Hello!

I’m Heidi. I’m glad you’re here.

I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with 28 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, and major life changes. My approach is relational and compassionate, guided by the belief that healing happens in connection. When you feel safe enough to share your story and supported enough to explore new possibilities, meaningful change becomes possible.

To support the work I do today, I draw on nearly 30 years of experience helping people through difficult times. Since completing my Master’s in Clinical Social Work at the University of Toronto in 1997, I’ve worked in hospitals, addictions and mental health services, child welfare, and education. I’ve also held leadership roles that gave me a broader perspective on how systems affect care. These experiences continue to guide my practice and strengthen my commitment to reducing stigma, improving access to support, and supporting you in finding confidence and hope again.

In 2016, I founded this online group therapy practice to make counselling accessible, private, and secure across Atlantic Canada. Today, I provide virtual therapy in Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, and Ontario. Services are also available in New Brunswick with several other therapists in my practice.

I primarily work with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or stuck, and who want to develop strategies to feel calmer, more connected, present, and empowered. I also support people navigating major life changes such as separation, empty nesting, and the shifts that come with midlife, including perimenopause and menopause.

Grief work is a central focus of my practice. I am a Certified Motherloss Provider, have completed comprehensive grief and loss training, and specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Grief and Loss. I am especially passionate about supporting motherless daughters, as well as those grieving the loss of a parent or the often-overlooked grief of friendship loss. These experiences can touch every part of life, and I offer a space where you can process, heal, and begin to reconnect with yourself.

In addition to these areas, I have also completed specialized trainings in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT). These additional trainings allow me to tailor our work to what feels most helpful for you.

At the heart of my work is a simple belief: healing happens in connection. Each session is guided by compassion, curiosity, and respect for your unique experiences. Together, we work toward helping you develop the skills and confidence to navigate life’s challenges, embrace change, and create space for hope and healing.

If you are curious about how therapy might support you, I’d love to connect and explore the possibilities together.