My name is Jeremy, and my work as an IFS-informed life coach grew out of my own struggle with addiction. For years I felt lost, ashamed, and stuck in patterns I couldn’t seem to break, no matter how hard I tried. That experience is why I care so deeply about the people I work with today.
In my healing process I found Internal Family Systems (IFS), and it completely changed how I understood myself. Instead of seeing myself as “broken,” I began to recognize different parts of me that were working hard to protect me from pain. Gabor Maté’s words, “The question is not why the addiction, but why the pain,” became a guiding principle in my recovery.
Through IFS-informed therapy and coaching, I learned to relate to my inner world with curiosity and compassion instead of judgment and shame. That journey led me to become an IFS life coach focused on addiction recovery, so I can offer others the same kind of safe, non-shaming space that helped me begin living a more Self-led life.
Why Choose Me
Lived Experience,not just theory.
I've walked my own path with addiction, so I'm not viewing you from a distance. That helps me meet you with compassion instead of judgement.
IFS-informed, non-shaming approach
I don't label you as "the problem". Instead, we get curious about the parts of you that turn to addiction to cope, and we work with them rather than fighting them.
Collaborative,
client-led process
I don't tell you how to live your life. We set goals together, move at a pace that feels manageable, and adjust as your needs evolve.
What to Expect
Like many obstacles in life, our addictive behaviours can seem like insurmountable barriers to living a happy, peaceful, and fulfilling life. It may feel as though you will never escape these behaviours, as if it is a life sentence. But there is hope through work with me as your life coach. My approach is centred on compassion and curiosity towards you, my client. I provide a brave space where you can digest, integrate, and accept every part of yourself. Together, we will explore and understand your inner world, leading to true and lasting change. The outcome will foster greater awareness, acceptance, and compassion for yourself, leading to more harmonious relationships, both internally and externally.
Next Steps
As someone deeply invested in long-lasting healing, I’m always exploring approaches that may better support my clients. Along with Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychedelics are emerging as a promising complement for exploring the internal world. Research is growing on the use of substances like MDMA and ketamine in helping people work with deep-seated pain and addictive behaviours. I do not currently offer psychedelic-assisted sessions or prescribe or provide any substances. At this stage, my work with clients is coaching-only. However, I’m committed to staying informed about the research and, where appropriate in the future, integrating these findings ethically and safely within my scope of practice. My long-term goal is to offer a holistic and innovative approach to addiction recovery that is grounded in compassion, evidence, and client safety.
Training and Credentials
My IFS training was completed through the Internal Family Systems Counselling Association (IFSCA) in 2023, including: - A four-month course on the fundamentals of Internal Family Systems - An advanced weekend training in 2022 building on those foundations In addition: - I completed my life coach training through Canada Coach Academy in 2022 - I’ve held accreditation from the International Coaching Federation (ICF) since 2023 I’m committed to ongoing learning so my clients receive the best possible support, tailored to their unique journey with addiction and recovery.
Location
I live and work in Chilliwack, B.C., on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Stó:lō Coast Salish peoples. I honour their enduring connection to this land and see this acknowledgement as one small step toward reconciliation. Chilliwack’s mountains, rivers, and forests are a big part of my own grounding and healing. The natural environment here supports my holistic approach to coaching, offering a setting that invites reflection, calm, and connection, for me and for the people I work with.
