I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression and burnout for young adults, adults and professionals, particularly for highly sensitive people (HSPs) & creatives - those of us who often feel like "misfits" in an over-stimulating society. Each person has the capability to gain a renewed quality of life and find that they are resilient. I use an authentic and original approach to verbal and non-verbal therapies that can include music, sound therapies and gentle movement to guide you through your story’s journey. Nothing is forced on or required of you.
A bit about me:
I’ve found that compassionate listening along with sound, music and vibration help to ground the nervous system and allow healing to begin. We can be the hero/ine of our own story if we have the help to rewrite the story.
Before embarking on my Masters degree (MA) in Expressive Arts Therapy and Psychology from the European Graduate School in Saas-Fee, Switzerland, I taught piano and music theory for 15 years (ALCM) and have exhibited as a professional artist in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. I believe we're all capable of renewing ourselves over and over as we courageously walk this path of becoming more of who we truly are. We create and re-create ourselves everyday.
I’m a counsellor in Nanaimo who has experience working with young adults, women and professionals, as well as people on the autism spectrum. For 7 years I worked in an addictions treatment center using Expressive Arts for First Responders and Veterans struggling with trauma, PTSD and substance abuse. In addition, I’ve lead multiple workshops for professionals in the health care and coaching industries.
The option of using Biofield Tuning, sound and voice as a accompanying treatment has yielded results for clients in relief from these emotional and physical symptoms stored in our body’s memory that stem from our past issues.
Facilitating empaths, sensitives (HSPs) and introverts through their experiences is a passion of mine, helping to guide & develop their self-value and sense of belonging in a fast and busy world. Assisting those in recovery from narcissistic abuse is something I specialize in, as many empaths are drawn to the narcissist personality.
To ease the decision making process and any questions about therapy, I am available to “meet & greet” before you book at no charge.
Please contact me for more information and to set up a free 20 minute session.
