My Approach
I value our relationship and understand how important our connection is to accomplishing your goals. I partner with you to create a non-judgmental and safe space where you come face to face with the deep and intimate challenges that you are faced with. Together, we can access the power of faith, strength, wisdom and endurance to navigate your pain and obtain the transformational treasures that lie within the darkest moments of your life. With over 10 years of working with diverse communities, I am a compassionate, client-centered clinical social worker with a genuine interest in your story. I am dedicated to assisting you to identify achievable goals in accordance with your needs. My unique approach informs a work plan that is designed for your specific needs and accomplished through a relationship that is built on truth, transparency, mutual respect, and a strong sense of connection.
Specialization
With extensive experience in the mental health and human services field, I can confidently say that I truly enjoy working with children, youth, individuals, couples and families. Amongst others, I primarily work from a Strength-Based, Narrative, Solutioned Focused and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) approach. My specialties include anxiety, depression, areas of abuse (emotional, psychological, physical, and sexual abuse), addictions, anger management, bereavement and loss, stress, relationships and trauma.
Education and Trainings
- I obtained my Social Services diploma from Sheridan college
- I also have a Bachelor of Social Work degree at Laurentian University
- I have a Master's of Social Worker Degree
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I am Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and have undergone various training including;
• Co-creating safety: Healing the Fragile Patient
• Anti-Black Racism training
• Supporting the resilience of black men: Culturally affirming and responsive approaches to Engagement, Treatment, and recovery training
• Anti-Oppression and cultural sensitivity training
• Understanding and responding to the needs of children
• Human trafficking and supporting youth and families training
• CBT Made Simple: Incorporate CBT into your practice: How to work with behaviours that maintain anxiety and depression
• Attachment Theory: An Indispensable Tool for Psychotherapists
• ISTDP and attachment to God
