Meet Makena!

I'm Makena (she/her), I am a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).I believe in the power of a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful change.

As a therapist, I believe in creating a warm, disarming, and safe space where you feel truly seen and understood. Drawing on my training and experience, I utilize a trauma-informed and eclectic approach, integrating the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS), the wisdom of somatic awareness, and practical skills from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).  

My aim is to walk alongside you as we explore your inner world, understand the impact of past experiences, and cultivate new ways of navigating challenges. Together, we can identify and nurture your inherent strengths, helping you to feel more grounded, empowered, and connected to your true self in order to meet your therapeutic goals. I consider it a privilege to be a part of your healing journey and to witness your capacity for growth and transformation.