About Me

It may be helpful for you to know that I am queer and I am a parent. I am a former varsity and semi-professional athlete and my experiences in sport have drawn me to relational, collaborative work that appreciates the unique value and skillset each person has to bring. I am also a co-founder and organizing member of the Queer and Trans Therapists of Nova Scotia.

Through my personal and professional involvement in therapy, I have witnessed the transformative impact that an affirming therapeutic relationship can have on an individual’s overall well-being and sense of fulfillment and security in relationships.

My life experiences have helped inform my therapeutic lens: the importance of honouring each person's strengths and resources, while also acknowledging the systemic and structural barriers that many face in accessing support.

Education:

I hold a BA Honours degree from Dalhousie University and an MEd in Counselling from Acadia University. I am a Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) with the Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists (NSCCT) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). I am governed by the code of ethics of the NSCCT as well as the CCPA. I am a graduate of the Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation certificate program through the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies.