Supervision for CCTNB Licensing Candidates
I am an approved supervisor for candidates seeking licensing with the College of Counselling Therapists of New Brunswick (CCTNB). My supervision approach is rooted in the interpersonal psychoanalytic tradition, person-centred tradition, and an anti-oppressive framework, emphasizing the therapeutic relationship, countertransference, emotional dynamics, and the broader social and cultural contexts in which both therapists and clients live.
My Approach to Supervision
Our sessions will focus on your emotional responses, thoughts, and insights within the therapeutic relationship. By exploring countertransference, relational dynamics, and the influence of social and cultural positions, we will address challenges, clarify confusion, and refine your clinical work. This reflective and socially conscious approach deepens both your self-awareness as a therapist and your understanding of clients.
My hope is that I can create a space where you feel both encouraged and challenged. My goal is not to train you in a specific modality but to help you integrate clinical feedback, relational insights, and an anti-oppressive lens into your practice.
Background and Expertise
With training in counselling, psychoanalysis, and academia, I bring over 15 years of experience in social and critical theory, sexuality studies, and psychotherapy. My Master’s and PhD work at the University of Toronto centred on anti-oppressive theories and practices, giving me an academic foundation in understanding power, privilege, and marginalization. I also integrate this perspective into my teaching at the University of New Brunswick, ensuring that new graduates remain attuned to social, cultural, and historical contexts.
I hold a certificate in Interpersonal Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the William Alanson White Institute and have completed doctoral-level psychoanalytic coursework at the University of Toronto. I’ve recently been accepted to the Fellowship Program at the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy for the 2025-2026 academic year.
My research background informs my clinical work, particularly in sex and sexuality therapy, and I welcome candidates interested in these topics.
What to Expect
Our supervision meetings will meet CCTNB’s licensing requirements. As of June 2025, sessions may be conducted virtually or in-person. Beyond the work we will do in relation to your clients, we will cover:
- Effective treatment notes
- Ethical responsibilities and dilemmas
- Termination processes
- Cultural diversity & anti-oppressive considerations in therapy
- Other core supervision topics outlined by CCTNB
Supervision is about more than refining technical skills. It’s about developing a reflective, compassionate, and socially aware approach to your practice that helps you become a more effective practitioner.
Ideal Supervisees
I work best with candidates who are:
- Open to feedback – Receptive to constructive input and willing to adapt.
- Self-reflective – Engaged in exploring how emotions, relational dynamics, and social positions shape clinical work.
- Committed to anti-oppressive practice – Willing to consider how systemic factors influence both therapy and supervision.
- Passionate about psychotherapy – Dedicated to deepening their clinical skills and presence as therapists.
- Focused on depth work – Ideally practicing long-term psychotherapy rather than high-needs or crisis-focused settings.
Structure of Supervision
Supervision may include individual, dyadic, and group sessions, blending personal guidance with peer insights. This structure provides both one-on-one mentorship and exposure to broader clinical perspectives.
Next Steps
If you’re interested or unsure whether we’d be a good fit, feel free to reach out. We can discuss your goals, my approach, and how we can work together toward your full licensure.