Valerie's Story

REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST

I grew up in a rigid and demanding family. Driven by a constant need for approval, the pressure of needing to be perfect impacted my self-esteem and mental health. As a teen, I struggled with an eating disorders which soon became an unhealthy preoccupation in my life. Walking through my mental health journey, it allowed me to learn how to be vulnerable, finding courage and strength in my story.

I have a special interest in helping individuals with personality disorders. I understand the thoughts, feelings and behaviours associated with a need to be perfect, wanting to be loved and valued by family and friends.

I strive to help individuals to fulfill their potential and maximize their well-being by drawing upon different approaches such as Strength-Based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I believe that mental health is a process that can be improved by healing our inner selves with the right support.

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Professional Background

Therapeutic Philosophy

As a Certified EMDR therapist with extensive knowledge and training in trauma-focused modalities, I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome the impact of traumatic experiences and dissociation. I mostly use Structural Dissociation Therapy, which focuses on integrating conflicting aspects of the self.

Degrees

Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology, Walden University

Professional Membership

-Member in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists since 2019

Trainings

-Certified in EMDR – EMDRIA, 2019

-Advanced Certificate Bundle in Trauma and Dissociation

*The complexities of Complex Trauma

*From Complex Trauma to Dissociative Disorders

*Advanced Topics in Complex Trauma and Dissociation

DBT Intensive