I am an individual and couples therapist in private practice with offices in Toronto and Mississauga. I am a Registered Social Worker and a member in good standing with the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers.

Within my private practice I work with people who seek assistance with a wide variety of issues such as

• Marriage issues like infidelity (affairs), loss of interest, in-laws and emotional distance
• Trauma issues such as the aftermath of childhood sexual abuse
• Workplace issues and job loss
• Personal issues such as low self esteem, body image, stress management and anxiety
• Difficult emotions like depression, anger, sadness, isolation
• Grief and loss – bereavement and complicated grief
• Chronic illness and/or pain
• Violence and dealing with anger and/or abusive relationships
• Pre- and postpartum adjustment issues including miscarriage
• Addictions

I graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Arts in Crime and Deviance (I have always had a fascination with people and the human condition); a BA in Social Work from McMaster University and a Masters in Social Work with a specialization in Mental Health – also from U of T.

I have training and experience in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative and Art Therapy.  At times, I use stress reduction techniques such as breathing, mindfulness, guided imagery and progressive muscle relaxation to counter anxiety and excessive worry.

I have extensive training and experience working as a crisis counselor, helping people who are in distress and looking for help dealing with overwhelming, unbearable feelings and/or suicidality.

I have worked at the Children’s Aid Society. I understand the challenges and stress associated with parenting, as well as the impact of abuse, neglect and foster care on children.

I augment my private practice therapy and counseling by working at the Women’s Health Centre, a trauma centre. Here, I have the privilege of working with

• Survivors of childhood sexual abuse, incest, rape and abusive relationships
• Refugees who have fled countries because of war atrocities and torture
• Individuals struggling to meet their basic needs

At the Women’s Health Centre I also co-facilitate the Relaxation Group, helping people learn mindfulness, and relaxation techniques such as breathing, progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery.

Do you want more information about me or about therapy and counselling?  You can:

• Call me at 416-873-9716
• Contact me
• Read about my approach to therapy
• Read questions people ask me about therapy and counselling
• Check out Teen Therapy information
• Or read about Marriage or Individual Therapy