Hi, I'm Sabrina.
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ADHD, Autism, AuDHD
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Stress & Burnout​
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Spirituality & Spiritual Trauma
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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Grief & Loss​
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Trauma
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Child, Youth & Family
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Life Transitions
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Anxiety & Depression
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Attachment
Areas of Focus
I work with individuals & families to navigate a wide range of mental health challenges, seeking emotional wellness, who are feeling stuck, struggling in relationships, exploring their sense of self or needing some clarity as they navigate life transitions.
​As a Registered Early Childhood Educator and past child & youth worker, I am particularly passionate about working with children, families and youth navigate the world and become who they’ve always been destined to be.
Sabrina Popernitsch (MA, RP)
(she/her)
I believe that all people are valuable, worthy and deserve empathy and a safe space to explore who they are and who they want to be. I am a fellow traveller with my own lived mental health experience and as such, I take it as an absolutely privilege to make space for other peoples journeys. ​​​​​
Availability:
Tuesday 9am - 1pm (in person/virtual)
Thursday 2pm - 7pm (in person/virtual)
Additional virtual availability throughout the week.
Approach to Therapy
Main Modalities:
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Narrative Therapy
Attachment Theory
I have years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults with their mental health. I understand the complex dynamics of mental health challenges and the interconnectedness of individual well-being within a holistic model. My approach integrates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and trauma-informed practices tailored to each client’s unique needs.
I utilize a holistic and emotion focussed approach, and I value building trust, promoting self-awareness, and celebrating each client’s progress. Whether working individually or with families, I am committed to helping clients build meaningful, fulfilling lives by understanding the root cause of their present day concerns.
Education + Professional Development
I-CBT Training for OCD, (OCD Training School, 2025)
Reiki Level 1 & 2, (2025)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (Holbeck College, 2024)
IFS Practitioner Training, (Saskia Kalwineck, 2024)
CBT Practitioner Training, (Academy of Modern Applied Psychology, 2024)
Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD Consultation and Certification - 4 Day Course & 1 Year Consultation, (Dr Thea Gallagher, 2023)
Indigenous Canada Certification, (University of Alberta, 2023)​​​​​
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University, 2022​​​
Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Fanshawe College, 2018
Bachelor of Arts (Humanities & Thanatology), University of Western Ontario, 2016​​
“Power is my love when my love reaches to me"
- Hozier
On a personal note
I have 3 dogs named Teddy, Tilly and Mya, and a cat named Mittens. My husband and I spend most of our time checking out trails or enjoying some home time on the couch with our pack. In my spare time, I love to nap, listen to podcasts and share space with our friends who are like family.
