Choosing a therapist for your needs can be a daunting task! I encourage new clients to get started by scheduling a 20 minute consultation phone call where we can talk about your needs, and what I can offer. If it feels like a good fit for you, we can schedule an initial session at that time.

Initial counselling sessions are a chance to get to know you - as a person, the challenges that are bringing us together as well as your goals for counselling in more detail. I like to think of first sessions as wading into the shallow end of a pool, where you get to decide to what depth you go into. We will also review consent and counselling processes and answer any questions you might have.

This is a very individual question, depending on each person and their needs and goals for counselling. Most people will find they benefit and see improvement in their lives right away after starting counselling, even after just one session. Some people find they are feeling better after a few sessions, and may decide to pause at that time - they may come back in the future when they want to check in, or if new challenges have come up in their lives. Other people might find they benefit from regular and ongoing counselling sessions for a longer period of time. This may be the case for those clients engaging in trauma processing work such as EMDR.

In order to make effective and lasting changes, it is recommended to attend therapy on a regular and consistent basis. Weekly or bi-weekly sessions are suggested at first, depending on your needs and timeline. Once you are feeling better or treatment is concluded, your sessions should be decreased to help establish these changes in your daily life, while still checking in with your therapist on a less frequent basis for support.

Sessions are typically 50-60 minutes in length. You can also choose 90-minute sessions if you prefer.

Counselling sessions are $200 an hour.

Yes! I offer direct billing to the following insurance companies:

• Alberta Blue Cross

• Beneva/SSQ

• Canada Life/Great-West Life

• Desjardins

• Equitable Life of Caanda

• First Canadian Health

• Green Shield Canada

• Johnson

• Johnston Group

• Manulife

• RBC Insurance

• RWAM

If your insurance company is not on the list, please confirm with your insurance company that you are covered for services under a Registered Social Worker.

Yes I do! I offer virtual therapy sessions through a secure video platform for clients who prefer remote sessions.

Please note you must be located in the province of Alberta.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or experiencing challenges that affect your well-being, therapy can provide valuable support. The decision to seek therapy is a personal one, and it can be helpful to explore your feelings with a professional.

Yes, I work with children and adolescents on a range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and family dynamics. I have advanced training in trauma treatment for young people, and I use age-appropriate approaches to help young clients express their thoughts and emotions and process and heal from their experiences.