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I am a registered clinical psychologist with extensive experience working with adults ages 19 years and older. I have had the privilege of working in many different settings, including hospital, community mental health, school, university and private practice.

 

My mission is to ensure a safe, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. I believe that such a relationship facilitates healing and meaningful growth, as clients explore ways to cope and deal with life's challenges.The process of therapy fosters a safe environment that allows individuals to have the courage to be vulnerable, to become more self-aware, and to maintain a healing frame of mind. My philosophy of working with people includes integrating contemplative, humanistic and empirically-based approaches with the goal of providing the most professional, respectful, individualized care for people with whom I work.

 

I believe that as human beings we are all vulnerable, dealing with suffering and pain as we strive to cope with life’s challenges. However, I am inspired by the human spirit; our resiliency, courage and personal agency on our healing journey. My working principles are based on the practise of acceptance, mindful presence, and compassion for self and others.

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“…accepting our full humanity - often struggling, uncertain, vulnerable and confused - but with great compassion”  -- Chris Germer

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                                               Mindfully Awakening the Compassionate Heart