Audra: Trauma Specialist and Kintsugi-Inspired Clinician in Calgary

Discover Audra’s approach to trauma, emotional dysregulation, and behavioral change. With dual Master’s degrees and expertise in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Audra offers Calgary clients a compassionate, skills-based path to repair and resilience.

Meet Audra: Skilled Guide for Trauma Recovery in Calgary

Audra brings a depth of clinical knowledge and a uniquely restorative philosophy to Broken Gold Counseling. With dual Master’s degrees in Social Work and Counseling Psychology, she specializes in helping adults and adolescents navigate trauma, emotional dysregulation, and complex mood disorders. Audra is known for integrating the Japanese art of Kintsugi—repairing what is broken with gold—into her therapeutic process. This approach empowers clients to see their struggles as opportunities for growth, not shame. By using evidence-based modalities like Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), CBT, and DBT, Audra offers measurable, skills-focused support. Her work is grounded in the belief that transformation is possible for every client, and she strives to provide a collaborative, practical, and compassionate partnership throughout the healing journey. Located in Calgary's Chaparral Valley, Audra is committed to serving the city and surrounding areas with a therapy model that values both emotional resonance and clinical rigor.

Clinical Expertise

Audra’s Approach: Evidence-Based Trauma Therapy and ART

Audra’s practice is defined by a commitment to behavioral change, skill building, and rapid trauma resolution. As a Registered Clinical Social Worker with dual Master’s qualifications, she brings over a decade of experience to her role at Broken Gold Counseling. Audra specializes in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), a protocol that helps clients process traumatic memories without the need to verbally recount painful events. This method is especially valuable for trauma survivors who struggle with traditional talk therapy. In addition to ART, Audra incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her sessions, providing clients with actionable tools to manage anxiety, depression, PTSD, and emotional dysregulation. Her sessions are structured, goal-oriented, and always grounded in the Kintsugi philosophy: every “crack” is a chance to create something stronger and more beautiful.

Philosophy & Values

The Kintsugi Framework: Audra’s Guiding Philosophy

Audra’s therapeutic style is rooted in the Kintsugi metaphor, reflecting Broken Gold Counseling’s core mission. She believes that healing is not about erasing the past, but about integrating it—repairing wounds with the 'gold' of new skills, insight, and resilience. For Audra, therapy is a collaborative process: she works alongside clients to identify strengths, set concrete goals, and build practical skills that translate into everyday life. Her approach is both compassionate and direct, offering support while holding clients accountable for their own growth. Audra is especially attuned to the needs of trauma survivors, neurodiverse adults, and those seeking a more actionable, results-driven approach to mental health. By reframing challenges as opportunities for valuable repair, she helps clients move from feeling broken to living with authenticity and strength. Serving Calgary and neighboring communities, Audra’s sessions embody the belief that every story can be made beautiful.