Registered Psychotherapist, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology 1994
I completed my dissertation in 1996 while living in California; the topic of my paper was Women's Experience of the Descent into the Unconscious. Descent means a drop into the unconscious where we can experience a shattering or unravelling of our inner structure or identity. This inner collapse is usually experienced as a crisis and is mirrored in the external world as our life falls apart. This can leave us bereft of any sense of stability or sense of self. It can be abrupt or a slow unravelling that takes place over time where we notice a loss in vitality and spontaneity and increasing levels of depression and/or anxiety. Unrecognized and unattended, it can lead to feelings of hopelessness, a loss of confidence and increasing difficulties coping with life.
As a woman, I have knowledge on the specific current and historical concerns and issues that we face. Regardless of what we're working through, I keep this framework in mind.
There are unique challenges and societal pressures that can come with the experience of being a woman. Exploring issues such as gender roles, body image, work-life balance, relationships, and other concerns that uniquely affect women is an important aspect of my work with client who identify as female. While I am a cis-gendered woman, I welcome all women's issues in my practice, including women who are in the process of transitioning, or who are in the beginning stages of their trans journey. Together, we'll navigate these complexities, empowering you to find your voice and assert your needs and boundaries. This process is about honouring your experiences, fostering self-compassion, and building a supportive community to allow you to thrive in all aspects of your life.
I focus on helping women with a range of difficulties to problem solve, make changes, set boundaries and chart a course to a better life. I'd be delighted to assist you in your desire to have a better life.
I began my career working with children, families, and couples. Over time, I realized my passion was working with women and I’ve enjoyed focusing on this niche for the past ten years.
We have an incredibly strong group of psychotherapists for women's issues, including addressing issues of health, safety, and experiences of violence. We work from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed framework to help you feel empowered to face the challenges in your life. Contact our Intake Worker to help determine who will be the best fit for you.
I am a feminist psychodynamic practitioner who works relationally with women and men to tackle the injustices that are prevalent in day-to-day lives. I have written on the female body and subjugations/representations placed upon physical appearance that makes identifying as 'female' difficult, demeaning and often painful.
Being a woman-identified person can bring with it many joys and challenges. In therapy we can help you navigate the socio-cultural expectations for women-identifying people in our patriarchal society, which can be exhausting. In therapy we may address issues about femininity, sexuality, gender roles, gender identity, changing bodies through life cycles, sexual maturity and activity, fertility treatments, pregnancy, motherhood, childlessness and menopause.