Some days, I am astonished at how I am now living a peaceful, fulfilling life, being authentically me. As a young adult, I was always in a hyper-aroused state, ready to fight, cry, and run. People's perceptions of me were incorrect; they saw me as unapproachable and arrogant. However, I was untrusting, scared, and simply trying to survive. The tragic death of my father, having to support my family, and staying in a toxic marriage showed up through weight loss, heartburn, anxiety, lack of sleep, and muscle aches to name a few.

At that time, I didn't have any coping skills. I lived in shame and doubt. I honestly believed I created this mess and shall live in it now. The straw broke the camel's back when I felt I only had two options: change my life or self-medicate (drink to numb). I chose to change.

With counselling, I realized my strength. I faced my fears and made significant changes. I became a single mom and began an amazing professional career path. I bought a farm. (Yes, single mom with two kids running a farm.) The more I learned about myself, the more empowered I became. I implemented simple daily habits to boost my confidence, such as daily yoga and meditation practice, and my ability to adapt to stress drastically improved. Slowly, I became a healthy human. I am no longer anxious, and the heartburn has disappeared - all signs of a healthier nervous system. These learnings pushed me on a new career path. I went back to school in 2013 and became a counsellor. I started my practice incorporating all the lessons learned professionally and through life experiences.

My therapeutic approach is not just about talk therapy. I incorporate tools to help you become fully present and aware. When you and your body feel safe – you can gain the ability to bring real change into your life. The vagus nerve is the body's superpower. A healthy vagal tone makes you more likely to lead a successful life. A healthy nervous system equals reduced stress and anxiety, better sleep, calmness, more compassion, and better decision-making. My history has gifted me resources that I can share with you - easy strategies to incorporate into your daily routine, allowing you to live life to the fullest with an understanding of what it takes to be a healthy human.

I am devoted to empowering others to overcome adversity and tap into the strengths we all inherently have. What if you could wake up daily without anxiety, view your past with purpose, not regret? Take the next step towards a happy, peaceful, and stress-free life. Book now!

• 2013  Diploma - Applied Psychology & Professional Counselling

• 2014  Registered Professional Counsellor (RPC) # 3671

• 2020 Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (MPCC)

• 2023 Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling Supervisor (MPCC-S) Provisional