Services
Virtual sessions for children, teens and young adults across Ontario. Ages 4 to 29, with specialized care for neurodivergence, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, grief and loss, identity and the in-between.
Your 7-year-old can't name what's wrong, but the meltdowns are getting bigger and bedtime has become a battle. We find the words together, through play, art and games.
Your 14-year-old says they're fine. You don't believe them. A space that isn't your kitchen table and isn't school, where they can actually be heard.
Graduated but stuck. The friends you had at 19 aren't around the way they used to be, and what comes next isn't clear yet. Let's figure out what's underneath.
Kids don't come with a manual. When your child is too young or not yet ready for virtual therapy, parent counselling is often the starting point. I'll help you navigate it.
Specialties
Areas of clinical experience include, but are not limited to:
LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent affirming.
Not sure what you're facing fits? Book a free 15-minute consultation and I'll tell you honestly whether I can help.
Training & Registrations
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.
Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals.
Master of Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University.
Bachelor of Applied Science in Adult Development, University of Guelph.
University of Toronto: Bereavement Education Certification.
McMaster University: Addictions Careworker Diploma.
BECK Institute: Essentials CBT & CBT Focused: Anxiety.
UofT Continuing Studies: DBT (Foundational Training Part 1).
Psychwire: ACT for Beginners.
SickKids Learning Institute: Children's Grief & Bereavement, Essential Skills for Assessing and Treating Children & Families, and Complex Trauma Levels 1 & 2.
ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training).
Therapy is a form of expression, like art. You find a space that you feel safe in to open up, and let others understand you.
How It Works
Fill in the contact form with the client's name, age and what's bringing you in. That's all I need to start.
A short phone call to talk through what's going on and whether we're the right fit, no pressure either way.
I'll send a quick intake form to complete, then our first session to gather history and set goals.
Sessions are booked at a frequency that meets you where you are at, and will be discussed at the intake session.
Treatment Approach
One of my philosophies about therapy is that every client is different, and they all have different needs. I work from an integrative approach, meaning I start with a foundational treatment modality and pull from other models of therapy that best fit the needs of my client.
We look at thought patterns that aren't serving you and build ones that do.
Tools for moments when emotions feel too big to manage.
Building psychological flexibility and values-based action in the face of hard feelings.
A goal-oriented approach focused on practical next steps.
You are the expert on your own life, and sessions are shaped around that.
Part of how I approach therapy is empowering my clients to better understand themselves, and why their brains or bodies react or respond the way they do. The mind and body are connected, and while focusing on the problem area is important, working from a holistic approach and looking at the bigger picture is most helpful to create change.
When working with children and teens, I incorporate play, games, interactive activities and art into sessions, giving them space to explore, communicate and express themselves.
Honest Note
Every therapist has their lane. I work best with children, teens and young adults (ages 4 to 29) and their families. If you're outside that age range, in an immediate crisis, or looking for in-person care, psychiatric assessment or medication management, I'm not the right fit, and I'll help you find someone who is.
Fees & Insurance
Payment is processed automatically at the end of each session via the credit card on file. A receipt is emailed for your records.
Ongoing (50-minute) parent sessions are available when your child is a current client. Otherwise, new parent sessions are booked as 60-minute intakes, with 50-minute ongoing sessions.
OHIP does not cover psychotherapy services. Many private and workplace benefit plans do cover sessions with a Registered Psychotherapist, so it's worth checking your plan before starting. Receipts are provided after every session and include my CRPO registration number for insurance submission.
Please give at least 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations or no-shows are charged 50% of the session fee. If I ever need to cancel, you're not charged.
Common Questions
The intake is 60 minutes and focuses on getting to know each other, reviewing relevant background, and setting goals. Ongoing sessions are 50 minutes and focus on the work itself. Both are $150 CAD.
Yes. It's one of the more common paths, especially for younger children who aren't quite ready for virtual therapy, or for teens who need time to warm up to the idea. Start where you are, and fold your child in when they're ready.
A private, quiet space where you can speak freely, a stable internet connection, and a device with a working camera and microphone. Headphones are recommended for privacy. A secure video link is sent before each session.
Not necessarily. A consistent weekly or bi-weekly slot tends to build the most momentum, but timing can flex around school, work, or life. Standing appointments are set at intake.
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Get Started
If you are unsure how my services can best support you, please reach out to book a free 15-minute phone or video consultation.