Hello. It's Nice to Meet You.

My path to becoming a counsellor was not a straight line.

I spent my early childhood in the interior of British Columbia surrounded by acres of land to run around and explore, grew up on the West Coast in Victoria, and went to University in Calgary under an expansive sky. I never realized how important connection with nature was, until I found myself completely separated from it.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Design, I moved to New York City, where I worked as a graphic designer in the magazine publishing industry.  It was very exciting, fast-paced, highly competitive, and extremely stressful. After four years in NYC, I was burnt out and decided to return to Victoria to reconnect with family and friends.

It took a few years to get back in alignment with my true self. I continued working as a freelance graphic designer, and also began volunteering and working at a local transition house for women. This kind of work filled me with a new sense of purpose, and motivated me to make a career change. I decided to go back to school at the age of 34, and earned a Masters of Art in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I gained experience as a counsellor at Pacific Centre Family Services Association (PCFSA) over the next seven years, and in March of 2020 I opened my private practice, Coastline Counselling.

I have held a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) designation with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) since 2013. I have completed several trainings, including Attachment-Based Somatic Therapy for the treatment of trauma,  and continue to take courses and trainings for ongoing professional development and continuing education.

I am always honoured to sit with folks and listen to their stories. I am grateful to have been called to do this work, and I strive to continue to grow and learn. I look forward to accompanying you on your healing journey.