I'm a Registered Social Worker in Ontario, authorized to practice psychotherapy.

I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Carleton University in 2021, where I focused on integrating theory and practice for my thesis, "The Stories We Tell: Gender, transition, and the centrality of relationships." During my studies, I completed a clinical placement at Carleton University Health and Counselling Services and collaborated on research projects on transitioning to later life and end-of-life experiences.

Additionally, I hold a Bachelor of Social Work from Carleton University (2020) and a certificate with a focus on social issues from St. Lawrence College (2015). I also continue to pursue further education, including certificates in therapeutic approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and advanced therapeutic interventions for grief and loss.

My roots are in mental health crisis and community support. Beginning in 2013, I spent several years as part of multiple grassroots organizations where I worked directly with those facing significant barriers to well-being to help navigate support systems, resources, and crises.

Since then, I've worked across different services in Ottawa, Toronto, and Kingston, helping youth, adults, and seniors. I've led workshops, community groups, harm reduction programs, and street outreach for organizations like the Youth Services Bureau and AIDS Committees. Additionally, I've provided support through programs like the Ontario Disability Support Program and NORTH navigator initiative.

I've also provided guest lectures to upper-year undergraduate classes on topics such as gender medicalization, grief and mourning, and community well-being. I have conducted workshops for community groups and businesses covering a variety of topics related to community and individual care, support, and wellness as well as sensitivity trainings for those struggling to support marginalized communities.

In addition to consultation work, I've served as a support worker in palliative care and assisted living homes, offering compassionate care to individuals with complex needs. I've also worked as a Primary Counsellor at Bellwood Health Services, supporting adults with mental health, trauma, and addiction issues. Most recently, I was the Trans/2SLGBTQ+ Counsellor at Carleton University, providing individual and group therapy for students facing various challenges.

My background in community advocacy and activism, shapes how I approach therapy. I believe in building strong relationships and using authentic connection to guide our work together.

I strive to provide therapy that offers a sense of hope and empowerment throughout even the most uncertain seasons of life.

I find myself making the most meaningful contributions by supporting folks through grief journeys and end-of-life experiences. I have also felt called to helping people make sense of those forms of grief which may be harder to recognize and put names to.

In our sessions, I prioritize collaboration, ensuring that your voice and choices guide us. My goal is to challenge and support you in a way that respects your autonomy, dignity, and security, even when facing difficult and intense emotions.

A big part of therapy is finding the right connection with your therapist. If we don't click, it's okay! Just like in our personal lives, not everyone meshes well. That's where "therapeutic rapport" comes in—it's about building trust, understanding, and collaboration between therapist and client. If we're not both feeling that vibe, it can make creating a nurturing and safe space tricky.

Sometimes, it's just a matter of compatibility. Other times, it might be about crossing boundaries we didn't even know were there. Developing this rapport is key to the therapy journey—it's like any relationship, evolving as we uncover deeper parts of ourselves.

If at any point in our work together you're feeling like I'm not the right fit, let's talk about it. I'm here to explore that feeling with you and help connect you with a therapist who might be a better match. It's important that you feel able to work towards trusting the therapy process and speaking up if something doesn't sit right with you. Your voice matters. I'm here to listen and support you every step of the way.