Life is never a straight road, it has its twists and turns, rivers to swim, and mountains to climb. For those times in your life that feel more challenging, my goal is to help you navigate stress and adapt to change. I am very client-focused and can walk alongside you through this time in your life when you perhaps need a little extra support. I provide more than “talk therapy,” my goal is to provide you with research-based practical tools that can help you rethink, reframe and problem-solve. It’s a little like the old saying “Teach a man to fish, feed him for a lifetime.” I provide the tools and the concepts so you can be your own therapist!
I am a Registered Nurse (RN) and a Registered Psychotherapist (RP). In both these roles I have worked with a wide variety of people, each with their unique struggles.
· As an RP, I have effectively worked with couples struggling with communication, lack of connection, family issues, disagreements, infidelity, and trust.
· I have enjoyed working with ages 14 and up with life transitions and mood disorders.
· As a mental health nurse, I have worked with people struggling with anxiety, depression, addictions, personality disorders and grief.
· I have provided crisis intervention as both a Crisis Nurse in the Emergency Department and as a Crisis Responder with Victims Services for the City of Kawartha Lakes. I do not however, provide crisis support in psychotherapy.
I am trained in the use of EMDR. This type of therapy is particularly helpful for trauma and a wide variety of issues. I use only evidenced-based therapy and interventions:
For individuals, I use a combination of:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) These therapies can be effective with a wide variety of issues such as:
· Anxiety, SAD & GAD
· Depression
· Emotional Eating
· Substance use
· Trauma and PTSD
· Stress management
· Confidence and Self-esteem
· Emotional Processing
For couples I use a blend of:
The Gottman MethodEmotionally Focused Therapy These can be effective for:
· Learning to reconnect
· Increasing intimacy
· Resolving relationship distress & conflict
· Learning effective communication skills
· Navigate infidelity
· Stop arguments
· Bringing back the spark! Virtual Psychotherapy
My psychotherapy services are entirely virtual, providing therapy to every corner of Ontario. I currently enjoy working with teenagers aged 14 and up, adults, and couples.
There are many benefits to virtual psychotherapy:
· The therapist and client can both be seen via secure video conferencing.
· The therapist can show graphics, concepts, and worksheets via screen sharing capability
· Conveniently attend sessions from the comfort of your home or elsewhere
· When you feel comfortable in your own environment, you are able to share more easily.
· Save the time and expense of commuting to appointments.
· Stay safe with regard to COVID protocols Availability
I will do my absolute best to accommodate your busy schedule. I have evenings appointments available and weekend appointments available on request.