My Story

 

In 2010, I made the life-changing decision to move from Trinidad and Tobago to Saskatchewan to pursue advanced education and training in psychology. That journey shaped me into the dedicated professional I am today. Over the years, I have worked across clinical, community, and crisis intervention settings, gaining invaluable experience and a deep appreciation for the complexities of human resilience.

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My passion lies in helping individuals recognize and harness their inner strengths to navigate life’s challenges. I believe in the power of personal transformation and the importance of honoring each person’s unique story. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I strive to create a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.

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My Approach

 

At the heart of my practice is a commitment to humanistic values – embracing a person-centered, culturally responsive, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed lens. I integrate evidence-based modalities and tailor them to each client’s needs, drawing from approaches such as:

    •    Person-Centered Therapy

    •    Narrative Therapy

    •    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    •    Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

    •    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    •    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

    •    Attachment-Based Approaches

    •    Compassionate Inquiry

    •    The Gottman Method

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Areas of Focus

 

I welcome individuals with diverse concerns and also offer specialized care in a few key areas.

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    •    Attachment Trauma & Codependency

    •    Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

    •    Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

    •    Complex/Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (C/PSTD)

    •    Cult/High-control Organization Trauma

    •    Disordered Eating

    •    Emotional Regulation

    •    Family of Origin Issues

    •    Immigrant/Refugee Experiences & Acculturation

    •    Interpersonal Violence

    •    Moral Injury

    •    Narcissistic Abuse

    •    Self-esteem & Self-worth

    •    Sex & Intimacy Connection/Issues

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Trainings & Certification

 

To ensure high-quality, informed care, I have pursued additional training in:

    •    Trauma-Focused Acceptance & Committment Therapy (TF-ACT)

    •    Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC) Training

    •    Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT) – Essentials

    •    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Basic Training

    •    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Essentials

    •    Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Levels I & II

    •    Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) – Facilitator

    •    Ontario Domestic Assault Risk Assessment (ODARA) c Certified User

    •    Compassionate Inquiry (Self-Study)

    •    Advanced Narrative Therapy Training – Foundations & Applied Skills

    •    Group Crisis Intervention & Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)

    •    First Responder to Sexual Assault and Abuse – Facilitator

    •    Anger Management – Facilitator

    •    Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C​​

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My Commitment

 

My work is grounded in a deep respect for each person’s lived experiences. I am dedicated to fostering growth, healing, and self-empowerment. No matter where you are on your journey, I am here to walk alongside you with compassion, evidence-based strategies, and a non-judgmental presence.

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Contact

 

E-mail: ariel@heartseasetherapy.com

 

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