Anger, frustration, stress, and relationship difficulties can sometimes leave us feeling stuck in patterns we don’t fully understand. You may find yourself reacting in ways you later regret, struggling to communicate what you’re feeling, or relying on coping strategies that no longer serve you. Recognizing these patterns is an important first step toward change.
I believe counselling offers an opportunity to better understand ourselves, take responsibility for our choices, and develop healthier ways of responding to life’s challenges. My approach is practical, compassionate, and collaborative. Together, we’ll explore what lies beneath difficult emotions and behaviours, develop strategies for managing them, and work toward meaningful changes in your everyday life.
Before becoming a counsellor, I spent over 30 years working in British Columbia’s justice system, including corrections, probation, and community supervision. This experience shaped my understanding of human behaviour, accountability, and the challenges people face when trying to change established patterns.
Today, I work with adults navigating anger, addiction, men’s mental health concerns, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a respectful, nonjudgmental space where you can gain greater self-awareness, strengthen your relationships, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Who I Work With
Adults
I work with adults who are experiencing anger, emotional regulation difficulties, stress, relationship challenges, or patterns of behaviour they want to change. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or uncertain about your next steps, our work focuses on understanding what’s happening and developing practical strategies for moving forward.
Men
Many men grow up believing they need to manage difficult emotions on their own. Over time, this can contribute to anger, emotional withdrawal, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from themselves and others. I offer a respectful, nonjudgmental space where men can explore these experiences, develop greater emotional awareness, and learn healthier ways of managing life’s pressures.
Justice-Involved Individuals
With over 30 years of experience working within British Columbia’s justice system, I bring an understanding of the challenges individuals may face when navigating probation, reintegration after incarceration, and involvement with the legal system. My approach balances compassion with personal accountability, helping clients reflect on past choices, understand behavioural patterns, and develop practical skills for creating positive change.
Couples
Relationships can become strained when communication breaks down, conflict becomes repetitive, or partners struggle to understand one another’s emotional needs. I support couples who want to better understand their relationship patterns, improve communication, and develop healthier ways of navigating conflict. My approach encourages personal responsibility, mutual respect, and a greater understanding of each partner’s experiences.
Individuals in Addiction Recovery
Substance use can sometimes become a way of managing stress, emotional pain, or difficult life experiences. I work with individuals who want to better understand their relationship with substances, recognize the patterns that contribute to their use, and develop healthier ways of coping. Whether you’re beginning to explore change or working to maintain recovery, I offer a collaborative and respectful approach that recognizes each person’s circumstances and goals.
Addiction Recovery Counselling in Kamloops
I provide addiction recovery counselling in Kamloops for adults who want to better understand their relationship with substances and the patterns that may be keeping them stuck. My approach considers the connection between substance use, stress, trauma, anger, relationships, and difficult life experiences.
Rather than focusing only on stopping a behaviour, I help clients understand what the behaviour may be helping them cope with. Together, we can develop greater self-awareness, practical coping strategies, and healthier ways of responding to stress and emotional pain as you move toward recovery.
Anger Management
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Much of my career has involved working with individuals who struggle with anger, conflict, and intense emotional reactions. Through my years in corrections, I worked closely with people navigating high-stress situations, relationship conflict, and moments where emotions escalate. Those experiences gave me a deep understanding of how anger develops and how it can affect our relationships, decisions, and overall well-being. |
I approach anger with curiosity rather than judgment. In my experience, anger is rarely the whole story. It often acts as a shield protecting deeper emotions such as hurt, fear, frustration, or shame. My work is focused on helping clients slow down and understand what is happening beneath the anger so they can begin responding differently when those emotions arise.
In our work together, we look at patterns. We explore what triggers anger, how it builds, and what happens in the moments before reactions occur. From there, I help clients develop practical strategies to pause, regulate their emotions, and approach conflict in healthier and more constructive ways.
I tend to be direct but supportive in my approach. I believe meaningful change happens when we are willing to honestly look at our patterns and take responsibility for how we respond in difficult situations. My goal is not simply to help clients reduce anger, but to help them build stronger relationships, communicate more effectively, and feel more in control of their emotional responses.
Training
Degrees
- Master of Education (M.Ed.), Clinical Counselling
- Bachelor’s Degree in Justice and Public Safety Studies
Professional Experience
Over 30 years of experience within the British Columbia justice system, including youth custody, probation services, and leadership roles in corrections and community supervision.
Bridging Elite Athletics and Mental Well-being: 20+ years coaching U15 AAA hockey and soccer in Kamloops, BC.
Additional Training
- Compassionate Inquiry in Action: Healing Deep Traumatic Wounds – Dr. Gabor Maté
- Deep Traumatic Wounds
- Motivational Interviewing
- Addiction Recovery and Stages of Change Model
- Anger Management Interventions
- Trauma-Informed Counselling Approaches