I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and in British Columbia. I have experience working in the human services field for the past 12 years in various capacities, which has helped prepare me to work with a diverse population.
I have worked with women, children, adolescents and families with varying mental health diagnoses, including autism, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and trauma.
I offer sessions in-person, over the phone, or through video. I am fluent in English and Tagalog (Filipino).
I gain perspective and insight into clients' lived experiences by hearing their stories and recognizing their capacity to be the expert in their own lives.
As an immigrant from the Philippines, I recognize the unique challenges that minorities face. I pride myself as being an inclusive therapist and I am cognizant of the needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
I am a graduate of the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and currently practice as a Mental Health Therapist. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Saint Louis University, Philippines, and I successfully passed the Psychometrician Licensure Examination, becoming a Registered Psychometrician in the Philippines in 2018. I remain an active member of the Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP). In my role as a Registered Psychometrician, I gained experience administering, scoring, and interpreting psychological assessments, including aptitude tests, personality inventories, and career assessments, in accordance with ethical and professional standards.
My clinical experience includes providing individual and family counselling to children, adolescents, and adults presenting with concerns such as anxiety, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. I have also worked with grade school and high school students, supporting their academic, emotional, and social well-being through developmentally appropriate and strengths-based interventions.
Additionally, I have experience as a Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) Support Staff, where I provided individualized, family-centred support to children with developmental disabilities and diverse needs. This role involved supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, social skills development, and daily living activities, as well as collaborating closely with caregivers to implement strategies aligned with family goals.
I approach my work with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a strengths-based perspective. I am fluent in English and Tagalog, allowing me to provide culturally responsive care to individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered in their healing journey.
I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and resilience. My therapeutic approach is client-centred, culturally responsive, and grounded in empathy, collaboration, and respect. I view the counselling relationship as a meaningful and supportive space for change, where clients are encouraged to explore their experiences, strengthen self-awareness, and develop practical coping strategies.
I am passionate about mental health advocacy and early intervention, particularly with children and youth, while also supporting adults as they navigate life transitions, stress, and emotional challenges. I am committed to ethical practice, reflective self-awareness, and ongoing professional development, recognizing that healing is not linear and that each individual’s journey deserves to be met with compassion, dignity, and respect.
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