About Ruby

Thanks for arriving here. I am a Registered Occupational Therapist, psychotherapist, meditation teacher, small business owner, mom of 2 kiddos + 1 canine, nature lover, very beginner guitarist, and aspiring book worm (currently reading: In Memoriam by Alice Winn, and The Body is Not An Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor).

I offer individual counselling in-person and online. My goal is to support you in your journey to developing self-understanding and self-trust, and help you to find ways to live your life fully, amidst all the ups and downs. I am continually engaged in mental health education and psychotherapy supervision, and it's my great honour to be let in to your world to offer support.

In my OT practice I also work with survivors of motor vehicle accidents to facilitate their mental, physical, and emotional recovery. In 2014 I founded Union Yoga + Wellness in Toronto, where I teach currently teach drop-in classes and courses in Meditation, and offer individual meditation coaching.

Training and Education

Master of Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto, 2013
Master of Psychiatry, McGill, 2010
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, McGill, 2008
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitation, University of Toronto & Centre for Mindfulness Studies
Certificate in Applied Mindfulness Meditation, University of Toronto
Multiple trainings in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Embodiment and Regulation, Emotion Focused Therapy, Relaxation Training, Anxiety Management, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma Informed Care.
ASSIST Suicide intervention training
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Toronto, 2011
Numerous additional Yoga trainings including Restorative Yoga, Trauma Informed Yoga, and more.

Meditation

I have had a formal meditation practice for over 10 years. It all started with this book (thanks, mom!).

As long time student of Buddhist meditation and psychology in the Theravada tradition, I attend regular silent retreats of 5 to 10 days to maintain and deepen my practice. I feel fortunate to have practiced and studied with renowned teachers including Joseph Goldstein, Kamala Masters, DaRa Williams, Pascal Auclair, Guy and Sally Armstrong, Darryl Lynn Ross, Jill Davey, and Dawn Mauricio.

In 2022 completed a 2-year Community Dharma Leader Mentorship program offered by True North Insight. I am currently participating in Spirit Rock Meditation Center's LEAP program (formerly Advanced Practioner's Program).

Professional Registrations

Registered in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT)
International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA)
Mindfulness Toronto

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About Ruby

Training and Education

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Master of Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto, 2013

Master of Psychiatry, McGill, 2010

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, McGill, 2008

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitation, University of Toronto & Centre for Mindfulness Studies

Certificate in Applied Mindfulness Meditation, University of Toronto

Multiple trainings in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Embodiment and Regulation, Emotion Focused Therapy, Relaxation Training, Anxiety Management, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma Informed Care.

ASSIST Suicide intervention training

200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Toronto, 2011

Numerous additional Yoga trainings including Restorative Yoga, Trauma Informed Yoga, and more.

Registered in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)

Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT)

International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA)

Mindfulness Toronto

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