She completed her Ph.D. at the University of Victoria and has worked in BC, Alberta, and Ontario. She has more than 15 years of experience with therapy and assessment of adults, including diagnosis, career, and disability management reports. Most recently, she has worked with clients with workplace difficulties, and she also has a background in human resources and as a senior manager in a large healthcare organization. Karina has specialised training in trauma, pain management, anxiety, depression, and in coping with life changes such as grief and relationship problems. She uses cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, acceptance and commitment and EMDR trauma counseling techniques. She is approachable and warm in working with her clients towards their treatment goals.