Counselling Credentials
Canadian Certified Counselor
Registered Counselling Therapist – Candidate
Formal Education
M. Ed. Counselling: Acadia University, Wolfville, NS
M.A. In Theology and Religious Studies, summa cum laude
Saint Mary’s University/Atlantic School of Theology, Halifax, NS
Research: Mindfulness and community models for spiritual diversity
CPE 1 Spiritual Care Intern at Capital District Health Authority, Halifax, NS
Bachelor of Arts In Art Education: Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University,
Certificate In Social Services, Ryerson University, Toronto
Relevant Additional Training
2015 Working with addicted survivors of trauma: substance abuse, eating disorders, sexual addiction, and compulsive self-harm – Janina Fisher PhD
2015 Mental Health First Aid – Mental Health Commission Canada
2015 Conscious Nonviolent Communication – Gene Cenciose
2015 What Would a Restorative Legal System Look Like (for Women)?
2015 Into the Heart of Gender – Second Story Women’s Centre
2015 Violence, Victimization and Trauma – Dr. Lori Haskell
2014 Mindfulness in Education, South Shore Regional School Board
2014 Standard First Aid and CPR Level A
2013 Trauma Informed Response: NS Community Services – Dr. Lori Haskell
2013 Mindfulness Based Art Therapy, Kutenal Art Therapy Institute
2012 Human Rights Training: ‘Creating Cultural and Organizational Change’
1995 – 2010 Additional courses with a variety of International teachers exploring contemplative practices through a holistic model for health and well-being.
