Natasha holds a Master of Social Work (Clinical Specialization) from the University of Calgary, is a Registered Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers, and is a member of the BC Association of Social Workers. She is a founding Board Member for the International Institute for Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, and Co-Founder and Co-Director of Mental Health Foundations. Natasha is also involved in research, with publications varying from the topics of the impact of carer emotions on recovery, the ceremonial use of ayahuasca in the treatment of eating disorders, and is currently involved in a pilot study exploring the use of MDMA psychotherapy in the treatment of eating disorders.
Along with family therapy, Natasha loves working with individuals in the process of recovery from eating disorders, mental health concerns, addictions and other life struggles. With specialized training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT Level 1 and 2), and Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT Clinical Supervisor and Trainer), Natasha is excited about facilitating a therapeutic experience that is both tangible and sustainable. Please note that Natasha is no longer working with individual clients at this time.
SPECIALIZATIONS
Natasha specializes in:
The application of Emotion-Focused Family Therapy in the treatment of eating disorders, addiction and general mental health
Clinical supervision (individual, group, and organizational)
Psychedelic psychotherapy preparation and integration