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 strive to create a safe, supportive, and liberating space where you can explore, heal, and grow.
The values that guide my work are rooted in respect, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe that therapy is most effective when built on a foundation of mutual trust and shared humanity. I am committed to offering a therapeutic experience that reflects the following core values, which shape the way I support and engage with you throughout our journey together.
Honesty
I believe in fostering a space where open, honest communication is the foundation. This creates trust and allows for deeper exploration and growth.
Courage
Therapy often involves facing difficult truths. I encourage you to tap into your inner courage to confront challenges and embrace the healing process, even when it’s uncomfortable.
Shared Humanity
At the heart of our work together is the understanding that we all share the same human experiences—struggles, joys, pain, and triumph. This commonality is a powerful source of connection.
Freedom
In therapy, freedom is about reclaiming your voice and agency. My aim is to help you feel empowered to make choices that align with your values, without the constraints of external expectations.
Respect
Every person is unique, with their own experiences, beliefs, and culture. I strive to honour your autonomy and foster a space where your perspective is valued.
Openness
I bring a spirit of openness to our work together, welcoming exploration of your feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This allows for genuine understanding and meaningful transformation.
Truth & Reconciliation
I express deep respect and gratitude for the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, their unceded ancestral homelands, and the care they provided to the land where I am privileged to live, work, and play. As an uninvited settler on these stolen lands, I acknowledge the historical and ongoing harm that has been done to Indigenous peoples. I recognize that the field of counselling is rooted in a colonial, Eurocentric framework that continues to impact marginalized communities.
I am committed to Truth & Reconciliation and engage in the ongoing work to better recognize 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 alongside Turtle Island communities. Resources like the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation website (nctr.ca) offer ways to deepen our understanding and work toward meaningful change.
