Cindy is an adoptive mom to three incredible humans who joined her family through foster care. Through her parenting journey, she has gained valuable awareness, insight, and strategies for navigating the impacts of brain-based vulnerabilities, including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), as well as trauma, loss, and grief. She understands the complexities and challenges of parenting and continues to cultivate greater compassion for herself along the way.

Professionally, Cindy practices Occupational Therapy and is in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She supports caregivers and parents through our Aggression towards Family/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence (AFCCA) family support program. Using the Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) therapeutic approach, she comes alongside families to help them resist the impact of challenging behaviours while working towards greater safety, connection, and well-being.

Cindy also practices Occupational Therapy in a private pediatric clinic, where she strives to connect through a neuro-affirming, sensory-sensitive, and trauma-informed approach.