Area of Focus: 

CBT, Children & Youth, Families, OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, BPD

I am a Master’s level Social Worker specializing in the treatment of mental health issues for children, youth, individuals, and families. As a Registered Social Worker, I am a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers. 

With over 25 years of clinical experience, I have provided comprehensive support across hospital, community, and private practice settings. My expertise includes assessment and treatment of a broad spectrum of mental health conditions, such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), borderline personality disorder (BPD), relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief, anger management, panic attacks, phobias, and self-esteem challenges. 

My background includes hospital outpatient mental health therapy, emergency assessment of suicidal ideation and non-suicidal self-injury, as well as psycho-social assessments in hospital mental health unit.  

My practice is grounded in evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I flexibly adapt these approaches to meet the unique needs of each client, integrating trauma-informed care and insights from past experiences to promote adaptive functioning and lasting growth. 

I offer assessment and treatment services for children and adolescents experiencing emotional dysregulation, behavioral difficulties, mood disturbances, and anxiety-related concerns, collaborating closely with youth and their families to foster resilience and well-being. I am committed to supporting young people in crisis, including those experiencing suicidal ideation and self-harm, and work directly with parents to provide strategies that build emotional resilience in their children and teens. 

I strive to be an empathetic, genuine therapist who holds unconditional positive regard for my clients. I recognize the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance and place great emphasis on building a trusting and collaborative relationship from the outset. My approach is characterized by warmth, compassion, and non-judgment, creating a safe and respectful space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to explore and process distressing emotions.