BrightCloud Counseling

Hi, I am an experienced trauma-informed nurse and psychotherapist with 10 years of therapy training in several modalities and 25 years nursing expertise. I offer tailored, evidence-based care to clients based on their goals and needs. I have skills in current strategies for mental illness symptoms and life challenges. I am a member of the Registered Nurses Assn of Ontario, The Canadian Nursing Assn and the College of Nurses of Ontario. I am a published health writer, editor for an international nursing journal and recipient of a provincial award. My biggest accomplishment however is building trust with my clients.

I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Depression and Anxiety, DBT-Informed Care for managing big emotions, risky behaviours, loss of identity, fear of abandonment, chronic suicidal feelings and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for experiential avoidance (avoiding emotions, feelings, thoughts & physical sensations that are uncomfortable).

I run Acceptance and Commitment Therapy groups for those with difficult emotions & thoughts, depression, anxiety, stress & PTSD. I teach clients to cultivate willingness & curiosity in connecting with frightening & painful symptoms. ACT is for people with: disappointment and regret, daily struggle, a dream or vision for life but falling short, disconnection from the world, a need to have a sense of control, desire to get ahead but unsure how, lack of purpose, and distorted thoughts such as "I am weak or unlovable". If this sounds like you, this group is for you.