My approach to therapy comes from a trauma-informed, client centered, strength based, and solution focused approach.

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I may be a subject matter expert in a number of areas, including trauma, child abuse and family violence, however, I firmly believe that you are the expert in your own life. My goal is to support you in a process of discovery and finding the answers you seek to live the life you want. I strongly believe people can be empowered to find their own answers. I am here to help you work through the hurts and issues that are robbing you of the life and joy you deserve.

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My Education

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I am a lifelong learner. I started my post-secondary education at Memorial University in Newfoundland in 1990, where I completed a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and a Criminology Certificate.

I completed a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from the University of Calgary in 2011 and in 2017 I complete a Master of Social Work (MSW) with a clinical specialization, also from the University of Calgary.

I have been a registered Social Worker (RSW) since 2000. I am a certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP) through the International Association of Trauma Professionals (IATP).

Therapy models that I have received certified training and am skilled to provide Include:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EDMR)

• Play Therapy

• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy