I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through BCCAC. I am also licensed through CCPA and hold a CCC license. I completed my Masters of Counselling Psychology at Trinity Western University and began working in my own private practice in 2016.  Before going back to school to pursue my masters, I worked as a senior executive in sales and marketing.  I believe that my unique education has allowed me to help people grow and develop and create change for themselves.

About 10 years ago, I became involved in helping a family with special needs children and it was through that journey that I came to the work I am most passionate about; helping parents of special needs families. Using play therapy, I am able to access children for ADHD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Autism and other types of learning disabilities.

The following list below are my areas of specialization:

• Personal development
• Assertiveness / Boundaries
• Depression, anxiety & panic disorders
• Phobias
• Past or recent trauma or abuse
• Relationship and couples counselling
• Addictions
• Divorce, separation and blended families
• Eating disorders and addictions
• Life transitions
• Gender dysphoria, LGBTQ transitions & other issues
• Communication building
• Grief counselling
• Career planning

CHILD AND YOUTH THERAPY

• Child play therapy
• Self esteem and confidence coaching
• Anxiety and depression
• Career exploration with youth
• Dealing with separation and divorce from the child and parents perspective
• Helping parents and children with strategies to deal with ADHD and ADD
• Assessments for Autism, ADHD, Oppositional Defiance Disorder 

PARENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ADVOCACY AND MEDIATION:

• Access to assessments and diagnosis
• Psycho-educational, Autism, ADHD testing
• Referral to local psychologists for assessments and testing
• Referral to local behavioural consultants and creating a behavioural intervention team
• Mediation with school districts and IEP planning
• Access to 3rd party funding and Ministry of Children and Family case workers
• Completing government and agency paperwork to obtain funding, therapy and resources
• Family planning at transitional ages: birth, school age and adult

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) trained in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotion Focused-Family Therapy (EFFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI)

As a couple’s therapist, male clients have often expressed appreciation that my approach has honoured their needs, has given them an identifiable target with tangible goals, and has allowed them to have space to explore their most vulnerable pains and needs. My female clients have expressed appreciation that my approach has truly allowed their experience to be expressed and understood. They have felt heard, honoured, respected, and that my calm energy, humour, and genuineness allowed the most sensitive parts of themselves to be worked on and improved.

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During my sessions, it involves listening to the wisdom of the body. In doing so, we hear stories that our bodies have been trying to tell us. When we listen, we create new pathways in our brain, in our lives and in our souls. 

My rabbinical training and my training in mindfulness meditation let me maintain a presence that is based on compassion, honesty, and ancient wisdom. My clinic tools include a fun combination of trauma recovery specialization, self-compassion, somatic (body) therapy, Internal Family System (IFS) and nervous system stabilization. I also offer Neurofeedback treatments.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCCAC).

I was inspired by a lot of great school counsellors to complete my Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology at Simon Fraser University in 2002. My career has led me into many different directions professionally but no matter which directions I have travelled, I continue to be touched by my work with children, youth and their families.

I have my own personal experience with special needs parenting as one of four children was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 18 months. It was a very difficult time for our family, particularly for my husband and I but also our other 3 children. There were feelings of grief and loss, panic and worry. I have navigated the services and support here in Langley since our son’s diagnosis in 2011 and can provide direction and understanding if feeling overwhelmed. As a helping professional and mother of a special needs child, I feel passionate about supporting special needs parents/caregivers, their child and their siblings.

For the past 14 years, I have been working with adoptive parents and children. My work has included preparing children for their adoption transition and providing post adoption support once in the adoptive home. It is important to give adoptive parents the tools to build and strengthen attachment with their child.

I have experience helping clients cope with depression, anxiety, self-esteem and self-acceptance. We work together to set boundaries and build inner strength. I offer counselling for children with autism as well as support for parents and guardians. My approach is holistic, and I draw from cognitive behavioural, solutions focused, and strength based therapies.

I have a Master’s degree in counselling psychology, and I will be licenced as a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) from the Canadian Psychotherapy Association in a few months.

I am a Certified Canadian Counsellor through the Canadian Counselling Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) and hold a CCC license. I completed my Masters of Counselling at the University of Lethbridge in 2017. 

In the space of counselling, therapists can exhibit the traits and behaviours that our clients are missing in their daily lives. It is through these genuine connections, and feelings of care and compassion that individuals can begin to feel worthy and cared for. That they’re capable of achieving their goals and improving their sense of well-being.

The following list below are my areas of specialization:

• Assertiveness/boundaries
• Support for queer and trans folks, children, youth and couples
• Depression, anxiety & panic disorders
• Past or recent trauma or abuse
• Relationship and couples counselling
• Eating disorders
• Grief support
• Life transitions

I also utilize approaches such as CBT, SFT, mindfulness, experiential, art, and play therapy techniques.

Currently, I am completing my Masters of Counselling Psychology. I consider myself to be a life-long learner who enjoys learning new things and teaching others how to better themselves. I am a certified teacher in both Ontario and British Columbia. I also have an extensive background in psychology from my undergraduate studies.

My experience as a teacher and my own background makes me an ideal fit when working with youth and young adult issues. I am sympathetic to the needs of today’s youth whether it be with dealing with school issues, substance issues, or personal family difficulties. In addition, I am very knowledgeable about navigating post-secondary school options and career planning that might seem overwhelming.

I can help clients deal with life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, or family structure changes. Through my eclectic approach, I give my clients the tools that counselling can provide that they can use in their daily lives.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). I completed my Master’s Degree program through Yorkville University and a Bachelor degree in Child and Youth Care. On my professional journey I worked with children, youth, families, parents, foster parents and adoptive parents. My work has allowed me to see no matter how overwhelming a problem feels; it is human nature to want to rise and heal.

I use my specialized training in Mindfulness Based Somatic Therapy and Focusing to help you process and manage your emotions to become fully present in your life. Together, we can find ways to move through difficult times and improve your natural ability to heal. It is my passion to help you become your most authentic self.

When it comes to treatment and therapy, I implement an integrative approach that consists of a variety of techniques including: 

• Mindfulness-based strategies 
• Solutions-focused mapping 
• Client-centred direction 
• Empathy, compassion and understanding 

Every client is different, which means I curate the best possible form of treatment for each client’s concerns or issues at hand. 

Currently, I hold a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I can speak Mandarin, Cantonese, English and Malay for those who may be more comfortable speaking these languages.