Hi!

I'm Brenda.
I spent much of my 20s and 30s teaching English abroad, falling in love with travel, teaching,
and other cultures.
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Back in Canada, I've been teaching language and communication to internationally educated professionals in Toronto, as well as working in instructional design. Recently, my teaching has been focused on communication for mental health workers.
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The Communication for Counselling books address a gap I noticed: practical tools for supportive conversations in cross-cultural settings.
I like making helpful resources, and I hope these books empower your own counselling or communication journey.
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In my free time, I like taking walks, photography, creative projects, learning tech skills, and nature adventures with my husband.

I'm Emily.
Emily's introduction