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)
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OCD & Anxiety Loops
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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.
Education & Therapy Modalities
Bachelors of Social Work, UBC, 2005
Masters of Social Work, UVIC, 2018
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Level 1)
EMDR
IFS Stepping Stones with Derek Scott
IFS (Level 1) with Nancy Sowell & Dick Schwartz
IFS (Level 2): Shame, Anxiety & Depression) with Martha Sweezy & Dick Schwartz
IFS (Level 2): Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO)), In progress.
Join me in building a positive neuro-divergent identity
