I was born and raised in Ukraine, and my adventurous spirit led me to Canada over a decade ago for my graduate studies. Growing up in post-Soviet Ukraine shaped my sensitivity to social justice issues and influenced my anti-oppressive, non-normative counselling practice. I value the freedom of self-expression and the courage to live authentically and creatively. I approach my clients with warmth, respect, and curiosity, regardless of whether they gravitate towards traditional lifestyles, queer ways of being, or find themselves in spaces in between.
My diverse life experiences have profoundly shaped my perspective and approach. As a life-long learner, I highly value growth and prioritize expanding and deepening my knowledge in the mental health field. In addition to my Master of Counselling Psychology, I also have a Master’s degree in Translation Studies. While I offer my services in English and Ukrainian, I have also enjoyed learning German, Polish, Spanish and French, which has opened my mind to different ways of being human.