BCACC Registered Clinical Counsellor |
Master of Counselling, City University in Canada |
EMDR Therapist
Dionne is a person-centred practitioner utilizing cognitive behavioural therapy, narrative therapy, play therapy, expressive arts, and experiential techniques.
Dionne specializes in stress and burnout, family and relationship dynamics, attachment challenges, mood and adjustment difficulties, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. When appropriate, she incorporates psychoeducation and solution-focused behavioural ‘experiments’ that are practical and accessible to neurodivergent youth and families.
As an immigrant from the Philippines, Dionne deeply understands the challenges of navigating cultural differences and the universal need for acceptance and belonging. Dionne brings an open and welcoming approach to every therapeutic relationship, creating safe and affirmative spaces where individuals can truly feel that they matter, belong, and are accepted for who they are.
Dionne speaks fluent English, Tagalog, and Cebuano/ Bisaya. In her free time, she enjoys going for walks in the neighbourhood, playing board games, watching movies, reading books, catching up with friends, and exploring new places with her son and husband.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
International Behavior Analyst
RASP-A
Certified Sibshop Facilitator
Daniela has worked with neurodivergent toddlers, children, and teens since 2013. She has a master’s degree in Special Education from The University of British Columbia. Daniela is a registered autism service provider (Category A) in B.C., a board-certified behavior analyst (to provide services in North America), an international behavior analyst (to provide services outside North America), and a certified Sibshop facilitator.
Daniela is passionate about promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) instruction by incorporating the interests + strengths of neurodivergent individuals to learn essential STEM skills. Daniela strives to help neurodivergent individuals discover their passions within STEM, which may potentially lead to a vocation that they will enjoy and find meaning in pursuing.
Daniela is also passionate about providing support to the whole family, particularly, supporting siblings and fostering positive sibling relationships. Daniela believes that supporting siblings is just as important as supporting neurodivergent individuals and their parents.
Daniela identifies as neurodivergent, herself, having ADHD.
