My origin and the beginning of ‘Bleeding Heart Therapy’:

Throughout my life I was often told I was too sensitive, too anxious - too much of a bleeding heart. Through my own journey in self-exploration and therapy I have learned that I am, and have always been, a queer neurodivergent person who simply did not have the tools or support to feel empowered in my own life. Through radical self-acceptance I learned to wear the title of a ‘bleeding heart’ with pride as I know it contributes to the vast amount of compassion and empathy I have for clients. I hope to help you set boundaries, face difficult emotions and learn coping skills to improve your overall well-being. I am hear to help you find yourself - even if you are not sure who that is right now.

My practice:

I am a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience. I am especially skilled with people experiencing issues related to identity, relationships and health diagnoses. From more traditional methods like CBT and trauma-informed care to newer methods like somatic healing and art therapy - we will find what works best.

I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can work together at a pace that suits you. I practice from an anti-oppressive, LGBT+ allied lens and recognize systematic barriers. I believe in client-led practice - you are the expert in your own life, I am simply here to guide you through it. If you are ready for this journey, I am too.

My experience:

I have a varied job experience as social worker including an in-need-of-housing shelter, a trauma and drug misuse treatment center, a community support worker and within the school system. As a registered social worker - I am committed to continuing my education and always adding new resources and tools to my therapy toolkit.

I recognize and acknowledge that the land I currently practice on and occupy known as Windsor is on the traditional territory of the Anishnaabeg people of the Three Fires Confederacy (Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa). I recognize the negative historical and contemporary roots of settler colonialism in the practice of therapy and social services and take a commitment to learning about decolonizing approaches to therapy and mental health.