Core Values

These values form the foundation of my personal and professional life. They include compassion, authenticity, flexibility, reliability, respect, professionalism and curiosity. This is what they mean to me:

Compassion: I believe that every being is worthy of thoughtful and empathic care. I practice compassion for my clients, myself, and all living beings by expressing kindness, empathy, attentiveness, intentionality, and patience in my work. My compassionate approach supports clients to engage in self-exploration within the safety of the counselling relationship.

Authenticity: While I am very passionate about clinical technique, I also value bringing my authentic self to my work. As Ram Dass said, "We are all just walking each other home." This reflects the core of my approach—healing happens through genuine connection and shared humanity. By being authentic, I create a safe space where clients can explore their True Selves, fostering deeper growth and transformation.

Flexibility: One size does NOT fit all. I tailor my counselling approach to meet the needs of each client where they're at. I really enjoy working with people from all walks and stages of life, and I strive to celebrate the unique gifts that we all bring into the world.

Reliability: It is important to me that I follow through on what I say I will do. Whether it's returning a phone call, or meeting a deadline, I hold myself accountable to myself and others. I also have a strong tenacity for challenge and problem solving and I won't give up.

Respect: The value of respect is central in my relationships with both people and the natural world. I believe in honouring consent, asking for permission before entering (and foraging) in wild spaces and places, giving thanks, and walking with intention because all living beings are worthy of respect. I believe strongly in acknowledging the unceded, ancestral and traditional territory that I am both working and playing on, and feel incredibly grateful to be a visitor on this land.

Professionalism: I strive to be an ethical clinician who positively impacts my community. I live this value by integrating empirically validated approaches into my practice and by contributing to the community in various ways, sharing my skills and knowledge. I am deeply committed to my own healing because I believe I can only guide my clients as far as I have journeyed in my own growth. To ensure I’m offering the best possible care, I also seek ongoing Clinical Supervision and professional training to continually enhance my skills and stay at the forefront of my field.

Curiosity: I have always had a strong sense of curiosity. From a young age, I was driven to understand how the world worked... This sense of curiosity propelled me to pursue a career as a Clinical Counsellor which presents everyday opportunities to discover, reflect, and learn. This sense of curiosity also fuels my love for adventure. From cycling across Canada, to working as a Wildfire Forest Firefighter, to trail running through the forest, I love to push my physical and mental limits to discover new people, places and experiences.