Christina is an experienced, warm, and empathetic social worker. She brings over 20 years of rich, diverse, and skilled experience to her clinical work, particularly in the areas of health and mental health. She has practised in critical care settings, including ER, ICU, and trauma units. Christina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Bachelor of Social Work, a Master of Social Work, and a PhD in Social Work. She possesses expertise and specialisation in trauma and bereavement. Christina is a researcher and published author in this area and has served as a peer reviewer for reputable international journals focused on death, dying, and bereavement. Christina is passionate about and highly skilled in addressing trauma, suicide, line-of-duty death, and wartime bereavement. Raised in a military and firefighting family, and currently married to a retired officer, Christina has specialized training and lived experience in supporting first responders, members of the Canadian Forces, and their families. Christina works collaboratively with her clients, drawing from a range of therapeutic techniques to tailor treatment to their unique needs and goals. She holds evidence-based certifications in several trauma modalities, including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (Advanced), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.