I’ve been exploring alternative relationship structures and variations of monogamy for most of my adult life, and I know it can be important to have a counsellor who “gets it” in an embodied way. There’s no universal guidebook for navigating non-monogamous dynamics, rebuilding trust after betrayal, or finding clarity when relationships shift. Counselling can offer the psychoeducation and support to explore fractured connections, renegotiate boundaries, or end relationships that no longer serve you. Whether you’re exploring new dynamics, processing a breakup, or finding ways to integrate your authentic self into your relationships, I’d be honoured to support you.

Opening up about aspects of your sexuality, like fetishes or kinks, can feel deeply vulnerable. Maybe you’ve shared something that barely scratched the surface of your interests—only to be met with rejection or discomfort. It’s not surprising if you’re feeling hesitant to fully express yourself.

Kink can be a powerful tool for trauma reclamation, reframing past experiences, or simply connecting more deeply with yourself and others. The heart wants what it wants, and my goal is that your desires can be discussed with compassion, and respect.

Raising a gender-diverse child can be a journey of profound love and discovery. But in today’s climate where societal pressures and strong opinions can drown out compassion and understanding, it’s easy to feel isolated or unsure of where to turn, where it is even safe to turn. Please remember that the voices of those who have not walked this path are, all too often, the loudest.

Supporting my teen (now an adult) through their exploration of gender identity was an experience that no single training or manual could have prepared me for. As a critical, anti-oppressive social worker informed by feminist and queer theory, I have an understanding of how systemic forces, intersectional identities, and cultural narratives shape this experience for children and caregivers. Having a space where you can process your feelings, ask questions, and grow alongside your child can help. I want to know how you’re doing in all of this.

I provide dedicated support for BIPOC individuals navigating the complexities of race, culture, and identity in a world shaped by systemic oppression. Maybe you’re trying to balance being informed with being traumatized, and your circle just doesn't get it. Growing up in a predominantly white family and in communities with little diversity, I have experienced being “othered”. I approach this work with curiosity and humility, holding space for your personal experiences without presumption.

My practice is a resource for families raising BIPOC children, and caregivers committed to allyship in raising anti-racist, compassionate kids. I’m here to have honest, unapologetic conversations about privilege, guilt, and what it means to show up for yourself and others in meaningful ways. I encourage you to bring your questions.

I also offer support for those who are experiencing intergenerational and cultural dissonance—when values, traditions, or expectations from one’s culture or family feel at odds with personal identity or lived experiences. These tensions can be challenging to hold, especially if you’re trying to juggle expectations from family or larger cultural systems. Together, we can explore these dynamics and work toward a sense of balance and authenticity that feels true to you.

Religious Trauma and Inter-Belief Relationships

Religious environments can profoundly shape identity, relationships, and sexuality. I’ve felt the isolation of environments filled with spoken and implied disapproval of who you are, and the desire to maintain connections where belief systems were not aligned. Perhaps you’re experiencing feelings of shame, disconnection, or pressure to hide aspects of yourself for acceptance. Navigating inter-faith or inter-belief relationships, or spiritual practices within your family or romantic relationships can add layers of complexities. Drawing from anti-oppressive, Feminist approaches alongside my personal experience of growing up in (and exiting) a high-control religious group, I offer a compassionate space to process with the goal of healing and understanding within yourself and interpersonal relationships.

The stigma surrounding substance use is pervasive, and the rhetoric is dehumanizing. With years of frontline experience with a focus on substance use and overdose, I bring a comprehensive understanding of some of the challenges faced in these situations: the stark contrast in support available, the microaggressions, the dismissal, and the systemic mistreatment. I take a harm reduction approach, focusing on autonomy and safety without judgment. Having lost a loved one to an opioid overdose long before what we now know as the “opioid crisis,” I empathize with the profound loss and disenfranchised grief that can accompany substance use-related deaths. I see you. You and your loved ones are complex human beings who are not defined by addiction.

There’s no substitute for feeling truly cared for and knowing you can show up exactly as you are. Research has shown time and time again that healing is rooted in our relationship to other humans. I’d be honored to offer an affirming space for you that is either new, or far too infrequent in your life right now. I’m not afraid to sit with what thrives in the darkness. Who knows, maybe we can talk about what it could look like to let some light in.

My social work background influences my counselling style. I don’t believe your struggles exist in isolation, or that they’re the result of personal failings. Instead, I bring a wider lens, recognizing how systemic forces and cultural narratives shape your experiences. Together, we’ll explore the many realms of your life: relationships, identity, community, and environment—looking at how they intersect and influence where you are today.

Relational work is my jam. I want to know you– where you’ve been, what patterns feel entrenched, and which perspectives invite new possibilities. While the past can provide valuable context, it isn’t everything. Our work will focus on how to support meaningful growth in the present. We can reframe experiences, challenge societal stigmas, and reclaim agency in ways that feel true to you.

My practice is also grounded in affirmative empowerment-based approaches. I aim to create a space where your identities and desires are honored and your autonomy is central. Let’s get our pattern recognition on, identify actionable steps toward change, and connect.

Wherever you are in your journey, I’ll meet you there with compassion, genuine interest, and a belief in your capacity.