About the founder
You are not here because something is wrong with you.
You are here because something has been hard for long enough. Before you decide whether to reach out, it makes sense to want to know who you are reaching out to. That is what this page is for.
This page is about who I am, how I work and why I chose this work. Take your time. Read what resonates.
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Why this work matters to me
Why I chose this work.
Earlier in my life I experienced significant trauma. I know what it feels like to carry something heavy without having the words for it yet. I know what it takes to finally decide to sit across from someone and begin. That experience shapes how I show up, with patience for the parts that are hard to say, and genuine respect for the courage it takes to be in that room at all.
I have also been the person who held things together for everyone around them while quietly running out of room for their own history. I understand what it costs to be the strong one. I understand what it means to need something and not know how to ask for it without feeling like you are failing a role you have always held.
Having lived and worked across multiple countries and cultures, I understand that how people make sense of their struggles, ask for help and define what healing looks like is not universal. It is shaped by where you come from, what you have been taught and what life has asked of you. I work with people from all backgrounds. I have a particular commitment to supporting individuals from BIPOC and immigrant communities, not because this practice is for one group only, but because representation in the therapy room matters, and I want people to know they are welcome here without having to explain themselves first.
Background and credentials
Trainings, Qualifications & Registrations
Master of Science in Clinical Health Psychology
Bachelors in Psychology
Professional Diploma in Disability Supports and Services
Registered Provisional Psychologist · College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP)
Registered Clinical Health Psychologist · Ghana Psychology Council
Trainings, Certifications & Workshops
Since completing my formal education, I have continued to pursue professional development through a range of trainings, workshops, certification courses and webinars. Some of these are ongoing. A selection is listed below.
EMDRIA Approved Training: EMDR Basic
June 2026 to October 2026
Trauma & Grief Dual Certification Course
Expert treatment of loss, acute and complex trauma, and co occurring issues. Online course, Evergreen Certifications, July 2026
Mastering Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy for Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction & More
Intensive online course with Dr. Richard Schwartz & Dr. Frank Anderson. PESI, May 2026
2 Day Intensive Training: Cognitive Processing Therapy
An evidence based approach to treat PTSD and related conditions. Online course, PESI, February 2026
Brainspotting 2 Day Workshop with David Grand
Integrating the neuroexperiential model for rapid trauma healing. Online course, PESI
Healing Trauma at its Roots
Polyvagal and ACEs informed strategies for lasting change. Online course, PESI
Substance Use Disorders Certification Training
Stigma free, trauma informed, recovery based treatment with motivational interviewing, harm reduction, CBT and more. Online course, PESI
Neurodiversity Specialist Training
Affirming practices for autism, ADHD, AuDHD, dyslexia, OCD and more. Online course, PESI, January 2026
3 Day Dialectical Behavior Therapy Certification Training
Digital seminar, PESI, May 2026
Personality Disorders Certification Training
Advanced diagnoses, treatment and management. Online course, Evergreen Certifications
Ethics and Risk Management in Behavioral Health
What every clinician needs to know about mental health and the law. Online course, PESI, June 2026
The Ultimate DBT, CBT, and ACT Training Bundle
Online course, PESI, January 2026
2 Day Intensive Anger Management Certification Training
Mindfulness based tools for impulse control, reduced emotional reactivity and long lasting change. Digital seminar, PESI, April 2026
Group Therapy Certificate Course
Evidence based strategies to develop and facilitate dynamic, purposeful and effective group therapy. Digital seminar, PESI, ongoing
Polyvagal Theory for Embodied Trauma Recovery
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) certification training. Digital seminar, Evergreen Certifications, ongoing
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
An evidence based approach to create rapid, sustainable change with any client. Online course, PESI, January 2026
Treating Chronic Pain
Intensive training course
Certificate in Provincial Addiction Curricula and Treatment and Experiential Skill (PACES) Learning Pathway
Advanced level. Alberta Health Services
Certificate in Alberta Opioid Dependency Treatment (ODT) Training
Alberta Health Services
Therapeutic modalities
The work is shaped by what you actually bring.
No single approach works for every person or every history. The frameworks listed below are the ones I draw from. Which ones I use, and how, depends entirely on what you bring into the session. The approach always follows you, not the other way around.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviour for anxiety, depression and burnout.
DBT
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance and navigating difficult moments.
ACT
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Building psychological flexibility and living in alignment with what actually matters to you.
CPT
Cognitive Processing Therapy
An evidence-based approach specifically designed for processing trauma and PTSD at the root.
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
A structured approach for processing distressing memories and trauma that are still affecting the present.
MI
Motivational Interviewing
Exploring ambivalence and building motivation for the kind of change that actually sticks.
IFS
Internal Family Systems
Understanding the different parts of yourself and how they interact, especially the ones in conflict.
Who I work with
The person who takes care of everyone and has never quite been the one.
These are some of the people who find their way to this practice. If you see yourself here, or if you do not but something still resonates, reach out. There is no wrong reason to get in touch.
Rates and fees
Getting support should not depend on whether you can afford it.
Direct billing is available for AB Blue Cross, Medavie and Greenshield. For all other insurance providers, an official receipt is provided for you to submit directly for reimbursement. It is your responsibility to confirm your coverage and reimbursement details with your insurance provider before booking. A sliding scale starting at CAD $150 is available for those who qualify.
Individual therapy
One-on-one sessions for adults
For the person who takes care of everyone and is ready to have a space that is entirely theirs. In-person in Calgary or virtual across Alberta and Nova Scotia.
Direct billing available for AB Blue Cross, Medavie and Greenshield. Receipt provided for other insurers.
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Start here. It costs you nothing.
A 45-minute conversation to ask questions, share what you are carrying, and get a sense of whether working together feels like the right fit.
No credit card required · No obligation
Book your consultationPsychological assessments
Available for adults and children. Duration and fees vary depending on the nature and scope of the assessment. Contact me directly to discuss your needs.
Sliding scale eligibility
A reduced rate starting at CAD $150 per session is available for those who qualify. Reach out and we will have an honest conversation about what works for your situation.
Direct billing and insurance
Direct billing is available for Alberta Blue Cross, Medavie and Greenshield. For all other insurance providers, an official receipt is provided for you to submit directly for reimbursement. It is your responsibility to confirm coverage details, including session limits and reimbursement rates, with your insurance provider before booking.
You have read this far. That already took something.
The person who takes care of everyone rarely puts themselves first. If you are here, something in you already knows it is time. There is no pressure, no commitment and no wrong reason to get in touch.
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