Registered Social Worker, Saint John, NB

Pronouns: she/her 

“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can’t survive.” Brene Brown

About Me:

I am passionate about creating meaningful relationships with the people with whom I am privileged to work, and striving to foster safe and empowering spaces for healing and growth.

I use an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. I draw from a variety of modalities including EMDR, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems and Narrative therapy.

Quick Facts:

Specialties:

· Sexual and gender-based violence recovery

· Emotional Regulation

· Self-Compassion

· PTSD, anxiety, depression

Therapies and Approaches Used: I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, so I draw from various modalities-tailored to your unique needs.

Clients I Work With: Adults (16+)

Location: In-person (Saint John, NB) or virtual (NB)

Availability: Thursdays 8:30 am-4:30 pm – I am currently accepting new clients

Languages: English

Credentials & Training:

• Master of Social Work (Memorial University)
• Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
• Trauma-Focused CBT
• Counselling Survivors of Sexual Violence
• Internal Family Systems (IFS) (Intro)

Additional training:

• Motivational Interviewing
• Brief Solution-Focussed therapy
• Narrative Therapy (Intro)

Why Clients Work with Me:

I believe in person-centred care and the importance of building a strong therapeutic alliance, striving to create a gentle, compassionate, and collaborative environment to support clients in meeting their therapeutic goals.

Making the decision to begin therapy can be overwhelming. Clients have shared that my relaxed and calm approach has helped them to feel grounded and safe in what can be a vulnerable time.

Things I like to do in my spare time:

Outside of my professional work, I enjoy spending time with my family—whether we’re exploring local beaches and trails, playing with our cats, or trying out new recipes in the kitchen.