Beginning therapy can feel vulnerable and uncertain, but it can also feel hopeful. It is often one of the first steps people take toward understanding what they are struggling with, what they want to change, and how they want to grow. Finding the right therapist can feel daunting, and feeling comfortable and understood is an important part of the process. Should you choose to begin psychotherapy with me, my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as we explore your experiences and goals together.

Therapy: I work with adults experiencing a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. These may include stress, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem difficulties, identity questions, relationship concerns, and navigating life transitions or uncertainty. I also support individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why they are struggling, even if they are not yet able to fully put their experiences into words. My approach is flexible and collaborative, grounded in the belief that each person’s story is unique and that therapy should be tailored to what feels most helpful for you.

I work collaboratively to bring in solutions for people, to help make sense of and to support emotional experiences, stress, and relationships important to people. I also value helping people reflect on their roles, values, and sense of meaning in their lives. 

During our first sessions, we will work together to clarify what brings you to therapy and what you hope might change. I aim to build a collaborative relationship where you feel comfortable sharing openly, while also offering my clinical perspective to help guide our work. When helpful, I use comprehensive, evidence-based assessment to better understand what may be contributing to difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, or interpersonal challenges. Based on this understanding, I tailor therapy to your needs, drawing from evidence-based approaches. Throughout our work together, I will regularly check in to ensure therapy feels supportive, relevant, and aligned with your goals.

Assessments: I also support the provision of sliding scale neurodivergence assessments, to help understand whether a person may have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or Autism Spectrum Disorder, among other neurodifferences. I provide a neuroafffirming and compassionate strengths-focused approach in my assessment work with clients.

I am currently enrolled in a Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology at the University of Ottawa. At the Centre for Interpersonal Relationships, I am completing my practicum under the supervision of Marc Bedard, Ph.D., C.Psych and doctoral resident Joyce Lai, Psy.D. As part of my training, I have provided therapy and psychological services under supervision to individuals experiencing a range of emotional and interpersonal concerns at the University of Ottawa’s Centre for Psychological Services. Alongside my clinical training, I have experience in academic and research settings, which informs my commitment to thoughtful, ethical, and scientifically grounded practice.

As a doctoral student, I also conduct supervised research in clinical and social psychology focused on how individuals understand themselves and others. This background supports my evidence-based approach to therapy and my commitment to ongoing learning and professional development as I continue to grow as a clinician.