(A real picture of me is coming soon:)

I’ve been working with parents, families, and kids for 20 years. In that time, I have had the opportunity to connect in a number of settings including schools, medical facilities, private practice, with numerous community groups, and in the homes of many individual families.

Way back in the year 2000, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Psychology and a minor Women Studies. After working and gaining real life experience for a few years, I decided to go back to school and earned a second undergraduate degree in Human Ecology with a major in Family Studies, followed by a Master of Education degree in Psychological Studies in Education, all from the University of Alberta. 

What I have learned about myself over the years: I love working with children, parents, and families. One of my early “real-life” experiences included owning and operating a preschool in the Millcreek area and it was through my experiences there that I realized the importance of healthy early childhood development within a strong attachment framework. Since that time, I have completed trainings with the Neufeld Institute, DIR Floortime, Creative Arts Therapy, and Synergetic Play Therapy, and I have learned that I love:

1)     helping parents understand child development theories and strategies so they can enhance their connection with their children.

2)    Being a part of school teams that aim to help children meet their true academic potential.

 I also really enjoy working in a small clinic setting. I find this keeps the whole experience personal, which enables me to tailor the experience to each unique family. This tends to make the experience welcoming and safe.