About This Provider

Amanda is a practicum counsellor completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She holds a Bachelor of Education with a minor in Special Education. She taught grades 1 through 9, primarily in specialized behavioral settings. Amanda brings a strong foundation in supporting youth and families, alongside volunteer experience with crisis and mental health services. She integrates Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Rogerian and Humanistic approaches. Her practice is grounded in trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and person-centered care. Amanda offers a warm, collaborative space where clients can explore experiences and move toward meaningful change. Her style blends empathy with curiosity, using thoughtful, reflective questions to help clients clarify values, uncover new perspectives, and take purposeful action.

Areas of interest include:

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma

Grief & Loss

Life Transition

Self-Esteem

Marriage/Relationships

Family Conflict

Stress Management

Parenting

Interpersonal Communication

Emotional Regulation

Boundary Setting & Communication

Neurodiversity (ADHD & ASD

School Challenges