I have been registered with the B.C. College of Psychologists as a Registered Psychologist since 1994.

Educational Background:

  • Ed.D. (Doctorate in Counselling Psychology)
    University of Toronto (1992)
  • Masters in Counselling Psychology
    University of Victoria, British Columbia (1986)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours program), Major in Psychology
    University of Winnipeg (1982)

Clinical Internships:
  • The Hincks Delcrest Treatment Centre
    Toronto, Ontario
  • Toronto East General Hospital (Day Treatment Centre)
    Toronto, Ontario
  • The Psycho-Educational (Counselling) Clinic
    The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto.

Apart from my private practice, other psychology-related work experience has included working at a nation-wide Employee and Family Assistance Provider in Vancouver (part-time 1993 – 2004) and at the Addiction Research Foundation in Toronto (1992). I also acted as the Program Manager for Autistic Children at Kirkfield Park School in Winnipeg (1982-1984).

I regularly participate in ongoing professional development training within the various areas of my practice.


Presentations:

November 2013 Mindful Photography and Psychotherapy: Creative Portal Between Worlds
(Conference) Expressive Therapies Summit 2013 (New York, NY)

April 2013 The Use of Transitional Space in the Making of an Image
Photo/Philosophy: Inspiring Talks on the Photographic Process Truth and Beauty Gallery (Vancouver, BC)

May 2010 The Mindful Eye: The Practice of Mindfulness Through the Art of Photography
(Conference) Mindfulness and Psychotherapy: Deepening our Theory and Practice
University of Toronto, The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (Toronto, Ontario)