abuse, assault, accidents, or sudden loss.
Small t Trauma: Experiences such as chronic criticism, emotional neglect, bullying, or growing up in an unpredictable environment.
I also offer the Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol (R-TEP), a specialized EMDR approach for individuals who have experienced recent traumatic events.
How EMDR Can Help:
Process unresolved and distressing memories
Reduce emotional triggers and trauma-related distress
Shift negative beliefs about yourself
Strengthen emotional resilience and self-compassion
Help you move forward when insight alone hasn't brought lasting relief
What to Expect:
EMDR therapy often involves approximately 12–18 sessions, although some individuals may benefit from shorter or longer treatment depending on their needs and experiences.
“It takes courage to ask for help and strength to accept it.”
Fees and Policies
Individual Sessions: $175 / 60 minutes (tax included)
Sliding Scale: $90 / 60 minutes (available for Ontario Works, ODSP recipients, and students; please inquire about eligibility)
Cancellation Policy: 24 hours' notice required. Late cancellations or missed appointments incur a $90 fee.
Insurance Coverage: Psychotherapy may be covered by extended health benefits. Please check with your provider.
Tax Benefits: Registered Psychotherapist fees may qualify as eligible medical expenses under CRA guidelines. Keep your receipts.