About Samara

I was born and raised in rural parts of Ontario, where I developed a deep connection to nature and animals.

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I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Queen's University and my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. I have my RCC designation through the BCACC establishing myself as a credible, educated, and qualified clinical counsellor and psychotherapist practicing in British Columbia.

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Before I became a therapist, I spent 20 years as an RCMP officer working in both remote locations and large cities alike, with specializations in major crime investigations, gender-based violence, child abuse, interviewing, and trauma-informed practices.

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I have a beautiful blended family with two dogs, and I have experienced divorce and co-parenting.

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I love the smell of a coniferous forest, swimming in the rain, and drinking hot chocolate under the stars. I don't like getting my socks wet, the ending of a good book, and people who stand too close to me when they talk.