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Individual Therapy for Adults

You might feel stuck between the desire for engagement or growth and the difficulty of navigating life’s complexities, stress, demanding roles, anxiety, low mood, or impacts of past trauma. You may have tended to be someone who is thoughtful, curious, and dedicated to your relationships, your work, or to engaging with life with commitment; yet, that well of care and commitment may not extend as easily to yourself. You might be longing to feel a greater sense of inner peace.

With over 20 years of clinical experience, I provide therapy to adults facing these kinds of challenges, including extensive work with veterans and military members.

How I Help

I help you explore your experiences, gain greater self-understanding, develop skills, and work toward your goals. My approach is evidence-based and grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I strive to offer a compassionate presence and an approach that blends depth and pragmatism.

How We Work

Our work begins with learning about your needs and goals, understanding your experiences, and using that information to inform therapy. We work within the frame of cognitive behavioural therapy at whatever pace feels right for you.

Sessions are available:

• By video for those located across Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.

• In-person in a private, quiet setting north of Kingston, Ontario, near Sydenham (South Frontenac Township).

Practical Details and Educational Background

• Registration: I am a registered psychologist in Ontario and have been a registered member of the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) since 2010. My authorized areas of practice are Counselling Psychology and Clinical Psychology, working with adults.
  
• Insurance & Billing: Direct billing is available for some insurance providers.  All clients are responsible for the fee (or the portion not covered by insurance) at the time of service. A receipt is always provided.
  
• Educational Background: I completed an undergraduate honours degree in psychology at Queen’s University (2002) and a Masters of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto (2004). Over the past 20 years, I have completed extensive training and practice in areas of compassion-focused therapy, and compassion-based and mindfulness-based therapy interventions and approaches.

Connect

If there is something here you are feeling drawn to, reach out, or explore my blog to get a feel for aspects of my approach.

Whether you see me for therapy or not, may you feel a kindness toward yourself and find ways forward that feel meaningful, helpful, and wise.