A Little About Me

My North Star in life has always been to build circles of belonging. Places where people feel seen, heard, valued, and nurtured. I believe loneliness and disconnection are among the great struggles of the human experience, and much of my life’s work has been devoted to creating spaces where genuine connection can take root.

My mandate is simple, although perhaps a little ambitious: to stand against the loneliness that divides us, weaving mentorship, compassion, curiosity, and fierce human connection until isolation has fewer places to hide.

A Life Less Ordinary

I was raised off-grid and homeschooled, surrounded by the rhythms of the natural world. Growing up close to nature taught me self-reliance, curiosity, wonder, and a relentless desire to learn and grow. It also planted a belief that has stayed with me throughout my life: meaningful transformation happens when we feel both rooted and free.

My path has taken me through early childhood development, psychology, counselling, coaching, and some wonderfully messy chapters of life itself.

I’ve navigated divorce, raised children with wonderfully unique personalities and their own complex journeys, explored alternative relationship dynamics, and moved through my own seasons of depression, anxiety, uncertainty, and profound personal change.

After many years navigating the fascinating (and occasionally downright ridiculous) world of online dating, I eventually found the joy of meeting my later-in-life love. A lovely reminder that new chapters can bloom when we least expect them, and that life has a funny way of surprising us when we think we’ve seen it all.

These experiences have shaped not only who I am, but how I understand the world and the people moving through it.

I bring my education and professional training into the counselling room, certainly, but I also bring the perspective that comes from having lived a complicated, imperfect, and deeply human life.

Because sometimes the most meaningful wisdom doesn’t come from a textbook. It comes from living, loving, losing, learning, and finding the courage to begin again.

The Work That Calls Me

Much of my work is grounded in attachment theory and a deep curiosity about how our earliest relationships shape the ways we love, connect, protect ourselves, and find belonging.

I have a particular passion for supporting women as they navigate the ever-changing landscape of their lives, including identity, relationships, dating, intimacy, motherhood, personal growth, and those seasons when the life they’ve built no longer quite fits the person they’re becoming.

My practice welcomes people from every walk of life, and I am especially committed to creating affirming spaces for LGBTQ2S+ individuals and those exploring or living within polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous relationships. I honor the many ways people experience identity, love, intimacy, family, and connection.

My work has also taken me into the realms of addictions, substance use, and corrections, where I support incarcerated individuals & their families, navigating complex personal histories, difficult circumstances, and the often challenging work of change.

This work has deepened my fascination with human behaviour and reinforced something I believe wholeheartedly: people are more than their histories, their struggles, their circumstances, or the worst decisions they have ever made.

I believe accountability and compassion can coexist. That understanding behaviour does not mean excusing it. And that even in the most difficult circumstances, there is value in creating opportunities for reflection, responsibility, connection, and growth.

Whether someone is navigating addiction, rebuilding relationships, confronting painful patterns, or trying to imagine a different future, I believe meaningful change begins with curiosity rather than judgment.

And perhaps most importantly, I believe that belonging is not something we should have to earn by being perfect.

A Place to Land

Today, I bring these experiences and philosophies into my individual sanctuary sessions and group work, creating spaces where people can explore the beautiful, complicated business of being human.

My approach is warm, curious, intuitive, and collaborative. I believe in meaningful conversations, thoughtful questions, honest reflection, and occasionally a little humor, because sometimes life is simply too absurd not to laugh.

You don’t need to arrive with a perfectly organized story, a list of goals, or even a clear understanding of what brought you here.

You can come with your grief, your questions, your anger, your hope, your contradictions, and all the messy bits in between.

Whether you’re processing loss, navigating relationships, exploring who you are becoming, breaking old patterns, or simply looking for somewhere to pause and breathe, my intention is to meet you with genuine curiosity, deep listening, and respect for the wisdom you already carry.

I don’t believe my role is to tell you who to become.

I believe it is to help you hear yourself clearly enough to decide.

And When I’m Not Counselling…

You’ll likely find me transforming some ordinary corner of my home or workspace into a cozy little sanctuary, tending to my ever-growing (and arguably excessive) collection of houseplants, or enthusiastically dreaming up another workbook, project, or creative adventure.

I’m happiest surrounded by nature, good conversation, a little creative chaos, and a tall glass of iced coffee on the patio.

I’m endlessly curious, forever learning, and still very much a work in progress myself.

And I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Welcome to Lola Wellness. There’s room for you here.

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Tina

Tina is a dedicated single parent to two young daughters and an adult son, embracing the challenges and joys of raising her family with unwavering love and resilience.

As she embarks on her journey as a Wellness Counsellor and Student Counselling Therapist with Rhodes Wellness College in Vancouver, Tina is driven by a deep passion for supporting others on their paths to healing.

​With a rich tapestry of life experiences—including single parenthood, adoption, divorce, and parenting spirited children—Tina offers a unique blend of insight, empathy, and strength. Her personal journey through domestic violence and the process of healing has shaped her into a compassionate and intuitive counselor who provides a safe, nurturing space for growth and transformation.

Tina’s ability to connect deeply with her clients stems from her lived experiences, creating an environment where individuals feel seen, understood, and empowered.

​Outside of her professional life, Tina finds joy in cooking hearty meals, watching movies, and cheering on basketball games with her family. She also treasures the companionship of her beloved feline companion, Easton, who brings endless comfort and mischief to her days.

An eager traveler with a love for exploring new cultures and cuisines, Tina dreams of one day visiting Iceland’s breathtaking landscapes and savoring the culinary delights of Italy.

​Tina’s warmth, understanding, and authenticity make her a trusted guide for clients seeking support and empowerment on their journey to healing and self-discovery.

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