Netanya’s approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and grounded in curiosity rather than judgment. She helps clients explore the emotional experiences, beliefs, and patterns that may sit underneath struggles with food, body image, shame, self-worth, and identity.
Her work is especially supportive for adults who feel disconnected from themselves, caught in cycles of self-criticism, or unsure of how to relate to their body, emotions, and needs with greater compassion. Therapy may include exploring how past experiences, relationships, trauma, and internalized expectations continue to shape the way clients see themselves today.
Netanya offers a calm, steady space where clients can slow down, notice what is happening beneath the surface, and begin to understand themselves with more clarity and less shame. Her work integrates mindfulness-based approaches, ACT, EMDR, IFS-informed therapy, and person-centred care.
She may be a particularly good fit for clients who want to develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves, strengthen their sense of identity, and move toward greater emotional balance, self-acceptance, and connection.
Eating Disorders, Body Image & Self-Identity
Netanya supports adults experiencing eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, shame, and difficulty feeling at home in themselves. Therapy may include exploring the relationship between food, emotions, body image, identity, self-worth, and past experiences in a way that is collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental.
Professional & Personal Story
Netanya’s work is shaped by both her personal and professional experiences. Having walked through seasons of grief and loss, body-image challenges, and healing as a survivor of abuse, she brings authentic empathy to her work. Professionally, she has supported individuals dealing with addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression—which reinforces her belief in the resilience of the human spirit and the power of trauma-informed care.
Outside of her role as a therapist, Netanya finds joy and renewal in outdoor adventures and creative expression. She enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and surfing—from Kamloops to Tofino and beyond. She delights in quiet moments lost in a good book, exploring watercolor painting, and grounding in yoga and meditation. Life’s journey unfolds alongside her husband and their small, elderly dog, who bring laughter and warmth to everyday.
Who She Works Best With
Netanya works best with adults who are open to exploring their inner world with curiosity and courage. Her ideal client might be someone who feels stuck in old patterns, disconnected from themselves, or ready to understand how past experiences continue to shape their present. She’s a good fit for individuals seeking trauma-informed support as they move toward healing, self-acceptance, and balance.
Netanya’s approach is especially supportive for those who value a calm, steady presence and a safe space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with their sense of self.
Professional Training
Netanya’s professional training includes:
- Eating Disorder Intuitive Therapy EDIT, 2024
- Self-Management and Recovery Training, SMART 2024
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing 2025
- IFS-Informed EMDR Therapy: An Integrative approach for transformative healing of trauma and anxiety 2025
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Substance Use Disorders, 2023