In 2017 I graduated from Concordia University of Edmonton with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology. Soon after, I began my Masters of Counselling from City University of Seattle and graduated in 2020. For my capstone project, I extensively researched how Mindfulness and The Grief Recovery Method could support individuals navigating chronic pain. The inspiration behind my research was recognizing the grief and loss people experience when navigating chronic pain.

I have also engaged in several public speaking engagements discussing grief and loss in high schools, yoga studios and Girl Guides and free community talks. I also appeared on Global TV Evening News on a segment about Grief and the Holidays. In addition I am a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist® through the Grief Recovery Institute and have obtained my Level 1 Certification in The Gottman Method Couples Therapy and EMDR Basic Training through EMDR Consulting. Additionally, I have completed several training sessions on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Finally, I have completed Indigenous Canada, a 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) through the University of Alberta.

Gina is a member of the College of Alberta Psychologists, Psychologists’ Association of Alberta and The Grief Recovery Institute.

Through my life experience and educational journey, I have developed a strong passion for supporting grieving people in our community. This passion of mine started after my dad suddenly died in 2012. This sudden loss was heart wrenching, and life as I knew it changed in an instant. The Grief Recovery Method® equipped me with the tools and an opportunity to heal my broken heart. After completing the program and healing from my emotional suffering, I developed a desire to support others who are grieving.

I am honoured to support adults and teens who are navigating grief and trauma including parental loss, death of a loved one, end of a relationship/friendship, separation, pet loss, childhood trauma, medical/health related trauma, physical injury, relational trauma and life transitions. I also support people who are navigating additional challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, self worth/self esteem and chronic pain.I am collaborative, compassionate, authentic and use evidence based interventions to support you on your healing journey. The therapeutic approaches that I commonly use include Person-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Parts work, The Grief Recovery Method, and Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. I prioritize offering a safe and supportive space for you to lead with authenticity and process your challenges in a judgment free atmosphere. As humans, it is inevitable that we will experience suffering however, you do not have to walk alone. It would be my privilege to walk alongside you on your path of healing.

In my free time I enjoy trying local restaurants and indulging in wine and cheese nights with friends and family. I always have a travel bug and would say my favorite place I travelled was Italy and France. For self-care, I love attending spin classes, running and cooking new recipes.