Expressive Arts Therapist | Educator | Multilingual Practitioner

Available in English, French, and Italian

Come as you are — your story belongs here. I’m an Expressive Arts Therapist and longtime educator, guided by a deep reverence for creativity, connection, and the many ways we learn to carry our stories through life’s winding path. My own journey was shaped early by childhood trauma, which planted a quiet, steady calling: to sit beside others in their healing and help them remember the strength that has always lived within. For 27 years, I held space in classrooms- listening, witnessing, guiding until that inner voice led me to train in Expressive Arts Therapy at The CREATE Institute. Since then, it has been a joy-filled and humbling path, one where I get to witness pain reshaped into possibility through creativity and connection.

My approach is trauma-informed and relational, which means we move gently and collaboratively, with safety and choice at the center. Alongside expressive arts, I weave in somatic awareness and polyvagal-informed practices to support the nervous system, deepen self-compassion, and foster resilience. I speak English, French, and Italian, and we can connect in the language that feels most like home to you.

In our sessions, we might draw or move, write poetry or simply sit with sound or silence. You don’t need to be an artist only curious. This work isn’t about making something “perfect,” but about giving voice to what’s real and discovering more of who you are along the way. Sometimes, healing begins with words. Conversation can be a canvas too — a space for meaning, reflection, and transformation. However we begin, the process is always shaped by your pace, your rhythm, your truth. I bring curiosity, warmth, and playfulness to this work.

My intention is to create a space where you feel deeply seen and gently supported especially if you’re carrying the echoes of childhood trauma, navigating stress or anxiety, facing a life transition, or slowly reclaiming your sense of worth. If you’re ready to explore your own path and see where imagination might lead, let’s begin. One step at a time. No pressure. Just presence, and a lot of heart.

>“This isn’t about art or answers. It’s about finding wholeness in the act of showing up, just as you are.”

Practicing virtually across Ontario Secure, confidential sessions available via Jane Available in English, French, and Italian

✨ Contact us to book a free 30-minute consultation with me. I’m here to help — and together, we’ll find the best path forward to support you on your journey.

Contattatemi per prenotare una consulenza gratuita di 30 minuti con me. Sono qui per ascoltarvi e insieme troveremo il percorso migliore da seguire.

Contactez-moi pour réserver une consultation gratuite de 30 minutes avec moi. Je suis là pour vous accompagner.

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Session Format: Virtual therapy sessions (video or phone)

Language(s): English

Ages Served: Teens and Adults

Who I Work With

I support individuals facing a variety of challenges, such as:

• Anxiety, stress, overwhelm, or burnout

• Depression, sadness, or loss of motivation

• Chronic illness, pain, and health-related challenges

• Life transitions, immigration, or cultural displacement

• Relationship challenges, loneliness, or self-esteem concerns

My Approach to Therapy

My style is client-centered, flexible, and evidence-based. I tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals, drawing from approaches such as:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for shifting unhelpful thought patterns

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) for emotional regulation and balance

• Somatic-based strategies to reconnect mind and body and manage stress

Together, we’ll create a space where you feel heard and supported. Therapy may involve exploring patterns, developing coping strategies, or reconnecting with strengths and parts of yourself that may feel unheard. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, clear, and empowered.

A Bit About Me

Living in Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos, the United States, Canada, and Qatar has shaped who I am today. These experiences have given me a deep appreciation for diversity and for the many ways culture and environment can shape people, their values, and how they move through the world. It also sparked my love for travel, and I hope to visit many more places.

Outside of work, I prioritize spending time with my loved ones. I enjoy exploring philosophy, playing the piano, and trying to lead an active and healthy lifestyle.

Expressive Art Therapist

Hello and welcome! I am a pre-licensed therapist (under supervision) who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive space for individuals navigating life’s challenges.

I specialize in working with people healing from trauma and codependent behaviours, as well as those managing ADHD and learning new ways to care for themselves with compassion. I also have lived experience in deconstructing and healing from oppressive religious practices.

My approach is collaborative, creative and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. Together, we’ll explore the patterns keeping you stuck, and build the skills and resiliency to move towards the balance and clarity you’re seeking.

Nothing regulates my nervous system like standing with my face in the sun. I love reading, dogs, journaling and researching my family roots. In the past few years, I have been delighted to find out more about my Metis heritage and how it intersects with the parts of my family tree that are steeped in colonialism. I have been a teacher in both the elementary and secondary school systems since 2008, teaching English, Drama and Guidance Counselling.

Please reach out for a free 30 minute consultation if you think working together would benefit your healing journey!

Session Format: Virtual Therapy Sessions (video or phone)

Language(s): English

Ages Served: Teens & Adults

I grew up in a close-knit Newfoundland community where storytelling, connection, and looking out for one another were simply part of everyday life. Those early experiences continue to shape how I show up as a therapist today, grounded, relational, and deeply attentive to the stories people carry with them.

