Move beyond survival.
Counselling and mindfulness coaching for sensitive adults tired of constant self-protection.
You’ve spent years holding things together while inwardly feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shake. Together, we’ll make space for greater self-understanding, emotional steadiness, and healthier ways of relating.
hi, i’m heron.
I’m a complex trauma survivor who’s navigated the healing journey. It shaped who I am today and how I sit with others on their own path
I’ve lived through mental health crises, anxiety, self-criticism and the legacy of experiences that deeply disconnected me from myself and others. I know how vulnerable it can feel to start therapy and share parts of yourself shaped by fear, shame and survival.
I bring my full, imperfect human self into this work, with warmth, honesty and care. I’ll be a calm, steady presence by your side, as we get curious about what’s hurting, how it’s protecting you and what might be ready to change.
all parts of you are welcome here.
We're all made up of parts: the anxious part, the one that shuts down, the one that's been holding everything together for years.
Each is doing a job, and each gets a seat at the table. No matter how painful they might be sometimes, these parts have been helping you adapt and survive all these years.
Rather than fitting you into a map that isn't yours, we'll name these parts together, in your own words.
We usually start in the body, noticing what you're sensing before naming what you're feeling, and move at a pace your system can actually handle.
There's no set agenda. We follow what's alive in the room, and trust what's already inside you to lead the way.
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People often come to this work to explore:
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anxiety
Anxiety can feel like living on edge: managing, anticipating, holding it together just to get through the day. It’s often a result of how your system learned to cope with overwhelm at an early age.
In our work together, we can gently turn toward what’s held inside, creating enough safety for things to relax at your own pace.
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complex trauma
Complex trauma often comes from relationships where safety, consistency, or attunement were missing. Its impacts can be subtle and far-reaching, shaping how you feel in your body, how you relate, and how you see yourself.
I offer a steady, compassionate relationship where healing can unfold slowly, without pressure or re-traumatization.
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relationships
If relationships feel confusing, exhausting, or painful, you’re not alone. Early relational patterns can keep showing up long after they’re needed.
Together, we’ll explore how these patterns live in you now, and what’s possible when they’re met with awareness, care, and safety.
(I don’t offer couples counselling at this time.)
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insecurity
Self-criticism, low self-worth, and perfectionism often emerge as ways to feel safe or preserve relationships. Over time, they can become harsh and exhausting companions.
In our work, we’ll explore these patterns with compassion, helping you develop a kinder, steadier relationship with yourself and others.
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grief, illness and death
Loss, illness, and the awareness of mortality can shake the ground beneath us. These experiences can be isolating, overwhelming, and tough to put into words.
Through steady, compassionate presence, I offer a place where you don’t have to carry these experiences alone.
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spiritual/existential crisis or awakening
Questions about meaning, faith, identity, or purpose can show up suddenly, or unfold slowly over time. They can feel disorienting, unsettling, and deeply personal.
Together, we can explore where you are, what’s been stirred, and what wants to emerge next, without rushing to answers.
some lenses i look through
relational mindfulness coaching: another way to explore
Relational mindfulness coaching is a trauma-informed, body-aware approach that supports greater steadiness, clarity, and self-trust through mindful presence and relationship. Rather than offering quick fixes or advice, this work invites gentle awareness of what’s happening in your body and inner world. Over time, this creates space for choice instead of reactivity.
This is a great option for those who prefer a more practice-based, non-therapeutic way of working together, distinct from counselling.
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There’s no pressure. No commitment. Just a chance to see if we're a good fit.