My passion is helping people reconnect with themselves

You might wonder: “That’s great, JoAnn — but what does that actually mean for me?”

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Survivors of narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, or childhood trauma

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It means:

• Developing deeper self‑compassion

• Understanding that you are not “crazy,” and you are not the problem

• Exploring what happened from new perspectives that help you begin to rebuild your sense of self

 

Anxiety and stress management

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It means:

• Working with anxiety to understand why it shows up, rather than trying to push it away or get stuck in it

• Learning to notice triggers and the early signs of spiraling, so you can step in sooner with helpful tools

• Accepting that thoughts won’t simply stop because we’d like them to

• Exploring the stressors and other factors that might be making anxiety worse

• Finding practical ways to handle life’s daily stresses and challenges

 

Life transitions (divorce, retirement, job change, moving)

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It means:

• Discovering how to better support yourself through change

• Looking at the thoughts and feelings that come up, and learning to navigate them toward outcomes that feel healthier and more grounded

 

Parental alienation – for targeted parents

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It means:

• Having space to process the painful emotions that come with being the targeted parent

• Exploring the impact this experience has on your sense of self and your relationships

• Working to build internal and external supports so you don’t feel alone in the struggle

• Developing a personal toolbox of coping strategies and skills to help you navigate ongoing challenges and protect your wellbeing

 

Grief, death of a loved one, or other losses

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We don’t “get over” grief — instead, we learn to live with it and make space for it.
In counselling, we can:

• Talk openly about how grief is impacting your life, and look for ways to hold it with more gentleness

• Notice patterns or old beliefs that might not help anymore.

 

For example, in my own experience with profound grief, I saw familiar patterns of avoidance, difficulty crying in front of others, and pushing feelings down. It took work — but over time, I’ve come to understand and hold my grief in healthier ways. Together, we can explore what this might look like for you.

 

Not sure if this fits what you’re looking for?

 

If you haven’t seen your situation reflected here, or you’d like more information to see if we might be a good fit to work together, please feel welcome to reach out.

I’d be glad to connect and explore how I can support you.