I’m passionate about helping you grow and make an impact.

My Journey

I bring a diverse background in social work and mental health, having supported people through roles with Vancouver Humane Society, Lu’ma Native Housing Society, Lookout Housing & Health Society, Phoenix Society, and MPA Society. My work has included tenant and shelter support, outreach, addictions and recovery programs, and mental health services.

I hold a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Victoria, an Associate Degree in Psychology from Douglas College, and a Professional Counselling Diploma from Rhodes Wellness College, where I later returned as a teaching assistant and practicum student.

I’ve overcome numerous personal challenges, including adversity within the medical and social services systems, struggles with addiction, mental health, and trauma. As a woman, and particularly as a queer woman, I’ve experienced both privilege and oppression. These lived experiences shape my commitment to lifelong personal growth and guide my work with clients. I deeply believe in the process of healing, and I’m here to offer unconditional positive regard and support through your own journey.

Areas of Expertise

Although I have experience in various areas, my current focus is working with individuals struggling with the following:

  • Boundary Setting

  • Dating & Relationships

  • Depression & Anxiety

  • Grief & Loss

  • Self-Esteem & Identity Issues

  • Mental Health & Nutrition

  • Addiction Recovery

  • Personal Growth

  • Stress Management

Qualifications

IGrief & Loss Counseling Certified

  • Cultural Competency Safety Training

  • Mental Health First Aid Certified

  • Motivational Interviewing Certified

  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Trained

  • Non-Violent Communication Trained

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trained

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Trained

  • Psycho-dynamic Therapy Trained

  • Life Skills Coaching Certified

  • Workshop Creator & Facilitator

  • Pet First Aid Trained

  • Occupational Level 3 First Aid Trained

Limitations

  • Addiction: I do not work with individuals who are dealing with severe drug and alcohol addictions.

  • Violence & Criminal Issues: I do not provide services for clients facing issues related to violence or criminal offenses.

  • Severe Mental Illness: I do not work with individuals who have severe mental health conditions requiring intensive or specialized care.
    Minors: I do not work with clients under the age of 18.
    Diagnosis & Medication: I do not diagnose mental health conditions or prescribe medication.

  • However, I am more than happy to provide resources and recommendations on where one can seek the appropriate services needed in the lower mainland.

Professional Engagement

I regularly provide training, consultation, and professional education at the intersection of social services, grief support, and animal welfare. My work focuses on strengthening cross-sector understanding of the human–animal bond and the social, emotional, and systemic factors that impact people and their companion animals.

Recent and upcoming engagements include:

  • Veterinary Social Work  — Guest on the Informed Ally podcast

A conversation on the role of veterinary social workers, the human–animal bond, and how social work practice intersects with animal welfare and grief support.

  • Pet Loss & Grief  — Webinar for the BC Bereavement Helpline
    January 29 | 7:00–8:00 PM
    Exploring the unique nature of pet loss, disenfranchised grief, and trauma-informed approaches to supporting individuals and families.

  • Pet-Inclusive Shelter and Housing Practices — Webinar for the Homelessness Services Association of BC
    March 4 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
    Focused on reducing barriers and strengthening support for people who have companion animals within shelter and housing systems.

  • Introduction to Veterinary Social Work & Grief and Loss — Webinar for the BC Association of Social Workers

April 14 | 6:30–8:00 PM

Co-presented with Brenn Clarke, this session introduces veterinary social work as an emerging field and explores grief and loss through the lens of the human–animal bond.

  • Pet Loss Support Group (Closed Group) — Hosted by the BC Bereavement Helpline

Begins April 9 | 8-week series

A facilitated therapeutic support group for individuals grieving the death of a companion animal, offering community connection, validation, and structured grief support.


Theraputic Approach

Inherent Worth & Possibility

I begin from the belief that every person is inherently valuable and capable of growth. Our work together focuses on reconnecting you with that sense of worth and possibility.

Safe, Inclusive Space

I hold space grounded in respect, consent, and care. All identities and experiences are welcome; gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, and family status are never barriers.

Client-Led, Process-Oriented

You set the pace and priorities of your healing journey. I listen deeply first, then offer reflections and tools—intervening only after we’ve built understanding together.

I believe that counseling or consulting is most effective when we engage in a healthy dialogue that taps into your strengths and promotes your personal growth.

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