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Hi, I'm Sam...

I have been providing Counselling & Psychotherapy services for 7 years. I pride myself in providing clients with up-to-date research and evidence-based practices. I bring my full self into the therapeutic process with clients. I enjoy creating a strong relationship that is built on a foundation of trust, understanding, and empathy. I am committed to my clients and enjoy seeing them grow and progress throughout the therapy process. I hold space for difficult emotions and allow room to process and reflect without judgment. I am warm, genuine, and caring. I can wholeheartedly say that it is a privilege and honor to be someone’s therapist.

I look forward to begin this work with you!

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Education & Professional

Education

Degrees

Masters of Education (M. Ed.), Dual Master in Clinical Mental Health & School Counselling
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
Bachelors of Social Work with a minor in Justice
University of Alaska, Fairbanks

Academic Accolades

Dr. Wood Scholar Athlete - 2014
Women’s Volleyball Scholar Athlete - 2015-2016

Professional

Employment

Elementary School Counsellor - 2016-2018 Bonnyville, Alberta
Community Mental Health Clinic - 2018-2021 Bonnyville, Alberta
Private Practice - 2020-present Bonnyville, Alberta & Calgary, Alberta

Professional Registrations

Canadian Certified Counsellor and Psychotherapist (CCPA)
Registered Social Worker of Alberta (RSW)
Conditionally approved by the Collage of Alberta Psychologists (CAP)

Fun Facts About Me

I was not a "dog" person until two years ago when we our first dog, River. Now I love everything dogs, so much so we added another one to our family! River is an Aussiedoodle and Summit is a Sheepadoodle.

I earned an athletic scholarship to the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. I lived there for 5 years and loved it! Why Alaska? The volleyball conference we played in had teams from Washington, Oregon, Montana, & Idaho. Pre season we would go to Hawaii, Colorado & California. Going to the University of Alaska allowed me to travel, play volleyball and gain a high level of education. I was named team captain my last two years of playing. I will forever be grateful for this experience.

I was born and raised in southern Saskatchewan. Growing up on the prairies gave me an appreciation for the simple things in life. I have been living in Alberta since 2016 it is now where I call home.

I enjoy being outside in nature, hiking, cycling, going to the lake, walking the dogs, and going to the mountains!

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