She obtained a B.Sc. in psychology from McGill University and a Ph.D. in psychology from Carleton University. She was awarded the prestigious Medical Research Council studentship award to conduct research in the treatment of eating disorders. Her clinical training was completed at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, The Ottawa Hospital, and The Douglas Hospital in Montreal within the departments of psychiatry and specialized eating disorder, perinatal, and stress management clinics. Upon receipt of her registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario, she launched a private practice providing psychological services to those with eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.