Originally from Yarmouth County, I moved to the Annapolis Valley to pursue my post-graduate education and have since built my practice around supporting individuals through life’s most challenging transitions.

I work with individuals experiencing grief and bereavement, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and the emotional impact of life-limiting or terminal diagnoses. Whether you are navigating your own diagnosis or supporting someone you love, I strive to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.

My passion for this work comes from a combination of personal, professional, and academic experience. Having cared for family members living with chronic illness and experienced the loss of my father to a chronic illness, I understand that grief and change are rarely straightforward. I believe healing begins by creating space to express thoughts and emotions openly and without judgment.

I also have a special interest in supporting caregivers. While caregiving can be deeply meaningful, it can also be exhausting, isolating, and overwhelming. Together, we can explore ways to cope with these challenges, navigate uncertainty, and help you maintain a sense of yourself while caring for someone else.

My counselling approach is values-based and client-centred. I believe that each person’s values shape how they navigate life’s challenges, and I work collaboratively with clients to ensure therapy reflects what matters most to them. I also welcome conversations about meaning, purpose, and existential questions when these become part of a client’s journey.

Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my family. I’m an avid hockey and football fan, enjoy cooking and baking, and love ending the day with a freshly baked cookie and a good movie.

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I grew up on the Canadian prairies and found my way to Nova Scotia through my university education. I have lived in the Annapolis Valley since 2018 and love the beautiful blend of agriculture and coastland.

Through my own personal life experiences, I’ve faced many different situations personally that have shaped me into the person that I am today. Many great people have helped and supported me along the journey. As a Registered Counselling Therapist, I am here to help and support you as you work through your ups and downs.

My journey with ADHD started when my spouse was diagnosed in 2020 with Inattentive ADHD. I became passionate about helping individuals and couples as they navigate what it means to live with ADHD and how to address the specific challenges it presents. Through my own diagnosis of combined type ADHD in 2022, I have come to a deeper understanding of ADHD and how to support my clients with their struggles.

I use a compassionate and caring approach to help individuals cope with anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, overcoming trauma, and the specific challenges that come with ADHD. I am committed to helping people develop the skills, tools, and abilities they need to thrive in their life. I have experience working with veterans, active military members, high school students, university students, parents, grandparents, and those who are both married or divorced.

Qualifications

– Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (NSCCT)

– Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).

Modalities

– Somatic Experiencing (SE)

– Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

– Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

– EMDR

– Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

– Developmental Model of Couples Therapy

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