Beyond High Grades: Understanding Giftedness from a Counsellor (and Parent) Who Gets It
Explore what giftedness actually means beyond academic achievement. Learn about asynchronous development, sensory intensities, twice-exceptionality (2e), and practical school advocacy strategies from a Clinical Counsellor and parent who has navigated the system firsthand.
The Hidden Picture: Understanding ADHD in Girls and Supporting Their Unique Journey
ADHD in girls often looks completely different than expected—frequently masked by perfectionism, quiet daydreaming, or chronic anxiety. Learn how to recognize the subtle signs of ADHD in girls across all ages, and discover how neuro-affirming support in Port Coquitlam can help your daughter thrive.
From Summer Freedom to School Routines: A 2-Week Nervous System Reset for Families
Struggling with the back-to-school transition? Discover a gentle, 2-week somatic guide to help your child or teen navigate school anxiety, morning routines, and nervous system regulation in Port Coquitlam.
The "Mistake Meltdown": Helping Kids Who Freeze Up When Things Don’t Go Perfectly
When a child explodes or freezes over a small mistake, it isn't just drama—their nervous system is perceiving a threat. As a teacher and clinical counsellor, here is how to help your child move past perfectionism and build true resilience.
Beyond Words: The Grounding Benefits of Pet Therapy for Kids and Teens
Discover how animal-assisted therapy helps children and youth regulate their nervous systems, lower anxiety, and find comfort without words. Learn about the science-backed benefits of pet therapy and meet Plum, our certified therapy dog providing a soft place to land for families seeking child and teen counselling in Port Coquitlam.
Behind the Brave Face: Understanding Masking in Children
What happens when we stop focusing on achievement and start focusing on the child? Explore the reality of masking and why my practice is designed to be a place where you and your child are enough, exactly as you are.
Beyond the Label: Why Understanding Your Child’s Wiring Changes Everything
"When my son was diagnosed as gifted in Grade 4, I shared the same fear many parents do: Would a 'label' box him in? I soon realized that a diagnosis isn't a box—it's a roadmap. Learn why moving from labels to understanding helps children stop asking 'What is wrong with me?' and start asking 'How does my brain work?'"