Concussion Care That Actually Understands You
There is a deep loneliness that comes with concussion and brain injury. Not just because things are harder, but because so much of what you’re dealing with is invisible. You may look “fine” while your nervous system is overwhelmed, your emotions feel unrecognizable, and your body won’t cooperate the way it used to.
It’s isolating to live inside a reality that others can’t see and often don’t understand. Recovery after a brain injury is complex, and traditional talk therapies don’t always cover all the physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects involved.
I get it — because I’ve been there.
My work is shaped by both clinical training and lived experience. I know what it’s like to have your symptoms minimized, to feel misunderstood, and to need care that truly adapts to how your brain and nervous system work.
Evidence-Based and Neuroscience-Informed Care
EMDR and Brainspotting are neuroscience-informed, counselling approaches that help the brain and nervous system process and integrate difficult experiences. They support emotional, cognitive, and somatic processing, helping people recover from trauma, chronic pain, grief, and other disruptions caused by brain injury.
More on EMDR here.
More on Brainspotting here.
What Sets Me Apart
I’ve completed advanced Brainspotting training with applications for head trauma, and advanced EMDR training for chronic pain.
These approaches alongside a trauma-informed model of care can ease emotional distress and are often part of an integrative care plan to support lasting improvements in emotional, cognitive, and nervous system functioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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No - They are not medical treatments or passive procedures, and they are not the same as physiotherapy or medical rehabilitation.
EMDR and Brainspotting are approaches are used within a broader, holistic counselling process to help people process and reduce symptoms related to trauma, concussion, anxiety, stress, grief, chronic pain, or adjustment difficulties after injury.
Importantly, they are collaborative therapies, not something that is “done to” you. Your active participation is essential.
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EMDR is a structured, protocol-driven therapy that uses guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation to help process distressing memories.
Brainspotting is a more organic, attuned approach that uses specific eye positions to access and process emotional and somatic experiences at a deeper level.
Both approaches can be used together.
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EMDR does not have to involve eye movements.
For many people with a concussion, traditional eye tracking can be fatiguing, overstimulating, or simply not accessible. I adapt EMDR to your nervous system and symptoms by using alternatives. We go at your pace. Nothing is forced, and we only use what feels supportive for your brain and body.
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No.
Brainspotting can be gently adapted using micro-spotting, shorter intervals, eyes-closed processing, or integration with other therapeutic approaches.
It is always paced and titrated to your symptoms and what your system can comfortably tolerate in the moment.
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Some people notice early shifts in regulation or symptoms, while others benefit from a longer-term, gradual process of support and integration.
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My approach is rooted in being neuro-affirming and trauma-informed. This means we work together to figure out a pace that actually works for your nervous system. We work as a team, and if something doesn't feel right, we can slow down, shift gears, or stop at any time.
I’d be glad to connect and hear more about your experience, and I can also share how I’d approach things differently.
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Many people recovering from concussion experience light sensitivity, visual fatigue, or difficulty tolerating screens. Sessions can be adapted to accommodate these challenges.
Clients may choose to use screen tinting, accessibility software, sunglasses, migraine glasses, or other strategies that help reduce symptoms. We can also adjust pacing and take breaks as needed.
Importantly, both EMDR and Brainspotting can be done with eyes closed. There is no requirement to stare at a screen or maintain visual focus in a way that worsens symptoms.
The goal is to support your recovery, not push through discomfort. Together, we can find accommodations that make virtual therapy more comfortable and accessible.
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This work is designed for people who:
Are done with one-size-fits-all talk therapy.
Feel "stuck" in recovery, struggling with the invisible cycle of anxiety, chronic pain, and the grief of who you were before the injury.
Need more than coping skills.
Want a guide who "gets it." You need a practitioner who understands the link between your cognitive fog and your emotional overwhelm.
Are self-aware, reflective, and ready to engage collaboratively in depth-oriented healing.