My journey into counselling began through nursing. After graduating from Memorial University of Newfoundland with a Bachelor of Nursing in 2006, I began my career as a psychiatric nurse, where my passion for mental health first took root. Early in my career, I saw how deeply connected our physical and mental health truly are—and how difficult it can be to experience lasting wellness when emotional pain, trauma, or mental health concerns remain unaddressed.

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That understanding has shaped the way I approach care ever since. As both a Registered Nurse and Canadian Certified Ccounsellor, I believe in supporting the whole person. My approach is holistic, trauma-informed, and grounded in compassion, connection, and respect for each person’s unique experiences.

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My work is also informed by my own lived experience with trauma. I understand how powerful it can be to finally feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment. That experience has strengthened my commitment to creating a counselling space where clients can feel safe to be themselves, explore difficult experiences at their own pace, and reconnect with their own strengths and resilience.

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I am particularly passionate about supporting people who have experienced traumatic or high-stress events. I have a special interest in working with veterans, military members, first responders, police officers, and others whose work may regularly expose them to trauma. I have completed additional training through Wounded Warriors Canada, a national mental health service provider specializing in culturally informed support for Trauma Exposed Professionals, Organizations, and their families.

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After more than 20 years of supporting individuals and families through vulnerable and challenging moments, I continue to be inspired by the resilience people carry within them. My goal is to provide a genuine, compassionate, and safe therapeutic relationship where you feel understood and supported—not only in moving through what has happened to you, but in discovering what healing and a meaningful life can look like moving forward.​​​​