Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Psychotherapy offers a compassionate space to explore difficult emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. It helps with understanding and navigating stress, life transitions, trauma, loss, and mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. The goal is to enhance well-being through greater self-awareness and coping tools. Often called 'therapy' or 'counselling,' psychotherapy is a longer-term process that gently explores past and present experiences to nurture healing, resilience, and growth.

Every therapist has their own approach. My work is client-led—we move at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. I believe you have the wisdom within—you are the expert on your life. My role is to support and guide you as you explore, reflect, and discover what feels right for you.

I'm a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a Registered Nurse (RN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario. I completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University in 2022, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from York University in 2012.  Additionally, I'm a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional with Postpartum Support International (PSI) and a Certified Menopause Mental Health Provider with BRIA. I have specialized training in: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Parent-Child Attachment & Relationships, Trauma-informed care, Infant & Early Mental Health and Walk and Talk Ecotherapy.

Private psychotherapy is not covered by OHIP but may be included in extended health benefits. Check with your insurance provider to see if they cover Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) licensed with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). If you have a Health Spending Account, you may be able to claim sessions through it. After payment, I’ll provide a receipt for insurance reimbursement or tax purposes.

Meeting online allows us to connect face-to-face by video, from the comfort of wherever you are. 30 mins before your scheduled appt. you will receive a link to join the secure, online video platform called Jane App. The Jane App platform is PHIPA and PIPEDA compliant. You can test your device ahead of time to make sure the audio and video settings are working. Confidentiality and privacy cannot be guaranteed when meeting online. I have control of my office space and you will be responsible for your space, wherever you are. Many clients find it helpful to wear earphones or headphones during online sessions. This can improve audio clarity and enhance privacy, making it easier to focus on the conversation. Ensuring a private space for us to talk is important. Occasionally, technology may experience glitches or fail completely, often due to factors like severe weather or a poor internet connection. In such cases, I have a backup virtual platform available and can also arrange to call you instead."

In our first session, we’ll discuss what brings you to therapy, explore your concerns and how they’re impacting your life, and begin to understand how I can best support you. We'll also go over any relevant background information and what you hope to gain from therapy. There's no pressure to share everything at once—we start wherever you are. I’ll listen openly and without judgement, sometimes pausing or revisiting important points. The more open and honest you are, the better I can understand your needs. My questions help guide our conversations, but you are the lead in your story—I’m here as your guide and support along the way.

Yes, I am authorized to provide psychotherapy services to clients living in Ontario.

No, self-referrals are welcome and encouraged!