What can I expect during my first session?

The first session is an opportunity for us to connect and begin building a therapeutic relationship. It’s a space for you to share what has brought you to counselling, while I take the time to learn more about you and your life. During this session, I’ll ask about various aspects of your world—your social life, family, career, medical history, relationships, overall health, and more. I’ll also explain my approach, and together, we’ll collaborate on how our work will look moving forward.

There’s no “right” way to approach counselling, and my priority is to ensure you feel safe and well-informed about the work we’re doing together.

What is your approach to therapy?

My approach to therapy is grounded in a relational and existential framework. I believe healing happens through authentic connection and curiosity about what it means to live fully and meaningfully.

I draw from Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help you navigate emotional roadmaps and understand the different parts of yourself that have developed to keep you safe. These approaches support awareness, integration, and self-compassion — helping you reconnect with your sense of aliveness, agency, and belonging.

I will work with you to create a non-judgmental space that celebrates diversity and balances scientific and artistic approaches to being and healing. To be known, accepted and cherished for who you are is an essential human need and it is a great privilege to be a trusted witness to my clients.

Are counselling costs covered by my extended health benefits?

Usually, but it depends on your provider. I do not bill directly, however many extended benefits packages cover counselling by Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) or Canadian Certified Counsellors (CCC). This means, you will pay upfront for sessions and I will provide a receipt with my license number following your appointment so you can submit to your benefits.

I recommend contacting your benefits provider or HR team at work to understand your coverage.

How do we meet? What is the referral process?

You can self-refer – no doctor’s referral or diagnosis is necessary. We’ll discuss what’s going on in your life, how you’re feeling, and how I can help. Registered Clinical Counsellors cannot diagnose, but we can, if appropriate, refer you to Psychologists and other specialists who do.

I am currently in the process of moving my practice from Vancouver to Victoria on Vancouver Island. Virtual sessions will not be impacted. Any in-person clients in Vancouver will have the opportunity to continue sessions virtually.

If in-person support is most important, I can provide referrals to trusted colleagues who have availability so support can continue in the way that feels best for you.

In-person sessions will be available in Victoria, BC., Summer 2026.