As a registered psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, my primary focus is to walk alongside my clients, with compassion, curiosity, and care as they strive to live authentically and with purpose. I empathize with the challenges they face, particularly in confronting feelings of shame, guilt, fear and the negative stories they tell themselves. Together, we can work through emotional ups and downs, self-sabotaging patterns, and the complexities of their relationships. Life unfolds in a series of ever-shifting moments, and I believe that true growth often comes from embracing the unknown and taking bold steps forward. It’s a privilege to be part of my clients’ journeys, supporting them as they navigate their path toward healing and self-discovery.
*In-person, telephone and virtual appointments
*Work with teens 14+, adults, couples and families
*Focus on trauma, grief, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression
*I serve both the Christian and Secular populations
*Morning, daytime, evening and weekend sessions
My approach is integrative, client-centred, attachment-based, culturally responsive care and grounded in the belief that healing happens through connection, safety, and self-discovery.
Modalities:
*Emotion-Focused Therapy (couples, family, individuals)
*Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
*Faith-Based Intervention
*Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
*Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TFCBT)
*Trauma-Informed Therapy
*Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)
*Narrative Therapy (NT)
*Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
Extended Training:
*Advanced Clinical Supervision (Level 1 and 2)
Psychiatric Support–Psychotherapy Matters Virtual Collaboration (PMVC):
At Breakthrough Counselling and
Psychotherapy Services, we are committed to offering holistic and accessible mental health care. As part of this commitment, we provide psychiatric support through the Psychotherapy Matters Virtual Collaboration (PMVC) — a secure,
A team-based virtual model that brings together therapists, family physicians, nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists to support your healing journey.
Through PMVC, you benefit from:
*Timely access to psychiatric consultations — often within weeks rather than months.
*Collaborative care — You, your therapist (me), your family doctor or nurse practitioner, and a psychiatrist work together to create a personalized treatment plan.
*Convenient virtual appointments — psychiatric consultations are conducted via secure OTN video conferencing, either in my office or from the comfort of your home.
*OHIP-covered psychiatric services — the psychiatrist’s time is covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP).
*Specialized diagnostic programs — including ADHD, ASD, and ADHD/ASD Combined assessments (fee-for-service).
Whether you’re seeking a formal diagnosis, medication recommendations, or simply want to explore additional support options, PMVC offers a compassionate and coordinated approach to mental health care. If you’re interested in accessing psychiatric services through PMVC, please mention it during your session. I’ll guide you through the referral process to ensure a seamless and supportive experience.
