Pivot Psychotherapy

With over 13 years of working in mental health and counselling, coupled with a graduate degree from the University of Toronto in counselling psychology and a doctorate in counselling and psychotherapy underway, I've developed a therapist's toolkit of psychological assessments, extensive knowledge of mental health issues, and a holistic mix of therapeutic modalities. I support my clients’ mental health and wellbeing by embracing a culturally responsive and socially just wellness model that promotes development, prevention, growth, and empowerment. My practice flows from a trauma-informed integrative framework, drawing predominately from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and multicultural counselling perspectives. Providing a breadth of options for you to draw from creates a more tailored approach to meet your individualized counselling goals and needs quickly. 

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I specialize in working with adolescents and adults, collaboratively working through issues that may impede personal, interpersonal, academic, and career growth. I currently work in a university setting and private practice. My specialization areas include:

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• Anxiety disorders (including generalized anxiety, social phobia, and panic disorder)

• Depression (including low moods and seasonal affective disorder)

• Life transitions (including academic, career, relationships, pregnancy & postpartum, and feeling "stuck")

• Self-esteem, self-worth, imposter syndrome 

• Perfectionism

• People-pleasing, boundary-setting, codependency issues

• Family conflict and relationship issues

• Coping strategies and resiliency training

• Stress management

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I have training and certification in the following areas:

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• Advanced training in trauma treatment from Bessel van der Kolk, MD, Pat Ogden, PhD, and Stephen Porges, PhD

• TEAM cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)  for anxiety training from David Burns, MD (author of Feeling Good)

• CBT training from Christine A. Padesky, PhD (author of Mind Over Mood)

• Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) certificate from the University of Toronto 

• Positive psychology training from Martin E. P. Seligman, PhD (founder of Positive Psychology)

• Acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) training from Western Hospital

• ASIST suicide intervention training from LivingWorks

• Fully trained doula through Toronto Yoga Mamas/Doula School

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I received my Registered Psychotherapist designation with the College of Registered Psychotherapists when the College was established in 2015, am a member of the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association, and engage in professional development to offer the best to my clients.