KATHRYN'S COMMITMENT TO YOU

      Kathryn is dedicated to developing a real connection with each and every client.   Kathryn's life experiences combined with her education and countless hours supporting clients has afforded her an understanding and insight that lends well to her providing EFFECTIVE, PRACTICAL and EFFICIENT therapy. Her sensitive and compassionate nature is balanced well with recognizing how healthy boundaries; self discipline, accountability, and motivation is critical in rising above the turmoil and overcoming adversity.

 Kathryn is fully present and engaged to support client's in their diligent efforts to find hope and lasting solutions.  Regardless of what presenting problems or difficult emotions arise in the sessions clients can rest assured that Kathryn is professionally equipped and absolutely supportive to work together to find resolve.

      Clients consistently credit Kathryn's remarkable insight, genuine empathy and validating nature for EXPEDITING their process of identifying problems and ultimately finding lasting solutions.

      WHAT CAN CLIENTS EXPECT?

• To be encouraged to exercise their autonomy (right to choose) and discuss the events that they feel comfortable talking about
• To be respected, heard and valued.
• To feel safe and their privacy protected.  Kathryn has a natural gift to put the client at ease
• Kathryn to maintain impeccable ethical standards, confidentiality, professionalism and competency
• A practical, down-to-earth counselling approach which is DIGNIFYING for the client.  Kathryn recognizes the stigma of "counselling" and how that can often perpetuate feelings of shame and/or defeat for the client
• "Custom fit" counselling/support which validates the individuality of the client
• To increase clarity and understanding by assessing unmet needs; identifying natural strengths/abilities and developing new skills that increase confidence and independence to produce lifelong results
• To leave feeling REFRESHED and INSPIRED

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

As a registered professional counsellor in psychotherapy Kathryn has acquired over 2500 hours of counselling, coaching and consulting, and has been privileged to continually witness MANY remarkable and empowering changes for her clients.  Her genuine desire to see people be the best they can be not only facilitates positive choices for lasting changes in their lives but also expedites the process which BENEFITS the client tremendously.

      She has worked with clients to overcome and manage various presenting problems such as:  personal development; communication skills; self actualization and empowerment; stress management, anger management; goal setting; problem solving; anxiety, bipolar/depression, mood disorders, addiction recovery; crisis intervention, chronic pain support, divorce restoration and developmental disabilities.

            Kathryn holds a Diploma in Applied Psychology and Counselling.  She received a 4.0 GPA, and an honorary achievement of a perfect score (100%) in her final practicum.  Kathryn's remarkable insight into client's thoughts and emotions was developed through her own life experiences and endeavors to overcome adversity and experience peace of mind.  Kathryn continues to remain dedicated to her own personal development and strives to be real and authentic to increase self awareness and growth. She continues to seek further education and training to stay current and maintain professional standards.

      PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY AND ASSOCIATIONS

      Kathryn carries professional liability insurance and is registered member of the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA) and the Canadian College of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCPCP)