My journey unfolds—a story of love, resilience, and empowerment. I'm Keri, a mother to a wonderful son and a seeker of beauty in everyday moments, whether through decorating, gardening, music, singing, or enjoying a dance. Beneath the surface, however, I've endured childhood trauma, and turbulent relationships marked by narcissistic abuse, which taught me profound lessons about myself.
After my 18-year marriage ended due to my ex-husbands emotional unavailability, stemming from his own childhood trauma, I found myself facing the painful breakup of my family unit. In 2003, I entered an even more challenging relationship with a man who was sociopathic and narcissistic. Two years into this relationship, I discovered his severe porn addiction.
This four-year on-and-off relationship was not only abusive but also a continuation of the unresolved traumas of my past, including being separated from my mother at birth for 3 months, and growing up in a chaotic environment marked by my mother’s two divorces and three marriages.
In 2014, I believed I had met the man of my dreams, only to discover that our magical beginning was the prelude to a four year, dominating and abusive relationship. His diagnosis of extreme narcissistic personality disorder came too late; I was already deeply trauma-bonded. These experiences, along with suffering from intense anxiety and horrific panic attacks from the age of 19 to 26, were painful but pivotal.
Despite the heartbreaks, I held onto my healing path, arming myself with knowledge and tools that transformed my understanding and response to trauma. Today, my calling and mission is clear: to guide others through the depths of their past traumas, shedding light on paths to recovery and strength.
With each client's story, I'm reminded of my own—A story of overcoming, learning, and finding my true self. Whether it's dealing with developmental trauma, the scars of abusive relationships, or the loss of identity and family stability rooted in traumatic experiences, I am here to tell you that healing is not just a possibility; it is absolutely achievable!
Your system knows how to heal, it just needs to be shown the way. I hope my story will inspire you…
I want to hear
your story
I understand and get it immediately
You won’t have to wait through session after session, attempting to explain yourself, and trying to make a therapist "get it".
Traditional therapy and couples counselling do not identify or address the narcissistic, emotional, and psychological abuse - or sexual coercion - in a relationship; and they set you up for continued years of pain and chaos.
I offer a safe, accepting, and supportive environment.
I will never label you "co-dependent", and the abuse will not be blamed on "communication issues" or "relationship problems."
I will help guide and educate you with the goal of helping you understand the recovery process. You will learn to reconnect with yourself and the world, regulate your nervous system, repair attachment wounds, resolve trauma and feel safe in your body and relationships.- My goal is to teach you to use your strengths to build a life you love living.
I also have experience in health issues related to developmental trauma: fears, anxiety and panic attacks, hypervigilance, autoimmune, inflammation, leaky gut syndrome, food sensitivities, insomnia, and infertility.
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On this journey you will...
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Work through expectations and disappointment.
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Live out your priorities with intention to focus on what's most important.
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Look at all areas that affect your quality of life: mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health, nutrition, exercise, and relaxation.
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Learn to set clear boundaries
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Free yourself from the shame.
Central B.C. is home. Singing is something I love to do and am on the Worship team at my local church. I enjoy decorating and creating beautiful peaceful environments, dancing, hiking, biking, gardening, and a little golf. I love the ocean, and spending time with friends and family. Living a healthy lifestyle is important to me.
Here is a sneak peak into my Island life...
