Events & Speaking Engagements

I’m not just a therapist. I’m also a speaker, educator, and active community member, especially within the worlds of ethical non-monogamy, relationship diversity, and the electronic music culture I’ve been part of for over two decades.

My work centers on a concept I developed in 2023 called Ethical Love, a values-based, conscious approach to relationships across diverse structures and identities. At the heart of this work is the REACH framework: Respect. Evolution. Autonomy. Communication. Honesty. These five principles guide my workshops, public talks, and therapeutic education sessions throughout Toronto and beyond.

Core Themes:

I offer engaging, therapeutic presentations and educational events on:

• Ethical non-monogamy (polyamory, open relationships, swinging)

• Love and connection through the lens of identity, stigma, and societal norms

• Ancient Greek concepts of love, reimagined through modern relational boundaries.

• Relationship diversity and de-stigmatization

• Integrative healing and self-reclamation

• Mental wellness through dance, music, and community, especially in outdoor and rave-based settings

Shadow Culture & Mental Health Advocacy:

As a mental health advocate immersed in what I call shadow culture, I see these after-dark and alternative spaces not as escapes but as sanctuaries where authenticity, creativity, and connection thrive. Within the vibrant worlds of rave, nightlife, and other expressive communities, music becomes medicine, movement becomes meaning, and connection becomes a form of collective healing. These are not just events; they are rituals of release, resistance, and reclamation.

My work in these spaces bridges psychology and culture. Through presentations such as From Monogamy to Polyamory: Exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy (Oasis Aqualounge, 2023 & 2024) and The Boundless Nature of Love: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Principles (Oasis Online Broadcast, 2024), I have brought conversations about love, identity, and inclusivity into communities that value openness, embodiment, and self-understanding.

I have been invited to return to the Oasis Aqualounge online platform on November 13, 2025, for my fourth collaboration, presenting Shadow Desire: The Psychology of Attraction, Authenticity, and Ethical Love, a psychoeducational exploration of Jung’s shadow, desire, and ethical non-monogamy. This session will invite participants to explore how our hidden aspects influence attraction, intimacy, and the ways we express love. Through the lens of psychological integration and ethical connection, we will explore how embracing the shadow self can deepen authenticity and transform how we relate to others and ourselves.

In May 2025, I co-hosted Make It Funky in Toronto, an event where mental health met the dance floor in a celebration of joy, awareness, and embodied care. When I returned in October 2025 as host, I focused on cultivating an inclusive and welcoming environment that kept the energy fun, the music soulful, and the dance community connected and healthy. That same month, I co-facilitated the Free Wellness Community Day at the Women’s Health Collaborative, collaborating with sound healing and breathwork practitioners to offer a grounding, integrative experience of accessible mental wellness.

As an active member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), I continue to engage in professional development and advocacy at national conferences in PEI (2024) and Calgary (2025). These experiences have deepened my commitment to fostering inclusivity, cultural awareness, and mental health dialogue in both clinical and community-based settings.

Through all of these experiences, my advocacy reflects a core belief: healing begins when we feel seen, safe, and free to be our whole selves. Whether on the dance floor, in community spaces, or within the therapy room, I continue to champion mental wellness as a living, breathing practice rooted in sound, connection, and shared humanity.

Recent & Upcoming Appearances:

• From Monogamy to Polyamory: Exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy
  Oasis Aqualounge – In-Person, Toronto (2023) & Online Broadcast from California (2024)
  An educational and experiential exploration of relational diversity, boundaries, and communication within ethical non-monogamy.

• The Boundless Nature of Love: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Principles
  Oasis Online Broadcast (2024)
  A presentation blending ancient Greek concepts of love with modern relationship psychology, exploring how values like respect, evolution, autonomy, communication, and honesty form the foundation of ethical connection.

• Shadow Desire: The Psychology of Attraction, Authenticity, and Ethical Love
  Oasis Online Broadcast (November 13, 2025)
  A psychoeducational exploration of Jung’s shadow, desire, and ethical non-monogamy. This interactive presentation examines how embracing our hidden aspects can deepen authenticity, transform intimacy, and inspire ethical forms of love and self-expression.

• CCPA Conference – PEI (2024) & Calgary (2025)
  Attended as a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, engaging in lectures, networking, and professional development while embracing the culture of each host city.

• Make It Funky – Co-Host, Toronto (May 2025)
  An event celebrating music, connection, and mental health in the rave community, where mental health met the dance floor in a night of embodied joy and awareness.

• Free Wellness Community Day – Co-Facilitator, Toronto (October 2025)
  A community wellness event presented by the Women’s Health Collaborative. Originally planned outdoors, the session was moved into a beautifully ambient indoor space due to the weather, creating an intimate and grounding atmosphere. I co-facilitated alongside sound healing and breathwork practitioners, offering integrative support rooted in connection, embodiment, and accessible mental wellness.

• Make It Funky – Host, Toronto (October 2025)
  Created a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants, keeping the vibes fun, the energy high, and the dance community healthy

Booking & Collaborations:

I’m currently booking speaking engagements, panel collaborations, and workshop facilitation opportunities. My speaking style blends clinical insight, lived experience, and cultural fluency, creating real-world relevance for audiences looking to grow, heal, and connect.

📍 Based in Toronto, Canada | Available for in-person and virtual events.
Interested in collaborating?
Let’s build something bold, honest, and deeply human.
📧 brittany@bellelove.ca