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At times, life can be painful, difficult, and even overwhelming. Sometimes, we just need space with a non-judgmental and caring listener to reflect. In essence, therapy is the partnership between counsellor and client in the spirit of exploration, discovery, and healing, coming together to co-create ideas that will cultivate therapeutic change and goals. As your therapist, I sincerely believe you will endure and thrive if you take the time to nurture your needs and restore your confidence. I will value your input and self-determination, acting more as a guide and collaborator throughout your therapy by helping you to identify your strengths and the resources needed to manage whatever personal challenges you bravely decided to address. As a therapist, my overarching goal is to help you grow as a person, provide you unconditional support, and remind you to exercise self-compassion – you’re only human.
You can book a session with me through my The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre booking link below! Sessions will take place at Insight Psychological and The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre’s joint Royal Oak Calgary location.
*NOTE: Not all insurance plans provide coverage for Certified Canadian Counsellors (CCC). Please check your insurance plan prior to booking.
I am a registered social worker, Canadian Certified Counsellor, and have three degrees: one in Political Science, another in Social Work, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I have had several employment experiences that have led to working with assorted populations within unique settings, like over a decade of experience working with children, youth, and families in various settings and in the field of corrections.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I will adapt to the client’s needs and preferences. Common therapies I use in my practice are Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Most importantly, I work from a collaborative and strengths-based approach with individuals, employing their distinctive strengths, respecting context and circumstances, working within their frame-of-reference. Everyone has a life story with unique experiences that informs our respective worldview and how we understand ourselves; therefore, coping, growth, and healing is a unique endeavour. With intentionality, the hardships we encounter within our stories is a chance to be more resilient and grateful.
I honour anyone who has the courage for introspection, build self-awareness, and pursue positive change. I trust you will find my approach to be relaxed, non-judgmental, sincere, curious, understanding, and empathetic. Welcome!
Clayton, what is your favourite quote?
“Life is a long lesson in humility.” – James M. Barrie
Core Skills for Effective Therapy – Team-CBT
Delegated Worker, Child and Family Services, Government of Alberta
Compassionate Inquiry In Action Training
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Training, Level 1 (In Progress)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (In Progress)
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Bachelor of Social Work, University of Regina
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, York University
Diploma, Community Worker, George Brown College
Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association
The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (Qualifying)
Alberta College of Social Workers (member)
Anxiety, Child & Youth Anxiety, Child & Youth Self Esteem Issues, Difficult People, Divorce or Separation, Family Caregiver Stress, Family Therapy, Family Violence, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions and Adjustment Issues, Parenting Issues & Support, Relationship Dependence, Self-Esteem Issues, Stress Management, Workplace Stress, Youth 16 to 17 Years, Youth 13 to 15 Years, Parents & Caregivers
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Grief Work, Person Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Anxiety, Child & Youth Anxiety, Child & Youth Self Esteem Issues, Compassion Fatigue, Difficult People, Divorce or Separation, Family Therapy, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions and Adjustment Issues, Parenting Issues & Support, Self-Esteem Issues, Stress Management, Workplace Stress, Youth 13 to 15 Years, Youth 16 to 17 Years, Front-Line Workers, Parents & Caregivers, Free 15 Minute Phone Consultations
