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MyApproach to Therapy

Regardless of the challenges you're facing or where you are on your personal journey, know that I'm here to welcome and hold space for you exactly as you are. Trust, authenticity, and cultural competency are the cornerstones of my therapeutic approach. Guided by curiosity, collaboration, and a touch of humor, I strive to create an environment where each client feels truly seen, heard, and understood—honoring not only your present self but also your potential for growth.

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Operating from an anti-oppressive, strengths-based, intersectional, and trauma-informed perspective, I'm deeply committed to supporting individuals from all walks of life, including those from Racialized communities and the LGBTQIA2S+ community. My approach to wellness is holistic, acknowledging the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, physical, cultural, social, and spiritual dimensions. Drawing from multiple theoretical orientations and techniques, I create personalized treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

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Building authentic therapeutic relationships is at the heart of my practice. I take the time to truly understand each person's individual needs and circumstances, honouring the fact that every person's journey is different. In a compassionate, supportive, and inclusive space, clients can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment, whether they're grappling with anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, cultural identity, relationship issues, or other mental health concerns.

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For individuals residing in Calgary, Alberta, I offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I'm honoured to extend my virtual therapy services to clients across Canada, and as a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) I am happy to offer virtual therapy services to clients residing in Ontario.

Therapeutic Modalities I Use:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy  

  • ​Transactional Analysis  

  • Emotion Focused Therapy 

  • Trauma Informed Therapy 

  • Narrative Therapy 

  • Solution Focused Therapy 

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 

  • Somatic Therapy

  • Attachment Theory

  • Compassion Focused

  • Afrocentric Approach

  • Gottman Method (Couples Therapy)

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My Story

I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Winnipeg with a double major in Human Rights & Global Studies, and Religion & Culture. Graduating in 2013, I embarked on various career paths, envisioning roles in Human Rights advocacy, academia, and law. However, a year and a half later, I found myself feeling lost, struggling to find a fulfilling job and silently battling my mental health. Relocating to Edmonton, Alberta offered me a fresh start, leading me to a career in Commercial Real Estate. Despite success, I realized real estate wasn't my passion. In 2019, I made the brave decision to pursue a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP). Graduating in 2022 amidst a global pandemic, I embarked on my private practice journey in March 2023.

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With over 15 years of experience across various industries, including restaurant, retail, human resources, and customer service, I bring a diverse perspective to my practice. As a second-generation Jamaican-Canadian Black woman, I intimately understand the stigma surrounding mental health in Racialized communities and the challenges of navigating multiple social identities. My passion lies in supporting the BIPOC community, creating a brave and inclusive space where individuals can receive judgment-free support.

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In addition to providing individual and couples therapy services, I also offer group therapy sessions, focusing on topics such as racial identity, cultural competency, and self-empowerment. These sessions are designed to provide a supportive space for individuals to explore these important themes in a group setting, fostering connection, understanding, and personal growth

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I believe in the transformative power of love and compassion, both in my role as a therapist and in my personal life. Every person deserves the opportunity for healing, and I am committed to facilitating that journey. If you're seeking compassionate support tailored to your unique experiences, I invite you to connect with me. Let's work together to plant seeds of love and growth in your life. I want you to know that your mental health is important. Your story and lived experiences are important. Your feelings matter. You are worthy and deserving of support.

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Contact me today to begin your healing journey.

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Professional Development

Trainings, workshops, and webinars I have completed include:

  • Ethics and Risk Management in Behavioural Health:  What Every Clinician Needs to Know About Mental Health and the Law - PESI, Virtual Training, Frederic Reamer & Robert Landau, 2023

  • The Body Keeps the Score: Trauma Healing Through the Senses - PESI, Virtual Training, Bessel van der Kolk, 2023

  • EMDR & Parts Work For Treating Complex Trauma: Somatic Techniques to Decrease Defensiveness and Facilitate Trauma Processing - PESI, Virtual Training, Arielle Schwartz, 2023

  • IFS Immersion: Integrating Internal Family Systems Across Clinical Applications - PESI, Virtual Training, 2023

  • Antiracism At Work Workshop - Virtual Training, Selam Debs, 2023

  • Narcissistic Abuse In-Depth Workshop - PESI, Virtual Training, Ramani Durvasala, 2023

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training, Level 1 - Psychwire, Virtual Training, Russ Harris, 2023

  • Liberatory Connections: Healing the Impact of Systemic Trauma in Couples Therapy - Academy of Therapy Wisdom, Virtual Training, Akilah Riley-Richardson, 2023

  • Advanced EMDR Trauma Treatments via Telehealth & In-Person - PESI, Virtual Training, 2023

  • Healing From Affairs Training Workshop - PESI, Virtual Training, Tammy Nelson, 2023 

  • Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment - Academy of Therapy Wisdom, Virtual Training, Janina Fisher, 2023

  • Trauma Treatment Certification Training (CCTP) - PESI, Virtual Training, Janina Fisher, 2023

  • Breaking the Cycle of Unhealthy Family Relationships Workshop - PESI, Virtual Training, Nedra Glover Tawwab, 2023

  • Grief Care Professional Certificate Program - PESI, Virtual Training, Megan Devine, 2023

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy Certification Training - PESI, Virtual Training, Lane Pederson, 2023

  • Trans-Affirming Network Training - Skipping Stone, 2023

  • Indigenous Cultural Awareness Training - Indigenous Psychological Services, Leigh Sheldon, 2023

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