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About Amanda

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Welcome! My name is Amanda, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology & Neuroscience, graduate-level certification in Clinical Addictions Studies, and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. I help individuals, couples, and families move through the tough stuff—grief and loss, trauma, relationship strain, anxiety, ADHD, eating-related concerns, and major life transitions—with steadiness, clarity, and practical tools.

In session together, you can expect a warm, down-to-earth space where we move at your pace, make sense of what’s underneath, and build skills that actually fit your life. My work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens in spaces where people feel safe enough to be fully human. I value honesty, curiosity, and the kind of conversations that make room for both vulnerability and strength. I strive to create a therapy space that is inclusive, culturally informed, and welcoming to all.

I work with a range of therapeutic modalities in my approach: Emotion-Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, DBT, and Existential Therapy. My approach is thoughtful, evidence-informed, and grounded in both clinical training and lived understanding. You don’t have to have it all figured out before you walk through the door — we’ll work through it together.

    • First Responder Health: Understanding Firefighter Culture | 2025

    • First Responder Health: Understanding Emergency Worker Trauma | 2025

    • EFT: Attachment Based Interventions for Couples in Crisis | 2024

    • Gottman Method: Level 1 | 2024

    • ACT for Trauma, Depression, and Anxiety | 2023

    • DBT for Balancing Acceptance and Change, and Distress Tolerance | 2024

    • Clinical Applications of Internal Family Systems | 2024

    • Communicating in Conflict: Strategies & Skills | Justice Institute of BC | 2023

    • Conflict Resolution/Navigating Challenging Conversations | Justice Institute of BC | 2023

    • De-Escalating Hostility | Justice Institute of BC | 2023

    • Workplace Psychological Health & Safety | Canadian Mental Health Association | 2022

    • Crisis Intervention Skills Certificate | Canadian Suicide Prevention Services | 2020

    • Mental Health First Aid | Canadian Mental Health Association | 2020

    • safeTALK (Suicide Alertness for Everyone) | Canadian Mental Health Association | 2017

    • ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) | Canadian Mental Health Association | 2017

My clients often value personal growth and meaningful connection. They are thoughtful, high-achieving individuals who may feel tired from carrying too much for too long, navigating complex relationships, or struggling with a harsh inner critic.

In our work, we redefine what “doing” means in therapy: slowing down to better understand patterns, while integrating clear education and practical tools to support meaningful change.

Who I Work With

Who I Am Outside of the Therapy Room

From the Northwest Territories to Alberta and Ontario, my journey eventually brought me to British Columbia, which I have called home since 2017. Alongside my clinical training, my lived experiences have shaped how I understand resilience, relationships, and the complexity of being human.

Inclusivity, cultural humility, and thoughtful self-reflection guide how I move through the world, not only at work but in my everyday life. I am committed to ongoing learning about my social positions, the impacts of colonial histories, and systemic inequities. I aim to create spaces where everyone feels seen, respected, and safe to show up as they are.

When I’m not in the therapy room, you’ll likely find me finishing a whodunnit novel in an afternoon, dialing-in the perfect espresso shot (or my golf swing), extending my Duolingo streak, exploring the outdoors, or cheering on my favourite sports teams with family & friends.

Honeymoon at a F1 race in Monza

My cat, Fitzgerald

Ski day at a local mountain

Biking the Seawall

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”

-Dr. Carl Rogers, Humanistic Psychologist