“Therapy is like shopping for shoes, you need to try different types on before you really find the right fit.”

I am a registered social worker graduating from the Master’s of Social Work program at King’s University of Western Ontario in April 2007. The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers has granted me the ability to use Psychotherapist as a type of social work platform. Psychotherapy uses the bio-psycho-social approach when addressing the underlying causes of a person’s problems as well as how to solve them. Leaving the System, which is governed with many limitations around how humans heal, I founded my own private practice in 2019. As an integrative therapist at Y.O.U.R. Therapy Clinic, I use several Western and Eastern practices to help an individual understand themselves better and heal the wounds from their past which may be perpetuating relationship conflicts in the present.

As an integrative social worker, I have found through blending modalities the individual will find clarity in how they have developed into who they currently are; while building courage and connections to change the things that are no longer serving them; along with providing themselves compassion for the past; and the confidence and curiosity for their future endeavours.

Acknowledging the courage it took for you to reach out to a stranger for help at the most vulnerable time in your life, I will listen to your narrative and share any knowledge and skills which can help bring balance to your life. I believe it is important to validate the client’s perspective, allow them to grow from learning through making mistakes, and giving them the knowledge of how to accept the things they cannot change and to change the things they can control.

I role model self growth and development in my daily life by practicing mindfulness, attending professional development courses, and building collaborations with other practitioners in the community.

  I have been trained in specific Western skills therapies such as: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Trauma Informed Therapy. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), helps you identify unhealthy, negative core beliefs and behaviours and replace them with healthy, positive ones. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), another model that teaches behavioural skills to help you handle stress through applying mindfulness techniques, regulate your emotions, and improve your relationships with others with effective communication. Trauma Informed Therapy (also recognizing childhood developmental trauma), provides psychoeducation on the neurobiology of the brain and how it has been impacted by trauma. Utilizing methods such Internal Family Systems (IFS), Polyvagal Theory, Attachment Theory, Somatic Experience and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy to help heal the whole person and not pathologize parts of the person based on diagnosis. For couple’s therapy I am Level 2 trained with the Gottman & Gottman Method.

Lana is currently completing her practicum placement as a Social Work Intern at Y.O.U.R. Therapy Clinic under the supervision of Amelia Holden, a registered and experienced clinician, in accordance with professional and ethical standards in Canada. Lana holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Nutrition and Families from Brescia University College and an Honours Bachelor of Social Work from King’s University College.

She is passionate about supporting children, youth, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and deepen their understanding of themselves.

Guided by her values of honesty, authenticity, and empowerment, Lana strives to create a safe and compassionate space where clients feel heard and accepted without judgment. She takes a client-centred approach that honours each person’s unique experiences and trusts in their capacity for growth.

With a holistic perspective, Lana is drawn to the connection between mind, body, and spirit. She hopes to support clients in approaching their emotions and different parts of themselves with curiosity and compassion. Through this process, she hopes to help clients reconnect with their core Self, fostering greater self-understanding and a deeper sense of inner wisdom. Lana views therapy as a collaborative journey of self-discovery where there is space to explore, heal, and grow at one's own pace.

Outside of her social work practice, Lana is a certified yoga instructor who enjoys creating art and cooking. These practices remind her of the importance of trusting the process and embracing imperfection. They offer opportunities to learn from mistakes and appreciate growth as an ongoing journey.

She is currently completing her Master of Social Work at King’s University College.

Colby, our Chief Barketing Officer

Colby brings a wealth of experience in tail wagging and belly rub negotiations. With a keen sense of smell and an uncanny ability to detect treats from a mile away, Colby ensures that the clinic maintains a pawsitive atmosphere.

Her responsibilities include greeting clients with enthusiastic snores, providing therapeutic cuddles, and overseeing all chew toy inventory. When she’s not in the office, Colby enjoys long naps in the sun, chasing squirrels in her dreams, and perfecting her puppy eyes to secure extra snacks. She’s a loyal companion who reminds us daily of the healing power of unconditional love and a wagging tail.