I was struggling in medical school. I knew it was going to be hard, like drinking water from a fire hydrant with all of the materials that needed to be absorbed, but the experience was beyond comprehension. My first go of it ended in disaster. It involved a...
Grief
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If you’re a trauma survivor, first and foremost, I want to commend your strength in embarking on the journey of therapy. It's a courageous step towards healing, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Starting therapy as a trauma survivor can be...
Counseling, Coaching, and Consulting
Although I am a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia and working towards my doctorate in psychology, I support my clients in other ways as well. In addition to the therapy I provide, with a lot of my clients who are parents there’s a certain amount...
Death and Grieving
My father died a month ago. It was expected, though it happened sooner than we thought, and I am grieving. Although I have supported grieving clients over the years, it’s been a while since I personally experienced it so deeply. I learned after my grandmother died...