Therapeutic Approach

Therapy works best when there’s trust, collaboration, and a genuine connection. I believe that the relationship between client and therapist is at the heart of meaningful change. My approach is grounded in careful listening, thoughtful assessment, and a deep respect for each person’s goals, values, and strengths. We work together to find what’s most helpful, and I regularly adapt the approach as your needs evolve.

While I draw from a range of evidence-based therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is often a foundation. Over the past year, I’ve deepened my understanding of ACT through study and personal practice—including beginning a meditation practice with a wonderful Kelowna-based teacher, Duncan Harte. It’s become clear to me that modern psychological approaches like ACT often echo the deep wisdom found in contemplative traditions: learning to stay present, make space for discomfort, and move toward what matters most.

Scroll down for information about modalities I often practice, and have received training in: ACT; CBT; ERP; Solution-Focused Therapy; Mindfulness-based approaches; Person-centred approach; Motivational interviewing

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):
    Focuses on accepting rather than fighting difficult thoughts, and making choices based on what matters most to you.

  • I am currently undertaking Neurodiversity Specialist Training: Affirming Practices for Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, Dyslexia, OCD, and More

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT):
    Noticing and changing patterns in your thoughts and behaviours that may be unhelpful or keeping you stuck.

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP):
    Specialised form of CBT often used for OCD and phobias.
    I am currently working towards a certificate of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Treatment Specialist

  • Solution-Focused Therapy:
    Strengths-based: focusing on what’s working and what’s possible, to make small steps towards change.

  • Mindfulness-Based Approaches:
    How to stay present and reduce reactivity to stress or discomfort.

  • Relational/Person-Centred Approaches:
    Building a strong therapeutic relationship: healing happens in connection, not just through techniques.

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI):
    Exploring your own reasons and readiness for change. A collaborative, non-judgmental process.

Therapeutic Approaches