Ayla Visser, M.Sc., MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist
Hiseler, Kelly, & Associates
201 George Street North, Suite 304
Peterborough, K9J3G7
(705) 740-0999
Email: avisser@hiselerkelly.com
Web Site: www.hiselerkelly.com
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Degrees: Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Sociocultural Anthropology, Master of Science in Family Relations & Human Development,
Master of Social Work
First Year Practice:
2017
Languages Served:
English
Clinical Specialties:
Abuse/Violence/Anger Management
Counselling/Therapy
Grief/Trauma/Loss
Mental Health/Addictions
NonClinical Specialties:
Peer Supervision/Consultation
Program Planning/Development
Research
Conducting Workshops/Seminars
Age Groups Served:
Children
Adolescents
Adults
Specialized Training:
N/A
Personal Statement:
I am a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) as well as the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). I am experienced in providing treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups experiencing a range of clinical issues including anxiety, depression and mood disorders, relationship difficulties, stress management, parenting concerns, grief, and trauma. My areas of expertise include the treatment of psychological trauma including PTSD, childhood abuse, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault; child and adolescent mental health; and couple and family relationships.
I draw upon a range of evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Attachment Focused Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples and Families. I am also trained in providing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) for the treatment of Simple and Complex PTSD, as well as for Veterans and First Responders.
I believe in the importance of authenticity, empathy, and compassion in my work. I take a client-centered, resiliency-based, and trauma-informed approach, working collaboratively with clients to reach their identified goals, gain insight into the factors that have contributed to their current difficulties, and achieve a sense of agency in their lives and relationships.
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