Favourite Quote
"I can't carry it for you, but I can carry you"
- Samwise Gamgee (LOTR)
But a close second would be...
"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."
- Ferris Bueller
Hello, I’m Tabitha. You may recognize me from my work as an intern with our Balance Without Barriers
program. I have successfully completed my internship and have taken on a new role as a Mental Health
Therapist, while I work towards graduating with my Master's in Counselling Psychology from City University
of Seattle.
I offer a space where you can feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard. Beginning therapy can be a
meaningful and sometimes challenging step, and I aim to meet you with steadiness and care as we navigate
both the difficult and growth-oriented parts of the process. My approach is collaborative and grounded in
the belief that lasting change happens through authentic connection, insight, and aligned action.
My work is primarily informed by attachment theory, which helps guide an understanding of how our
relationships shape the way in which we experience ourselves and others. I also draw on Acceptance and
Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a central framework, supporting clients in building psychological flexibility
and reconnecting with what matters most. Alongside this, I integrate mindfulness practices, Emotionally
Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), tailoring the process to your unique needs and goals.
Grief work is a central part of my practice. Having completed training in the Grief Recovery Method, I
support individuals in navigating the many forms of loss; whether through death, relationship changes,
identity shifts, or life transitions. My own experiences with grief were a meaningful catalyst in my decision to pursue this career, and they continue to inform the care, sensitivity, and respect I bring to this work.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent many years working as a legal assistant in high-pressure professional
environments. This experience informs my understanding of workplace stress, burnout, and the importance
of boundaries and balance. I have also volunteered on crisis lines supporting individuals impacted by sexual
violence, which has deepened my commitment to trauma-informed, compassionate care.
I am particularly drawn to working with individuals navigating grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and
work-life stress, as well as those seeking greater self-understanding and direction.
It is a privilege to do this work. I aim to support you in making sense of your experiences, strengthening your sense of self, and moving toward a life that feels more grounded, intentional, and meaningful.