I'm a Child and Youth Counsellor (CYC) with a genuine passion for promoting wellness and independence amongst vulnerable youth populations. I believe in creating and maintaining healing and learning environments in order to offer individualized experiences in treating trauma, building resiliency, and addressing emotional, social, and mental health challenges.With a background in Psychology, and Addictions & Mental Health, I have knowledge of evidence-based practices for children and adolescents with mental health issues including behavioural modification strategies, learning theories, counselling skills, and crisis prevention & management techniques. I strive to utilize my knowledge in Mental Health Counselling through approaching my work from a developmental and trauma-informed lens, while utilizing various therapeutic components of DBT, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, and mindfulness practices. Ultimately, I strive to inform my practice with a space of empathy, compassion, open-mindedness, and non-judgement, in order to promote inclusive and nurturing environments that increase the quality of life for children/youth struggling with various mental health issues.