Before entering the counselling field, I spent many years working in education, supporting children, youth, families, and colleagues through periods of growth, stress, and change. That work taught me that behaviour and emotions rarely exist in isolation; they are shaped by relationships, environments, and lived experiences. It also reinforced how powerful it can be to feel truly heard and understood.

In my work with clients, I aim to create a calm, supportive, and ethically grounded space where you can slow down, reflect, and bring what feels heavy without pressure to have everything figured out.

Whether you’re experiencing immediate distress or navigating long-standing challenges, my approach is collaborative and person-centred, guided by curiosity, compassion, and respect for your pace.

I believe healing and growth happen through connection, meaning-making, and developing a deeper understanding of yourself and your patterns, while remaining mindful of how personal histories, community, and cultural context shape our experiences. I strive to honour these influences by walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and cultural awareness.

I focus on supporting individuals as they navigate stress, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and the emotional impact of school, work, or caregiving roles. Together, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you and focus on what feels most important.

I draw from evidence-informed approaches that include:

• Person-Centered Therapy, where your voice, story, and lived experience guide the work

• Relational and strengths-based approaches that focus on building safety, connection, and empowerment

• Solution-focused strategies that support practical next steps and present-day coping

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which helps you notice and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.

Outside of therapy, I value time spent outdoors, being in nature, reading a good book, and engaging in creative pursuits like sewing. These moments of grounding and creativity mirror what I encourage in therapy: finding steadiness, curiosity, and care in everyday life.

If you’re looking for a therapist who offers a steady presence, values relationship and reflection, and understands the importance of community and story, I would be honoured to work alongside you.

Contact me to book a free 30-minute consultation. This is a chance for us to connect, talk about what you’re looking for, and see how I might support you.

Session Format: Virtual (video or phone)

Language(s): English, Mandarin

Ages Served: Teenager and Adults (16+)

Who I Work With

I support adults navigating challenges such as:

• Family conflict and intergenerational stress

• Workplace stress, burnout, or organizational change

• Grief and loss, including caregiving-related grief

• Relationship tension, emotional invalidation, and boundary challenges

• Low self-worth, withdrawal, or difficulty expressing needs

My Approach to Therapy

I provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and validated. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and culturally sensitive. Depending on your needs, I may draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, including:

• Psychodynamic Therapy – exploring unconscious patterns and family dynamics that shape current experiences

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – building practical strategies to manage stress, low mood, and negative thought cycles

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – deepening awareness of emotional patterns and fostering healthier relational bonds

• Existential Therapy – exploring meaning, identity, and personal values in times of change or uncertainty

Together, we may focus on:

• Reducing stress from family and work dynamics

• Exploring grief, caregiving stress, and unresolved family patterns

• Strengthening resilience, emotional regulation, and self-worth

• Developing healthier coping strategies beyond suppression or withdrawal

• Building boundaries and practicing clearer expression of needs

A Bit About Me

As an immigrant who has lived in both collectivist and individualist cultures, I bring a deep appreciation for the ways identity, family, and culture shape our lives. These experiences allow me to approach therapy with openness, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse values and stories.

Welcome, I’m glad you’re here

I’m a Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) and MA in Counselling Psychology student under clinical supervision, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your emotions, thoughts, and life experiences. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, low self-worth, or feeling stuck in old patterns, I’m here to support you at your own pace.

Therapy, to me, is a collaborative journey. I won’t tell you what to do or who to be instead, we’ll work together to make sense of your inner world and build tools for healing, connection, and clarity.

My Approach

I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches depending on what best fits your needs, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Supportive Talk Therapy
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Solution Focused Based Therapy (SFBT)

While I incorporate theory and structure, my sessions are grounded in empathy, presence, and curiosity. I pay close attention to the meanings you’ve made of your experiences and the stories you carry, especially those shaped by culture, relationships, and identity. Together, we can gently challenge what no longer serves you and nurture more helpful ways of relating to yourself and others.

Who I Work With

I work with adults and youth (16+) of diverse backgrounds and identities, including those navigating:

• Anxiety and emotional overwhelm

• Relationship difficulties and communication issues

• Cultural identity and adjustment

• Life transitions

• Self-esteem and perfectionism

• Betrayal trauma and interpersonal wounds

As a Palestinian-Canadian therapist who has lived in multiple countries, I bring an appreciation for complexity, displacement, and the silent griefs that can come with change, family, and belonging. My practice is inclusive, anti-oppressive, and culturally attuned.

Additional Info

Languages: English & Arabic

Populations: Adults and teens (16+), individuals

Sessions format: Online

Practice areas: Anxiety, depression, relational distress, trauma, cultural identity, and emotional regulation

I genuinely care about the people I work with and feel honoured to be invited into their stories. You don’t have to show up a certain way to be “ready” for therapy come as you are. If this resonates with you, I would be honoured to connect.