About Kate
Heya! I'm Kate (she / her).
My Approach to Counselling
The foundation of my counselling approach is authenticity. Our first few sessions will focus on building safety and connection.
I provide warmth and compassion, evidence-based approaches, and just a touch of laughter to help you through transformative and pivotal moments.
Equitable Care and Body Acceptance
I hold a body neutral stance in my work and personal life. It is unfair to demand unconditional 'love' and 'celebration' of the body when it has potentially been a source of pain for many people. Body positivity and love can be a part of your wellness path, but it is not a prerequisite. Instead, I propose body acceptance, respect, and neutrality. I reject and challenge the anti-fat biases in the medical system, and believe that bodies of all sizes deserve equitable care.
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Experience, Training, & Certifications
What to Expect
Throughout our sessions, I will listen to your story and ask contemplative questions that evoke curiosity. We will look at your strengths, and find ways that they might support change that aligns with your goals.
Our work may lead to some difficult memories, emotions, and feelings in the body and mind which we will explore slowly and with caution. We will work to build your capacity for safety in these moments.
I will offer space for you to challenge yourself and to reflect on your progress. I'll hold you accountable to the transformation that you've promised to yourself. We will explore whether the story you're writing for yourself is what you truly want. Being confronted with your own behaviours can sometimes feel uncomfortable, but it is often what we need to get out of our own way.
My sweet old boy, Heeler and I. Greatest dog that ever lived! 
Theoretical Lens & Method
Personal & Social Location
Training & Interests
My capstone research described current treatment models for anorexia nervosa/atypical anorexia nervosa, and explored the impact of emerging generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technologies in this space.
I found that there are promising developments in GenAI that could help bridge some gaps in current therapeutic models for eating disorder recovery - but there are many glaring issues and risks. Clear policies, accountabilities, and multi-disciplinary approaches are needed for GenAI to be responsibly integrated into current counselling models.
I am a member of the Eating Disorder Association of Canada, and a National Eating Disorder Information Centre approved care provider. I have professional certification training in clinical trauma (CCTP-I & II), and am interested in continuing my training in trauma processing through the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. I am also interested in pursuing training with the Justice Institute of BC to help facilitate work in divorce and separation.
My background is in brand marketing, and I have worked with a number of large organizations to create brand, communications, and community engagement strategies. At times, my background in marketing and communications informs my clinical work. For example, we might look at social media and how it creates and reinforces diet and hustle culture.
