Counselling grounded in experience and personalized to your needs.
Together, we’ll make sense of what you’re experiencing and identify what may be contributing to it. I’ll help you explore new perspectives, develop skills and create a personalized plan to help you move forward.
Experience that supports
meaningful change.
I am a Registered Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience in hospital and community-based settings, focusing on mental health and addiction.
I provide treatment for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life’s transitions. My aim is to support and engage clients in problem-solving that translates into their everyday lives.
I do this by helping clients develop insight, resilience and the skills to navigate life more effectively, in a collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental way.
From understanding
to action.
I incorporate cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) and trauma-informed therapies into my work, helping clients turn intention into action.
Our work together centres on the concerns you bring and the skills that can support you in your daily life. You don’t need to have all the answers before we begin.
Explore counselling servicesHelping you prepare for conversations about medication and your health
Drawing on my experience working alongside psychiatrists in outpatient mental health care, I help you clearly describe your symptoms, emotional well-being and day-to-day functioning to your psychiatrist or family doctor.
Whether you’re already taking medication or wondering whether it could help, I help you organize insights from counselling and prepare focused questions about treatment options. My knowledge of psychiatric care can help you raise concerns about your current medication, describe changes you’ve noticed, and ask your physician whether other medication options may be appropriate to better support your mental health and overall well-being.
I also bring knowledge of women’s health concerns, including the emotional and psychological challenges that can accompany perimenopause and menopause. I can help you put your concerns into words and prepare relevant questions for your physician, including whether hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or other treatment options may be appropriate for you.
My role complements the care provided by your prescribing clinician. I help you approach these discussions with clearer language, relevant observations and informed questions. Your physician assesses your individual needs, discusses the potential benefits and risks of treatment, and makes prescribing decisions.
A foundation of
experience and learning.
I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW), as well as an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Toronto.
I am a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Your questions
are welcome.
It’s reasonable to want to know more before arranging an appointment. Ask about how sessions work, the concerns you’d like support with, availability and fees.
You don’t need to tell your whole story in the initial consultation. Start with what you feel ready to share.
Practical questions, answeredA consultation is
a good place to begin.
Take 15 minutes to ask questions, discuss what you’re looking for and see whether working together feels right for you.