Welcome!  I’m Allison.  I am a Registered Psychotherapist practising in Muskoka, and seeing clients virtually across Ontario. 

Therapy is a uniquely personal experience, and there is no one “right” approach.  In fact, research tells us that the most important predictor of success in therapy is the relationship between counsellor and client, allowing you to feel safe, cared for and understood.  With relationship as our foundation, we will work together to choose the best intervention and the pace that feels right for you. 

Growing up, I experienced enormous anxiety and didn’t feel safe to share that feeling with the people in my life.  Truthfully, I couldn’t really make sense of that emotion, and only understood that I was often paralyzed with fear that stopped me from doing the things I wished I could do. Learning how to manage those anxious feelings was life changing for me, and I only wished I had received support with this earlier in my life. Knowing this, and wanting to help others was the inspiration that led me to the field of counselling. 

I have a Masters in Counselling Psychology, as well as training in Art Therapy.  I have more than 25 years experience helping children and youth with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, and emotion regulation working in both a school and an agency environment. I am also a PCI® Certified Parent Coach providing support, education and counselling to parents to foster connection, and improve adult mental wellness as well.  I have a passion for trauma informed care, and love working with children, youth, and their caregivers to create a sense of harmony that brings joy and connection back to families.