Diverse Pathways
Welcome!
I'm Tara. I am an autistic counsellor and consultant supporting neuro-divergent adults, teens, and families of neuro-divergent children.
We can work on any issue of importance to you, including:
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Trauma
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Relationships
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Gender, Identity and Sexuality
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Chronic Pain & Disability
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Pathological Demand Avoidance
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Understanding Neuro-diversity (Autism, ADHD, OCD...)
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Dissociation & Multiplicity
I work virtually from the unceded traditional territories of the W̱SÁNEĆ and lək̓ʷəŋən peoples.
Individual & Relationship Counselling
Many neuro-divergent people enter counselling with both current struggles and past pain and trauma, often after having spent years masking or minimizing their needs.
I am trained in:
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Internal Family Systems
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EMDR
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Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
These approaches support trauma healing and allow us to slow down, notice patterns, and support your nervous system together.
I work with folks individually and in multi-adult sessions (partners, parents, friends etc.) to better understanding the role of neurology. This includes in mixed-neuro-type relationships and families.
Our time together is an opportunity to create safety and connection within yourself and with the people in your life.
Small Groups & Parent Education
New Groups Start every October and March!
Online Small Groups are an opportunity for up to 8 adults to experience the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Model in a group format.
Each session includes a mix of guided activities, education, and peer connection.
Upcoming Opportunities in 2026:
Unmasking Neuro-divergence for Adults
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Explore your mask and the connection with burnout.
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Thursdays 5-6 pm, Biweekly
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Mar. 12, 26, Apr. 9, 23, May 7, 21
Parenting Neuro-divergent Kids:
An inner parts work journey
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Thursdays 11-12 noon, Biweekly
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Oct. 8, 22, Nov. 5, 19, Dec. 3, 17
Groups and trainings are a safe space, inclusive of LGBTQ folks and those exploring whether they are neuro-divergent. You are welcome to be on or off camera and to participate with text, spoken language or simply by being present.
*No previous experience with IFS needed.
Learn more here.
Consulting
Have you received a diagnosis?
Are you considering pursuing a diagnosis?
Or are you a professional wanting to to learn more?
I am passionate about supporting folks to understand neuro-diversity.
When supporting parents, I draw on:
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Self-Reg & Collaborative & Proactive Solutions
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Low-demand parenting
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Polyvagal Theory
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Internal Family Systems
When supporting professionals, I love to consult on:
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Neuro-diversity affirming practice
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Autistic experience
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Internal Family Systems with ND clients
Consulting services to families of autistic children in BC can be billed to Autism Funding Unit.
