Meet Allison

You don’t have to carry it all alone. I’m a psychotherapist who believes healing starts with one conversation — the kind where you feel seen, supported, and never judged. My practice blends evidence-based therapy with down-to-earth care so you can build confidence, calm your nervous system, and create relationships that feel safe and genuine.

How therapy with me feels

Collaborative: we set goals together and check in often.
Practical: you’ll leave with coping tools you can use between sessions.
Compassionate: I hold a non-judgmental, trauma-informed space at your pace.
Creative: worksheets or coping skill example sheets, grounding kits, and reflective prompts when helpful.

My approach

I integrate CBT and ACT (to help shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors), DBT (for building emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness skills), nervous-system regulation techniques (like grounding, breath-work, bilateral tapping, and pacing), attachment-based therapy (to explore patterns in relationships), and strengths-focused work (to amplify what’s already working in your life).

I also approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens, which means prioritizing safety, choice, and empowerment at every step. Your story, pace, and boundaries are respected — always.

Every session is tailored to your unique needs and goals. Some sessions may focus on practical coping tools, others may slow down to process emotions, or explore deeper patterns beneath the surface. Together, we’ll find what works best for you in each moment.

Translation: We’ll calm the body, clarify the story, and build small, meaningful steps toward lasting change.

Who i work with

Teens and adolescents navigating self-esteem, anxiety, grief, identity, or friendship challenges.
Adults working on self-love, anxiety, boundaries, people-pleasing, grief, relationship patterns or life transitions.
Couples looking to navigate strengthening their relationship or working through stuck patterns.
First responders & their families coping with operational stress and its ripple effects.
Anyone ready to shift old patterns and build a steadier, more grounded sense of self.

Credentials & Training

Registered Psychotherapist for 8 years - licensed under CRPO (College of Registered Psychotherapists Ontario).
Ongoing supervision, training and professional development in anxiety, trauma, and adolescent and adult mental health.
I hold specialized certifications as a Certified First Responder Treatment Provider (CFRTP) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) through International Trauma Training Institute and Evergreen Certifications. These credentials reflect my commitment to evidence-based, trauma-informed care — particularly for individuals and families navigating high-stress and complex life experiences.
I hold an Honours Bachelor of Science from University of Toronto and a Graduate Level Diploma in Art Therapy from the Toronto Art Therapy Institute.

Getting started

You don’t have to have it all figured out. A free 15-minute consultation is a gentle first step — we’ll chat, explore your goals, and create a plan that fits you.

Simply fill out the contact form below or send an email to book your free 15-minute consultation call and explore if we’re the right fit — or schedule your first intake session if you’re ready to begin your therapy journey right away.

One gentle step is all it takes to start.