Core Values
“You are not too much. You deserve spaces where you can show up fully and be celebrated for who you are.”
– Dr. Joy Harden Bradford
In my practice, I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and liberating space where you can explore, heal, and grow.
I believe that therapy is most effective when built on a foundation of mutual trust, respect, and collaboration. I am committed to offering a sacred space that reflects the following values, which shape the way I engage with you throughout our time together.
Shared Humanity
Healing happens in connection. While our experiences are shaped by identity, history, and power, we all need dignity, belonging, and care. I hold space for what’s uniquely yours while recognizing what we share.
Transparency
Trust grows through honesty. I bring transparency and respect into our work, offering clear communication and thoughtful reflection so you can make informed choices about your healing.
Openness
Your feelings, thoughts, and experiences deserve space to be explored without judgement. I approach our time with a spirit of curiosity and care to genuinely connect with you as a fellow human.
Respect
Every person is unique, shaped by their experiences, beliefs, culture, ancestry, and community. I honour your autonomy and the rich context of your cultural and ancestral roots in our shared space.
Courage
Healing asks us to face what’s been silenced, to move toward truth even when it’s difficult. I hold space for your courage, knowing that growth isn’t about pushing through but about finding what sustains you.
Liberation
Liberation is reclaiming your agency, your voice, your right to take up space. I am committed to supporting you in making choices rooted in self-trust, free from oppressive narratives that were never yours to carry.
Truth & Reconciliation
I acknowledge with deep respect the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, whose unceded lands I am privileged to live, work, and play on. As an uninvited settler, I recognize the historical and ongoing harm done to Indigenous peoples. The field of counselling is rooted in a colonial, Eurocentric framework that continues to impact marginalized communities.
I am committed to recognizing ways my practice may be complicit in colonial systems. Guided by the commitment of Every Child Matters, I encourage continuous learning and unlearning to stand in solidarity. Exploring resources like the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (nctr.ca) can deepen our understanding and help work toward meaningful change.
