Woman sitting in a brown chair holding a mug, smiling, in a room with houseplants on the window sill, books on a wooden shelf, and a patterned rug on the floor.

Hi, I’m Zoe!

I work with people striving for freer self-expression, stronger presence, deeper authenticity, and calmer responses in life. The people I work with are often struggling with anxiety, loneliness, grief, rels, or life transitions. As an integrative therapist, we will work together to discover which therapeutic modalities work best for you — you are awesomely unique, so your therapy should be the same!

The inspiration to become a Registered Clinical Counsellor arose from my own transformative experience in the client’s chair. Prior to starting my Masters degree, I worked in the mental health and wellness field for 10 years in a variety of capacities through work and volunteer positions. I know how hard it can be to show up to the first, second, or even tenth session, and I promise to listen, get curious, and encourage you toward your healing.

As a queer cis-woman, I have the lived experience of navigating these identities, and the burdens that can accompany them. I am here to support your journey to reconnecting to your most authentic expression of self, whether that means coming out, navigating gender imbalances, or learning to fully love who you are!

I am looking forward to connecting with you to discuss how I can support you on your therapeutic journey!

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My Approach

In individual counselling we will work one-on-one in developing a therapeutic modality that is suited to you and your needs! The modalities that I frequently use are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and a sprinkling of Somatic Therapy. Through these therapeutic approaches, we will work toward getting you back in alignment with who you know yourself to be. I encourage regular check-ins on progress to be sure our time together is being well used.

Within my work in relationship counselling, I welcome those in relationships of all formations. Whether you and your loved one(s) are looking to process infidelity, introduce kink, transition to a new relationship structure, or to adopt healthier communication – I can help! I primarily use the Developmental Model as my approach to relationship counselling, along with Solution Focused Therapy to introduce effective and doable change into your relationship after every session.

Credentials

Master of Counselling
City University

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology
UBC

Diploma in Dance
VCC

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Yyoga

Trainings

ADHD and Substance Use
CADDRA

Foundations of Internal Family Systems
Hiiro Demichaels

Working with Infidelity
Relational Life Therapy

Indigenous Cultural Safety Training Certificate: San'Yas

The Developmental Model of Couples Counselling: Level 1
Queer Relationship Institute

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Level 1
Psychwire

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Perfectionism and People-Pleasing
Psychwire

Consensual Non-Monogamy Level 1: Clinical Skills and Interventions
Institute for Relational Intimacy

Emotion Focused Therapy: Attachment Science in Practice
Psychwire

Integrated Somatic Parts Work Levels 1, 2, 3
The Embody Lab

These are my pets, and some of the lessons I have learned from them:

Black and white cat with green eyes sitting amidst tall green grass and plants, wearing a pink collar with a pink tag and a harness.

Darla

Darla is a boundary setting queen. She lets you know exactly what ways she likes to be interacted with, and when she is done and needing to retreat and recharge. I always know where I stand with her. And despite the many boundaries, she is still so deeply loved.

A beagle dog sitting on a concrete surface near a wooden pier with a body of water and green forested hills in the background.

Argyle

Argyle is an old (14 years old!) man that is just happy to be here. He is incredibly low key and doesn’t get fussed with whatever life throws at him. He takes everything in stride and with a smile on his face.

A black and white cat sitting on a gray ottoman underneath a brown chair, with a ginger and white dog sitting on the arm of a vintage brown velvet sofa, and a gray and white cat partially visible underneath the sofa. In the background, there is a window, a cat tree, and framed pictures on the wall.

Coexisting in peace

Despite both of these animals sharing space in a typical Vancouver apartment (read: small) they find ways of being at peace. They give one another space, have the occasional check-in, and treat each other in kind, clear, and respectful ways - even when they are at odds for balcony time!