Kasey

On the outside you keep it together, but inside, you feel exhausted, anxious, or like something is missing. Maybe you feel distant in relationships, either with yourself or others, or stuck in patterns like people-pleasing, self-doubt, or harsh self-criticism. Maybe you are living with a chronic illness, carrying the weight of uncertainty, isolation, and frustration. Perhaps you often question whether you are too much or not enough. You have continued to push through, but a part of you is desperately searching for happiness, peace, and a more compassionate way of relating to yourself, others, and your life.

I help young to middle-aged adults explore the roots of relational struggles, whether with others or with themselves, and support those navigating the emotional toll of chronic illness. My own lived experience with chronic illness and the healing I found in therapy inspired me to do this work. I know firsthand how meaningful and essential it is to feel seen and supported, especially if you have never truly experienced this feeling. Together, we will explore how you learned about safety and connection, and help you feel more equipped to handle life.

You deserve support that welcomes all parts of you. I am here to meet you wherever you are on your journey, and to sit with whichever version of you that shows up.

My educational background is rooted in science obtaining a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from Wilfrid Laurier University with a minor in Biology and Psychology and a concentration in Health and Rehabilitation. Also, I have experience and a deep commitment to working with diverse communities, including older adults, family caregivers, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

My approach is rooted in relational therapy, and primarily draws from internal family systems, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic therapy, and attachment theory. I adopt a client-centered and trauma-informed perspective to build a collaborative and meaningful therapeutic relationship that supports your progress. By blending these methods, I strive to meet the unique needs of each client effectively.

Aside from my professional interests, I enjoy spending time in nature and in the sunshine, cooking and baking, being with my dog, and indulging in reality TV. A non-therapeutic dream of mine is to open a takeout restaurant catering to those with dietary restrictions, merging my love for cooking, health, and creating inclusive spaces.

If you are ready to feel more grounded, connected, and at home in yourself, let’s talk. I invite you to email me to schedule a free consultation. We will explore what you are hoping for and whether working together feels like the right next step. I look forward to meeting you!

CRPO Registration # 17868
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
Bachelor of Kinesiology, Wilfrid Laurier University (Minor in Biology and Psychology; Concentration in Health and Rehabilitation)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) certificate
Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 1
Fundamentals of Emotionally Focused Therapy
Publication: Sharp, K. C., & Cinelli, M. E. (2021). The effects of different environments on older adults’ ability to successfully cross a closing gap in virtual reality. Gait & Posture, 87, 1-5.