I have always loved people. When it came to the type of job that I wanted to have, I knew that it would have to be people-centred. Over 15 years ago, I had a life-changing summer job. I worked in a camp for children with special needs, from there, my whole trajectory changed. I like to say that a part of heart opened up and I discovered an area of interest I never knew existed and I found a passion and a purpose. I started working as a support worker with individuals with special needs, then as an educational assistant. Later, I helped lead summer camps for teens with Autism.  Over the course of my life, I have continued to provide respite care for many families and feel honoured to have shared a part of their lives.

A number of years ago, I was challenged with the question of if I could do anything in the world what would I want to do? Without hesitation, I replied, I would get my certification, become a counsellor and help individuals with ASD and their families. My friend then replied, “What is stopping you? I retorted back “People do not actually live out their dreams, do they?” I am delighted to say, that I went after my dream, I went back to school and became a counsellor and now have the absolute honour of working with a variety of people with a diverse set of abilities. While I work with many individuals on the autism spectrum, I enjoy working with anyone from any background as well as individuals, couples, and families.

I count it an extreme privilege to have people share their lives and thoughts with me. This is something that I never want to take for granted. I truly believe that each person that I get to work with teaches me something new and I am better for knowing them. Each of my clients demonstrates bravery as they recognize the need to make some changes and trust me to help them in their journey. I so look forward to meeting my new clients and learning and growing together.