Grounded in feminist values and principles, Colleen brings a passion for learning, dedication to evidence-based psychosocial care, and a commitment to integrative work along with years of professional growth and experience to her therapy practice.
I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW), therapist, and the owner of a private practice where I specialize in trauma-informed care. With a Master’s degree in Social Work and certification as a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP) since 2018, I bring a deeply embodied approach to healing that integrates nervous system regulation and body-based awareness.
My clinical work focuses on supporting individuals and couples through complex experiences including medical trauma, betrayal trauma, women's health concerns, and relationship challenges. I also offer couples therapy, drawing on attachment-focused and somatic frameworks to foster connection, communication, and repair.
In addition to direct clinical work, I provide professional supervision and consultation to fellow therapists and Somatic Experiencing students at all levels. I’m passionate about supporting other practitioners in developing confidence, clarity, and skill in their work.
Alongside my therapeutic training, I am also a registered yoga teacher, and I value integrating mind-body practices into the healing process where appropriate.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and exploring new places through travel.
Professional Licensure & Degrees
Saskatchewan Association of Registered Social Workers
Alberta College of Social Workers
Master Social Work, University of Regina (Field Practicum Palliative/Hospice Care)
Bachelor Social Work, University of Regina (Major Practicum Placement- Adult Mental Health)
Early Childhood Development SIAST
Professional Trainings & Experiences:
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner - Somatic Experiencing® International (Peter Levine)APSATS - The Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists
ERCEM -Certified Empathy Specialist
Focusing Institute (Level 1 & 2)PACT Institute® (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy). Trained directly with Dr. Stan Tatkin (Level 1 & Level 2 Certified) The Sexually Competent Therapist -Foundations Wilfred Laurier Continuing Education- Faculty of Social Work Professional Development Program: Introduction to Clinical Supervision; Ethical Issues in Clinical Supervision; Challenges in Supervision: How to Get 'Unstuck' in Supervision; Safe & Effective Use of Self in Clinical Supervision; Wilfred Laurier Continue Education- The Art of Note Taking;Attachment Program (Level 1 & 2) Dianne Poole-HellerInternal Family System Workshops - Richard SchwartzVictoria Hospice Training Conscious Parenting Coaching Institute - Dr. ShefaliNew Ways with Families® -Bill Eddy's High Conflict Institute.Meeting with Children - parenting plans - International Centre for Children and Family LawFamily Law Mediation - Panko LawRed School- (Menstruation & Menopause)Yoga Teachers Training 200 hr with additional training in Restorative & Yin YogaGabor Mate’s Trauma Talks