Diplômes: BA, MSW, RSW
Première année d'exercice:
2006
Langues de travail:
Anglais
Spécialisations cliniques:
Counseling/Thérapie
Deuil/Évén. traumat./Perte
Santé mentale/Toxicomanie
Spécialisations non cliniques:
Consultation/Facilitation sociale
Supervision/Consultation de pairs
Ateliers /Séminaires
Groupes d'âge desservis:
Adolescents
Adultes
personnes âgées
Formation spécialisée:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Level I & II from McMaster University, Hamilton ON. Clinical experience in the treatment of depression, generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, panic,obsessions/compulsions, addiction, and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
- Dual Diploma in Addiction Studies, McMaster University, Hamilton ON. Clinical experience with assessment (Standardized Assessment Tools) referrals (in-patient) and best practice treatment protocol (e.g., CBT, Motivational Interviewing, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention);
- Concurrent Disorders (having both a substance use and mental health disorder) - numerous training programs and seminars with the leading experts in the field. Clinical experience utilizing best practice integrated treatment (e.g., Stage Wise). Examples include individuals with a concurrent disorder of depression and alcohol dependence, schizophrenia and cannabis dependence, and bipolar disorder and alcohol dependence. For more information on the specialized services I offer, please visit my website.
Déclaration personnelle:
My professional values and goals towards therapy are - To understand you, your struggles and needs; To utilize my professional training and skills towards a positive outcome in respect to your goals/needs; and To honour our professional relationship with respect, dignity, and genuine care.
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