I am a practicing psychologist and a firm believer in humanity. I believe that it is through our humanity, humour, and compassion to self and others we heal and grow.
My practice encompasses a wide range of psychological issues, including but not limited to addiction, anxiety, stress management, familial conflicts, consequences of abuse, relationship challenges, and personal growth. I have successfully supported individuals from diverse backgrounds, tailoring our work to meet their unique needs. I have worked extensively in inpatient and outpatient settings with people struggling with substance abuse. Additionally, I have experience in supervising, training, and supporting other psychologists and psychotherapists within a framework of international organisations and projects. I work in an integrative and existential approaches, carefully selecting what works and aligns with individual client needs. In my work, I am aware and can work in parallel with various 12 step self-help programs such as AA, NA, ACA, and others.
I earned a First-Class Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Dalhousie in Halifax, Canada, followed by a Master's degree in Psychology from Ludwig Maximilian's University in Munich, Germany. I also hold certificates in existential, trauma-oriented, and mindfulness-focused approaches. Moreover, I have completed trainings in working with addiction, codependence, and the consequences of abuse. I actively participate in ongoing training and professional development. To date, I have authored and supported multiple scientific publications and investigations in the areas of addiction, development, and crisis counselling.
I regularly engage in professional supervision so I can stay well and work well. My professional experiences are also complemented by over 13 years of personal therapy. Lastly, I have completed over 200 hours of training in creative modalities of dance-movement practice, meditation, theatre-based interventions and art-focused methods of healing. Also, I am a member of Stress, Trauma, Anxiety, and Resilience professional Society and a documentary author. I have changed countries and continents, therefore I can also draw from my experience of immigration, adaptation, and adjustment.
Senior Psychologist at an NGO in Berlin
Germany
Master's Degree in Psychology from Ludwig Maximilian's University in Munich
Germany
Creative Therapy Documentary Film Author
Private psychological counselling practice
Psychological practice in in-patient clinics, detox, rehabilitation centres
Family Coordinator, RMHC, Halifax, Canada Multiple research positions throughout the years
Canada and Germany
Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honors in Psychology - Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada — BA (completed)
Canada
Full-time Psychology student in the Bachelor of Arts Program - Mount Allison University, Sackville, NB, Canada— BA (commenced)
Canada