Jana (she/her) is a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist who has provided therapy to individuals and families for over twenty years. She specializes in many areas, particularly trauma recovery, sexual abuse treatment, anxiety, depression, addiction, family conflict, performance anxiety, sexualized behaviours, and varying personality disorders (such as Narcissism, Borderline etc). She is highly skilled in supporting the healing and recovery process from narcissistic abuse and is passionate about helping clients rebuild their lives with clarity, strength, and self-compassion.
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In addition to her clinical work, Jana is a Clinical Supervisor and trauma specialist. For therapists seeking clinical supervision or consultation, Jana meets the criteria for CRPO Supervisors and is deeply committed to mentoring therapists at all stages of their practice. She values the supervisory relationship as a collaborative, reflective space where therapists can develop their skills, deepen their self-awareness, and strengthen their confidence. If you are interested in pursuing a Supervision arrangement with Jana, please book a Complimentary Meet and Greet.
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Jana views mental health through a holistic lens, emphasizing the connection between mind, body, and soul. She draws on her personal and professional experiences to help clients make sense of and heal from life’s traumas, while fostering resilience and inner strength. Her approach is heavily influenced by somatic and body-based therapies, recognizing the body’s role in processing and releasing emotional pain. She is dedicated to empowering clients, helping them build tolerance for challenging emotions, and nurturing their belief in their own inherent ability to heal.
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With warmth, empathy, and objectivity, Jana offers a safe, attuned therapeutic relationship, promoting co-regulation as a mutual process between therapist and client. She views empathy as the foundation of her therapeutic presence and believes this embodied connection opens the door for clients to experience a profound sense of safety, genuine acceptance, and meaningful healing. Jana supports children, adults, and families in navigating life and relationship stressors, finding connection with their whole self, and creating meaningful change.
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Jana uses a variety of treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Art Therapy, Polyvagal theory, and Somatic Therapy. She is also trained in trauma, social/emotional, and risk assessments for youth offenders.
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Jana is passionate about her work and believes that talking about challenges in a safe and compassionate space can open the door to real and lasting healing. She is ready to collaborate, bring perspective, and walk alongside clients as they work toward greater balance, self-understanding, and well-being.