About Me

Formal Education & Training / Professional Development

·         Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University 

·         Trauma Informed Care Certificate, Calgary Counselling Centre

·         Clinical Practice Seminars, Calgary Counselling Centre

·         Facilitating mandated programs for individuals and groups

I am passionate about helping individuals overcome pain, isolation, and challenges, fostering well-being in individuals, couples, families, and communities. I am originally from Japan, came to Canada in 2000 as a student. After personal loss, I pursued my calling as a counsellor. I completed my Master in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I am a Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. I have extensive experience supporting diverse populations across cultures and life stages, particularly helping children, adolescents, and their families.

I am also an advocate for marginalized populations of all kinds being especially attuned to neurodivergent, immigrants, people of colour, intercultural couples, and the  LGBTQ+ community. 

 I believe in a collaborative, authentic therapeutic process. Using a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed lens, I tailor modalities to meet clients where they are and help them reach their goals. I appreciate the opportunity to support anxiety, developmental trauma, neurodivergent, PTSD, and self-esteem. My experiences at the Calgary Counselling Centre, Distress Centre, and the Centre for Newcomers have shaped my inclusive and collaborative approach to therapy, fostering a commitment to lifelong learning myself.

I offer daytime, evening, and weekend appointments.