Gemma is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), a Certified Music Therapist (MTA) and a member of the BC Professional Firefighter’s Association Mental Health Taskforce. She provides counselling, EMDR, and music therapy services for people who are committed to making change to achieve a fuller, peaceful, and satisfying life.
With over 10 years of experience working as a therapist in a high acuity, burns and trauma Unit, she understands the unique occupational stressors and culture that come with being a first responder and a frontline healthcare worker in addition to all walks of life. Gemma’s therapeutic approach is to support and collaborate with clients as they heal, gather strength, and discover solutions by empowering clients to find peace, renewal, and balance in their lives.
A graduate from the University of British Columbia’s Masters in Counselling Psychology program, Gemma’s thesis research examined firefighter occupational stress, social supports and attitudes towards seeking psychological help for behavioural health.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/350128365_Extinguishing_Stigma_among_Firefighters_An_Examination_of_Stress_Social_Support_and_Help-Seeking_Attitudes
