Welcome – I’m glad you’re here. If you’re reading this, you might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by life’s challenges. Maybe anxiety has taken hold, depression has left you feeling flat or disconnected, or grief has shifted the ground beneath you. Perhaps parenting feels harder than you imagined, or post-partum life is nothing like you expected. Whatever brings you here, I’d be honoured to support you through this chapter.
My name is Elise. I am originally from Ontario with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto. I am Registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with the BC College of Social Workers. Over the past decade, I’ve supported individuals and families through life transitions, loss, relationship struggles, and the ups and downs of parenting. I care deeply about creating a safe, compassionate space where you can share openly, feel understood, and reconnect with your own resilience and strength.
Through my own mental health journey and my commitment to on-going professional development, I have been drawn to body-based, experiential and attachment-based therapies. Yoga, self-compassion and mindfulness are parts of my regular practice, and I explore with clients how these practices can be woven into their journey.
I have extensive training in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and somatic approaches such as Emotional Freedom Technique. I also draw from ACT, DBT and mindfulness-based practices. In practical terms, this means we’ll work together in a way that helps you slow down, connect with your emotions and body, and discover practical new ways forward. My approach is heart-centred, growth-oriented, and tailored to what feels most supportive for you.
I offer therapy for:
- Anxiety & stress
- Depression & low mood
- Grief & loss
- Parenting challenges
- Perinatal & post-partum mental health
- Perfectionism & burnout
- Trauma
Therapy is not about fixing who you are – it’s about creating space to heal, grow, and reconnect with your most true self. If you’re wondering whether we might be the right fit, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation.
When I’m not working you’ll find me chasing after my young son, learning and growing through the ups and downs of parenting. You might also find me exploring trails, hikes and coffee shops in the unceded traditional territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), where I am grateful to live. I love road trips (the longer the better) and spending as much time outside as possible.
Elise is available for virtual sessions throughout this time. Please visit our online calendar to book your first session, or start with a free consultation.