Marnie is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Addiction Counsellor with over 20 years of experience working with both individuals and groups. Marnie specializes in supporting adolescents and adults in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns.
Marnie’s area of expertise includes substance abuse and addiction, behavioural and emotional issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, social skills, school-related issues, and early intervention. She is passionate about supporting individuals in understanding and addressing the underlying challenges impacting their well-being.
Marnie’s therapeutic approach is client-centered and highly focused on building rapport and trust. She takes the time to connect with clients in a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgemental way, ensuring they feel heard and understood. Her communication style is open, empathetic, and collaborative, allowing her to adjust her approach to meet each individual’s unique needs and progress at their own pace. By creating a safe and supportive environment, she encourages clients to express themselves freely and work through sensitive topics at their own comfort level.
Utilizing techniques such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Psychoeducation, Marnie works closely with clients to set personalized therapeutic goals. She addresses their immediate concerns while also empowering them to develop long-term strategies for coping and resilience.