Works with
Children 7+, teens, parents and families
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Often Supports
Behaviour changes · Big emotions · Anxiety · Depression · Relationships · Family stress · Difficult life circumstances
Approach
Client-centred · Solution-focused · Strengths-based · Practical
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When a child or teen is struggling, parents are often left trying to figure out what’s underneath the behaviour — and what might actually help.
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I’ve spent my career working with children, youth and families, and I especially enjoy working with teens. Rather than focusing only on what a child is doing, we look at what may be contributing to the difficulty, what’s already working, and what could make daily life more manageable at home. I also support parents who are trying to better understand and respond to challenging behaviour.
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My style is caring, honest and practical. Because I work in a client-centred and solution-focused way, your strengths, priorities and goals guide the work. With young people, trust comes first. I want kids and teens to have room to be themselves, take part in ways that suit them, and feel that their voice genuinely matters in therapy.
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My background also includes work with addiction, relationships, behavioural concerns, mental health, and children and youth in care. Those experiences continue to shape the perspective I bring to every child, teen and family I work with.
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Group Programming
Alongside individual counselling, I also develop and deliver practical programming in Valley Art Therapy's partnership with community organizations and agencies.
Topics have included life skills, anger management, healthy relationships, and parenting support, with programming adapted to the needs of the group or community.
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Interested in bringing a program to your community? Contact care@valleyarttherapy.com
Training & Background
Bachelor of Human Justice (BHJ) · Solution Focused Level 2 Certificate · Extensive professional experience working with children, youth and families
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Outside the Therapy Room
Country life is a big part of who I am. When I’m not working, you’ll find me spending time with my family, working with our cattle, being around large animals, listening to music and being creative.
