I grew up in an intentional community where collaboration, conflict resolution, and shared responsibility were part of everyday life. When I stepped into my early professional roles, particularly in purpose-driven organizations, I was surprised to find that infighting, ego, and territoriality often got in the way of the mission. The disconnect between espoused values and lived experience was striking, and it sparked my interest in helping people work better together in service of meaningful change.

 

Driven by a desire to transform these environments, I pursued a Master’s degree in Human Systems Intervention. I became a certified coach and organizational development consultant, committed to cultivating workplaces where people can thrive. For over 20 years, I have guided individuals, organizations  and communities toward meaningful growth that nurtures both personal and professional well-being. My expertise has been sought across not-for-profit, public, higher education, and philanthropic sectors in Canada and around the world.

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I am experienced in helping individuals and teams navigate conflict, with formal training in Conflict Mediation and a practice grounded in deep listening, systems thinking, and psychological safety. My volunteer work in Restorative Justice and Critical Incident Stress Support for First Responders has further shaped my approach to working in high-stakes, emotionally charged environments. I also serve as a Mentor in the Human Systems Intervention graduate program at Concordia University and remain an active, ongoing learner in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. I am a certified Professional Integral Coach and a Yasodhara Yoga teacher.

 

These practices inform my approach and inspire me to embody courage, awareness and integrity. I actively create spaces that are inclusive and honouring of the people I work with.

 

Finally, I am thankful for my family, friends and mentors who shape and reshape me through their love and support. I live on a beautiful cliff overlooking Kootenay Lake, nestled in the Purcell Mountains in Queens Bay, BC. This land is the ancestral and unceded territory of the Ktunaxa & Sinixt nations.