I'm an Advanced Year Master of Social Work student at the University of Windsor, completing my final
practicum with a focus on advanced clinical practice. I hold an Honours Bachelor of Sociology with a Legal
Studies option from the University of Waterloo and bring over 25 years of experience working in women's
mental health, trauma counselling, gender-based violence services, practical skills-based counselling, and
psychoeducation for individuals and groups.

I currently work as a Mental Health Counsellor within a Family Health Team, providing brief, evidence-informed
counselling within an interprofessional primary care environment. Much of my work centers on supporting
caregivers who are navigating burnout, grief and loss, relationship strain, identity, health anxiety, and major life
transitions.

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My professional background spans community, shelter, crisis, and primary care settings across Ontario. I've held a wide range of frontline and leadership roles within the violence against women and community mental health sectors, including crisis counsellor, gender-based violence counsellor, sexual assault counsellor, healing program coordinator, and interim management positions. My work has included designing and facilitating psychoeducational groups, developing trauma-informed programming, and supporting both professional and informal caregivers through education, consultation, and reflective practice.

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As an advanced MSW intern, I am focused on strengthening my capacity to support caregivers and helpers who are carrying sustained emotional and relational demands, often while balancing the needs of others alongside their own. I bring advanced and in-progress training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, trauma counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Polyvagal Theory. My practice is grounded in feminist, anti-oppressive, attachment-oriented, and trauma-informed approaches, with a strong emphasis on ethical and sustainable care.

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Between January and April 2026, I am offering free virtual counselling for Ontario residents while completing my practicum, under the clinical supervision of Amanda Rocheleau, BSW, MSW, RSW.

Outside of work, I enjoy DIY home projects, watching movies, walking my dog, and spending time with my
family. I’m married to my university sweetheart and have two boys, one at university and the other heading
there shortly. My dog and cat often keep me company as quiet office companions.

If you're ready to take the next step toward meaningful support, I would be honoured to support you.