Degrees: BSW, MSW
First Year Practice:
1981
Languages Served:
English,French
Clinical Specialties:
Acute/Chronic Physical Illness
Counselling/Therapy
Gender-Related Issues/Sexual Issues
Grief/Trauma/Loss
NonClinical Specialties:
Peer Supervision/Consultation
Age Groups Served:
Adolescents
Adults
Older Adults
Specialized Training:
With over 20 years of experience, Carmel has the knowledge and expertise to effectively address a broad range of problems and issues such as mood disorders, adjustment difficulties, bereavement/grief, trauma, marital and family dysfunctions. She is on several Employee and Family Assistance Program panels and thus can offer counselling services covered in benefit plans free of charge. Furthermore, because she is a member in good standing of the Ontario College of Social Workers, many insurance companies will cover a significant portion of the costs for services. Carmel works with the highest standards and ethics, creating an atmosphere of serenity to work with you towards recovery, resolution and personal goals.
Personal Statement:
I am thrilled to have the opportunity to help people find peace of mind by addressing issues that cause them distress, confusion, worry and stress. Once the challenge of identifying the most important or pressing concern is undertaken, we will focus on setting attainable goals, deciding which strategies will make a positive difference and how we will measure your success. Rest assured that you are in charge every step of the way and if you are seriously considering professional counselling you are already starting the process of change. My mission is to help, with the best of my knowledge and skills, clients who are committed to working towards their goals and to improve their situation. My strategies are to use active listening and emotional support to reframe concepts, challenge thoughts, help uncover distorted core beliefs and develop more realistic perspectives which will lead to feeling better and choosing more appropriate behaviours and/or positive circumstances and outcomes.
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