Barbara is a Registered Social Worker with over 30 years of experience supporting adults through complex life experiences with care, respect, and integrity. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Manitoba and is registered in Manitoba, British Columbia, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.

At GFIT Wellness, Barbara offers counselling grounded in the connection between mental, emotional, and physical health. She practices from a trauma-informed, client-centred, and strengths-based approach, helping clients build self-awareness, regulate the nervous system, and develop sustainable patterns for well-being. Using evidence-based methods including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR-informed techniques, and mindfulness, Barbara works collaboratively with clients to create practical, personalized strategies that support balance, resilience, and long-term health.