I am a clinical counsellor who, as of January 26, 2022, has begun the journey of transitioning from male to female. People in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community are often misunderstood by those we turn to for help. It can be an uncomfortable experience to have a counsellor who lacks critical knowledge and experience needed to understand your perspective, and not feeling understood by your counsellor can make it difficult to engage in counselling or make positive growth.

 

I am trained in providing counselling to 2SLGBTQIA+, as well as in providing gender affirming care to gender diverse individuals. My mandate is to provide safe, compassionate, non-stigmatizing, client-centered care to anyone who feels that they might benefit from having a queer counsellor. While this mandate focuses largely on the 2SLGBTQIA+ population, you may have other reasons for wanting a queer counsellor, and I am here for you. I have experience counselling for a broad range of issues, and counselling with me can cover any topics that are important for you. I am trauma-informed, culturally respectful, and attuned to the harm and despair caused by oppression.

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As a counsellor, I believe strongly that you have the right to tell your story, in your words, and to set goals that work for you. Although I have expertise when it comes to counselling psychology, you are the expert on your life and your experience. I work collaboratively with my clients to make progress that is significant to them and aligns with their goals, hopes, and needs. I will never reduce your identity to a diagnosis or define you by your problems.