Psychologist sitting on the floor with two dogs in a cozy kitchen. One dog is black and white, sitting upright, while the other is a large, fluffy, brown and white dog lying on the wood floor.
A dog standing on a grassy field during sunset, with a wooden fence and trees in the background.
Therapist kneeling in the snow with two dogs, an Australian Shepherd and a black and white Border Collie, in a winter landscape with snow-covered trees in the background.
Therapy dog ready to hit the road
Two therapy cats, one gray and one orange and white, sleeping together on a dark gray couch.
Two horses standing inside a wooden shelter on a grassy farm, with trees and fields in the background under a cloudy sky.
A woman standing next to a wooden fence with a brown horse behind it, in a snowy outdoor setting during winter, with two dogs at her feet.
A long-haired grey and black cat lying on a beige cushioned chair
A happy Australian Shepherd dog lying on green grass outdoors with a blurred wooden fence in the background.
A black and white cat sleeping on a beige fabric-lined wicker basket placed on a wooden table.

“The world would be a nicer place if everyone had the ability to love as unconditionally as a dog.”

— M.K. Clinton

About us.

 

I joke that I have a zoo, but I kind of do. My old therapy dog Effie unfortunately passed over the rainbow bridge after 10 amazing years together but is still here in spirit and I’m sure watches over me and the clients she’s loved. Over the years, the zoo has grown and I have my dog Bandi, several cats (including Finnick who can be a bit guarded but definitely shows us how to communicate and hold boundaries) and two very senior horses. Outside of my love of animals, I enjoy having a good cup of coffee, conversations with friends, , camping in the summer and getting outdoors. I truly enjoy the work I do and the connections I build with

 

Credentials.

  • Registered Psychologist (College of Alberta Psychologists 2011-present)

  • Member of the Canadian Psychological Association

  • Master of Education in Counselling Psychology (University of Alberta 2008)

  • Bachelor of Arts (University of Alberta, Major in Psychology, Minor in Sociology)

Trainings/Specializations & Interests.

  • Play Therapy

  • Animal Assisted Therapy

  • Grief

  • Weight Management

  • Self Esteem

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Hypnosis

  • Prolongued Exposure