Frequently Asked Questions

No, I don’t. I really value in-person therapy and have found that ART is most effective and adaptable when done face-to-face.

Not in the traditional long-term sense. But yes, we do talk. You’re welcome to process concerns, vent, and ask for feedback, absolutely. In our first assessment session, we’ll also spend more time talking so I can get to know you better.

With ART, most of the work happens through internal visualization, so a lot of talking isn’t required. That said, I always follow your lead. If you want to spend a session talking things through, we can. If you’d rather focus on ART, we’ll do that.

My focus is on helping people feel better quickly, and I believe ART is the best way to make that happen.

I see youth ages 12+ on a case-by-case basis — especially when symptoms stem from a single event/trauma like a car accident, specific fear.

A consult is required first to discuss fit.

Research consistently shows that the environment a child returns to plays a critical role in sustaining therapeutic progress.

For this reason, I typically recommend that parents or caregivers participate in their own counselling, ensuring the home environment is stable, supportive, and aligned with the child’s healing.

My approach to couples’ work is a little different from traditional therapy. I believe lasting change starts with each partner doing their own work first. Because I’ve seen the impact of ART, I always recommend that both partners begin with individual ART sessions. If challenges remain afterward, I’ll then refer the couple to more traditional joint sessions.

Here’s how it works: I see one partner at a time. Since ART typically takes just 1–5 sessions, both partners can move through their individual work fairly quickly without overlapping.

Why this approach? The way we react to our partner is often shaped by past negative experiences stored in the subconscious (and sometimes conscious) mind. With ART, those triggers can be resolved, which leads to natural improvements in communication, reduces resentment, eases conflict, and helps partners stop taking things so personally.

Both ART and EMDR are evidence-based therapies that use eye movements or bilateral stimulation to help the brain process distressing memories.

The difference? ART is more structured, directive, and usually faster. Many clients notice results in just 1–5 sessions, compared to the 6–12 often needed with EMDR.

With ART, you don’t have to talk about your trauma in detail, and each session is designed to reach resolution instead of leaving things open for the next appointment.

ART is highly effective, but a few things matter:

• You need to feel safe with your therapist.

• You need to be motivated to change or feel differently.

• You need to be able to hold a thought in your mind.

Sometimes, there’s also something called a “secondary gain,” meaning a hidden benefit to staying unwell (for example, a need being met through the symptoms). These cases can take a little longer, but change is still possible.

Like any profession, therapists vary in their level of skill and experience.

ART is most effective when guided by someone with strong clinical skills, lots of experience in the field and regularly using the modality. I encourage clients to work with a therapist who is well-trained and actively uses ART.

If I’m not the right fit for you, I’m always happy to recommend other providers.

No. About 99% of my clients prefer using hand buzzers (TheraTappers) instead of eye movements. It’s still bilateral stimulation and works just as effectively.

My specialty is the therapy modality itself — Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).

I have a particular interest in grief, addictions, and men’s mental health.

In my work with grief, I’ve come to realize how powerful ART is for healing and closure. The results have been profound.

I spent 18 years in the addiction field, and continue to find that work deeply rewarding.

I also have a strong passion for supporting men’s mental health. It’s powerful to see the stigma lose its grip — when courage and vulnerability meet, real change happens.

Yes! I actually work with many clients from out of town. Typically, we start with a virtual assessment to get to know each other. From there, you can book an intensive, which includes two sessions with a 30-minute break in between. If you’ll be in the area longer, we can also schedule two separate sessions within the same week.