Modalities and Continued Learning
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Modalities are the methods used to explore our therapeutic work together. In my practice I find it helpful to use a mix of methods in order to build a plan that best suits your goals and needs. You do not need to have any prior understanding or experience with these modalities.
Narrative therapy
Parts work (Internal Family Systems informed)
Polyvagal theory
Trauma focused CBT for children and youth
Emotion focused therapy
Attachment theory
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
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These are some examples of the frameworks I use when implementing methods of care. You do not need to have any previous understanding or experience with these orientations.
Indigenous centered knowledges
Queer & Trans centered knowledge
Somatic informed
Disability Justice focused
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Decolonized Approaches to Attachment Theory, facilitated by Linda Thai, April-June 2025
Bottom Up Strategies for Working at the Intersection of Trauma and Neurodivergence, facilitated by Linda Thai, November 2024
Narrative Therapy for Depression- April 2024, facilitated by Angel Yuen
Somatic Experiencing Certificate September 2023- December 2023 facilitated by Linda Thai
The Art of Healing, Trauma Training- October 2023 facilitated by Arrole Lawrence
How To Process Your Emotions, Therapy in a Nutshell, Emma McAdam, 2022.
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Youth, Medical University of South Carolina, June 2021
Narrative Therapy, Dulwich Centre, May 2021
De-escalating Violent Situations, September 2018
SafeTALK, September 2018
Mental Health First Aid Training, Mental Health Commission of Canada July 2018
Building Resilience in Children Who Have Experienced Trauma Training, Barbara Ward, MSW, RSW, PhD February 2018
Defusing Anger and Hostility, Canadian Training Institute, March 2015
Professional Boundaries Training, Tara McGee, March 2015
Certificate in speaking to children and youth about death, dying and grief, Andrea Warnick, 2014
Service Booking and Accountability Commitment
Booking and Cancellation Agreement
My practice hours are available by appointment only. Sessions are offered at 60 minutes length, and are $180 dollars per session. I offer a limited number of sliding scale placements. I am registered with the NIHB mental health counselling program for clients eligible for this service. Discussions on appointment times and the fee for service are a part of the free 20 minute introductory call. More information regarding the fees and payments are available in the client intake forms upon registration for client services.
Please note that all appointments require 48 hours notice for reschedule or cancellation. Missed appointments, or appointments cancelled less than 48 hours before the appointment will be subject to full fee payment. Client’s will receive a notification of their appointment 48 hours prior, as well as day of.
My Accountability Commitment
As a practitioner I am aware of my culpability for harm. I honour the lived experiences, wisdom, diverse identities, and cultures of the clients I have the privilege of collaborating with. As a part of my accountability in the privilege of our work together, I have retained Clinical Supervisor Sly Sarkisova, MSW, RSW, to oversee my practice professionally and clinically. In addition, I am transparent about my personal healing journey and take care to attend to my own mental wellness needs. By attending my own therapy, practicing meditation, physical movement, intuitive eating, and continually evaluating and scaling my practice to my own needs and capacity, I am able to provide care that is as safe as possible. I endeavor to work with you to create openness to uncover and address any disagreements, conflicts, missteps, or potential for harm in our work together.
Clinical Supervisor Contact:
Sly Sarkisova, MSW, RSW, Psychotherapy & Clinical Supervision
Toronto Therapist Specializing in Mental Health, Addiction, Trauma and LGBTQ+ Therapy - Sly Sarkisova
Contact: www.slysarkisovacounselling.com