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About Me.
I am a social work clinician and mom of 3 with extensive experience supporting adults, children, youth, and families through life’s most complex and sensitive challenges. With a background in adult and children’s mental health, I bring a compassionate, practical, and evidence-informed approach to my work. My practice is grounded in a deep respect for each person's lived experience and the belief that meaningful change is possible when people feel seen, heard, and supported.
I’ve had the opportunity to live and work in Israel, Finland, Sweden, and Ireland. These international experiences have enriched my perspective and shaped my ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Working across diverse cultures has taught me to approach every individual and family with cultural humility and curiosity.
Whether I’m helping families navigate high-conflict dynamics, supporting children in finding their voice, or walking alongside individuals seeking clarity and healing, my goal is always the same: to create a safe and collaborative space for growth. I’m here to do something different with you—something grounded, respectful, and tailored to your needs.
Curriculum Vitae
Private Practice, Vaughan, 2021- Present​
​​Crescent School, Toronto, August 2021 – June 2024​​
Strides Toronto, Child and Family Counselling​, Sept. 2018 – Aug. 2021​​​​
International School of Helsingborg, Helsingborg Sweden, Sept.-December 2016 ​
DanEl, Tel Aviv, Israel, 2015
Jewish Family and Child, Clinical Social Work Toronto, Feb. 2009 – Dec. 2015​​
Bartimaeus Inc., Oct. 2008 – July 2009​​
The Children’s Aid Society of Toronto Feb. – Oct. 2008​Children’s Aid Society of Haldimand and Norfolk Oct. 2006 – Feb. 2008
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EDUCATION
Master of Social Work, Ryerson University; Sept. 2011- Aug. 2012
Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Social Work, McMaster University; Sept. 2002- Apr. 2006
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Bachelor of Arts, Labour Studies
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Recipient of the McMaster Social Science Honours Award, 2003
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CERTIFICATES
2 Day Intensive Anger Management Certification Training, 2023
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Mindfulness based tools for impulse control, reduced emotional reactivity
Mental Health First Aid Certificate, 2022​
ASSIST Suicide prevention training and Certificate 2019
Facing Your Fears Facilitator, (anxiety program for children and parents) 2019​
Caring Dads Program, 2019
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Certified group facilitator for fathers who have been violent
Working with Families and Children Certification, Mar. – June 2015​
Narrative Therapy Certification, Oct. 2013- May 2014
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TRAININGS
2 Day Intensive Course: Clinical Supervision: Providing Effective Supervision, Navigating Ethical Issues and Managing Risk 2025
Parent Child Contact Problem Training, Dr B Fidler, Dr S Polak, 2022
“Anti Black Racism Training for Clinicians”, York University 2019
ASSIST Suicide prevention training, 2019
OASW Trainings
“Privilege and Unconscious Bias” Certificate, 2021
"Trauma Stewardship: A Workshop on the Fundamentals of Trauma and Vicarious Trauma," 2021
"Standing up to Covid-19: Effective Stress-Inoculation and Resiliency-Enhancing Strategies," 2020
“Working with Self-Injuring and Suicidal Adolescents: A Collaborative Strengths- Based Family Therapy Approach,” 2020
Sick Kids Center for Community Mental Health
“Creative CBT interventions for children with anxiety,” 2022
“Favourite Therapeutic Interventions for Engaging Children and Teens in the First Session,” 2022
“Narrative Therapy & Restorative Justice Approaches for Working with Effects of Trauma & Abuse,” 2020
“Front-Line Workers Trauma Assessments,” 2010
“Getting Started: The Foundation of Your Narrative Practices,” 2007
“Brief and Narrative Practices with Adolescents: Challenges of Engagement and Direction,” 2007