Trauma is my specialty.

I chose the name Sunburst Counselling as I see counselling as a pathway to finding hope when you may be feeling hopeless. A sunburst is a ray of light that shines through on cloudy days. It’s an encouraging reminder that light still exists, to me, a symbolism for hope. My goal is to provide you with a safe, judgement free, supportive space to share your life challenges in.

A space where your needs are the priority and you come first. You deserve to have this. You are worth it. Imagine how you would feel if you reached out and committed to working through your challenges. Peaceful? Relieved? Energized? Hopeful? Proud? What are you waiting for?

I’m currently accepting new clients!

Why Virtual Counselling?

This format has been proven through research to be just as effective as in-person sessions and has the added benefits of:

  • no transportation costs

  • no parking fees

  • no travel time

  • avoidance of inclement weather

  • sickness won’t prevent you from attending

  • easy access to professional guidance and support from the safety and comfort of your own home or workplace.

I offer VIRTUAL (secure video and/or telephone) services to all residents of ALBERTA and ONTARIO.

Trauma is my specialty. What is trauma? Trauma is linked to a memory/memories of an event(s) that “sticks” within your mind and body. As a result, you may experience “triggers” in your day to day life that unexpectedly take you back to the memory/memories and the distressing emotions that are attached. When this happens, you may feel like you are reliving the traumatic event over and over again. If this sounds familiar to you, I can help!

Unresolved trauma can result in anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorders, PTSD, C-PTSD or chronic pain, all of which can greatly impact your ability to function. When you lose your ability to function, you may experience a decrease in self-esteem, self-worth and self-confidence all of which will impact your core sense of self.

As a "Certified" EMDR Therapist (meaning I have many years of advanced training), my recommended treatment for trauma is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I can however treat your trauma symptoms through other modalities as well. As a Registered Clinical Social Worker, I have advanced knowledge and training in mental health treatment and diagnosis. Together we can determine what type of support will benefit you the most.

We all get stuck along our journey at times. Let me support you in finding that ray of light, the “sunburst” that gives you hope in your healing process. It would be my privilege to support you in finding your way back to who you know yourself to be.