Life is a dynamic journey filled with both highs and lows. During the high moments, it’s often easy to appreciate and enjoy our experiences. The low moments, however, can bring difficult thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that may feel overwhelming or confusing. By seeking therapy, you’ve already taken a meaningful step toward understanding and overcoming these challenges. I warmly welcome you as you begin your journey toward improved mental health and well-being.

Over the past decade, I have worked with a wide range of individuals and couples experiencing emotional and relational difficulties. I have supported clients facing concerns related to stress, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationships, personality disorders, infidelity, communication challenges, sexual functioning, sexuality, and gender. I also specialize in long-term, in-depth therapy, while maintaining an open and inclusive practice for clients with diverse needs and goals.

My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and integrates Psychodynamic, Emotion-Focused, Relational, Somatic, and Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques. I have additional training in Narrative, Attachment-Based, Dialectical Behavioural (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), and Object Relations therapies. Drawing from these approaches, I conduct evidence-based intake assessments with each client to inform treatment planning and gain a deeper understanding of their experiences. My goal is to foster meaningful, lasting change that strengthens relationships and nurtures a more resilient sense of self.

In addition to psychotherapy, I provide comprehensive psychoeducational assessments for adults. These assessments help identify and diagnose learning difficulties such as ADHD and Learning Disabilities. I also conduct mental health (Psychodiagnostic) assessments, which can inform treatment planning, support academic accommodations, and enhance understanding of one’s mental health and learning profile.

In addition to my private practice at the Centre for Interpersonal Relationships (CFIR), I have held a range of research, clinical, and leadership roles. My experience includes working as a Mental Health Crisis Line Specialist in the Ottawa region, a Research Assistant at the University of Ottawa’s Couples Research Laboratory, and completing a clinical placement at Saint Paul University’s Counselling Centre. During my doctoral studies, I also trained at the University of Prince Edward Island’s Psychology Training Clinic, the Immigration and Refugee Services Association (IRSA), and Provincial Geriatrics Health Services of Prince Edward Island. These experiences have deepened my ability to work effectively with diverse populations and to tailor care to each client’s unique context. At CFIR, I have also served in several leadership positions, including Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Manager, Head of the Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity Service, and most recently, Director of Clinical Training Programs.

I am currently completing my postdoctoral supervised practice as a Clinical Psychologist under the supervision of Dr. Dino Zuccarini, C.Psych., and Dr. Jean Kim, C.Psych. I hold a Bachelor’s specialization in Psychology from the University of Ottawa, a Master of Arts in Counselling from Saint Paul University, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Prince Edward Island.