About Karen
My practice is rooted in the desire to support, empower, and educate clients. I believe my clients are capable and resilient, and that together we can develop skills to create change. I am passionate and vocal about issues of social justice and I use inclusive and multicultural approaches in my work.
The framework that I use pulls from several modalities and theoretical orientations to create a custom therapeutic approach to meet each individual’s needs.
I use a lot of cognitive behavioural therapy and focus on skill building. I work with you to build skills and techniques to navigate the challenges that life presents.
I am also trained in basic EMDR, and many of my clients benefit from building this into our work together as well.
I completed my thesis on how to support clients who are in non-monogamous relationships. Relationships are the most important aspect of our lives, and many people are looking for alternative relationship structures that support them and their lifestyles. I have a deep understanding of the harmful narratives that surround monogamy and non-monogamy and will work with you to develop the type of relationship that will work best for you.
I know what it is like to live with IBS. Anxiety, trauma, and dysregulation all make it difficult for us to live fully, especially when it impacts not only our mental health, but our gut health as well. Our work together will focus on nervous system regulation and helping you feel more grounded. Life comes with many stressors, so let’s work together to build skills to help you manage them.
Modalities
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Emotion Focused Therapy
Narrative Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Qualifications/Training
Master of Counselling
Bachelor of Psychology
Sex Therapy Training
Harm Reduction Training
Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (Level 1)
Mental Health First Aid (First Nations)
ARC Trauma Treatment
Plan B Challenging Behaviours
Building Resilience
Self Harm/Suicide Awareness & Prevention
