There are many reasons why someone might explore therapy:

• Having someone to talk to outside of their personal life

• Processing difficult or traumatic experiences or states of being

• Learning new information or tools

Some people come to therapy for a fixed number of sessions to meet their goals. Others find continuing therapy helpful to maintain and support their emotional and psychological well-being.

If you have a list of things you’d like to work on, that’s great! Let’s talk about it.

But I’m happy to help if you’re unsure, overwhelmed, or if just reaching out feels like a big step.

Although there are no guarantees, there are some steps to find out if we might be a good fit for one another:

1. Read this website. If you resonate with it, let’s talk!

2. Book a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions and get a sense for how we might work together.

3. Explore your expectations and goals for the therapeutic process.

I want you to feel supported and empowered in your journey, full stop. Whether you go with me or another referral, I’d be glad to be a part of the process.

Relational, warm, and supportive.
Human first, therapist second.

I will:

• Gently challenge when it’s helpful to do so,

• Take an integrative approach,

• Check in often to ensure we’re on the same page and

• Ensure you feel empowered to make the changes you’re seeing.

I welcome feedback, and I can be more pragmatic and directive when needed.

I value education and understanding the “why” behind how we think, act, feel, and relate to ourselves and others. I strive to support you in knowing this for yourself, too.

There are three options for appointment locations:

• Virtual

• In person at my office in Coquitlam, or

• In person at Providence Therapy in Vancouver

I find most people have a personal preference for virtual or in-person sessions, but either can be beneficial. We can meet in whatever way is most convenient and helpful for you.

Please see below for current rates:

Individual session (50 min) - $180

Individual session (80 min) - $288

Relationship session (50 min) - $225

Relationship session (80 min) - $360

I do offer direct billing with many providers. Please check if your extended health benefits plan covers Registered Clinical Counsellors as every plan is different.

*limited equitable sliding scale rates are available, please inquire if this is a barrier for you.

People who work in trauma-exposed professions often carry experiences that are difficult to explain to those outside their field. Whether you're a first responder, healthcare worker, social worker, therapist, or another helping professional, your work may involve repeated exposure to stress, trauma, responsibility, and high expectations all while you continue to care for others.

My approach recognizes the unique culture of these professions and the ways they can shape identity, relationships, nervous system functioning, and day-to-day life. Therapy isn't about "fixing" you; it's about creating a place where you can process what you've been carrying, reconnect with yourself outside of your professional role, and build sustainable ways of coping. Even if what you're bringing feels new or scary to you, you don't have to worry about shocking me. My role is to meet you with steadiness, compassion, and curiosity so you don't have to carry it alone.

At the same time, we don't have to spend every session talking about work. Many clients come to therapy for relationship concerns, life transitions, parenting, anxiety, or simply because they're ready to invest in themselves. Whatever brings you here, we'll face it together.