My approach is based on the understanding of the physiological, emotional, spiritual, mental, and relational impacts of loss/ trauma on the individual, family, and through the generations. I focus initially on helping clients connect to their own inner strengths, and creating sufficient safety intrinsic to the client and enough external resources before engaging in a deeper exploration of the issues that bring them to therapy. Therapeutic methods are selected by clients' needs, natural interests, and current life circumstances

My greatest teachers have been my elders and ancestors. This cultural and spiritual way of life forms the basis of who I am and how I walk through and understand our world and influences how I work with clients. A fundamental part of this way of life is respecting who you are and not imposing myself or my ways on others.  All cultures are welcome. All of who you are is welcome.  Learning from the wisdom of Marie Jose Dhaese I have sought to create a nurturing office and playroom environment that provides sensory qualities of that supports healing and growth. Each session is tailored to the individual's or family's needs and incorporates a variety of therapies, which can include:

• Verbal counselling

• Culturally -based interventions and activities

• Indigenous Focusing Oriented Therapy (IFOT/AFOT)

• Indigenous spirituality support

• Imagery and visualization

• Land-based or land assisted therapy 

• Expressive Play therapy

• Sand play therapy

• Clay work

• Painting and Mixed material Creative Expression

• Writing

• Music

• Craft 

• Ancient and Traditional Skills ( Cedar, Fish Tanning, Hide Work)

• Sewing