Many social workers provide clinical counselling services. Social work prides itself on evidence-based practice that focuses on the client and how that person functions in their environment. To quote the Canadian Association of Social Work website (https://www.casw-acts.ca/en/what-social-work):
"Social work focuses on the person within their environment and recognizes the importance of family, community, culture, legal, social, spiritual, and economic influences that impact the well-being of individuals, families, groups, and communities. Social work applies a strengths-based perspective and views individual, families, and communities as resourceful, resilient, and having capacity.
Social work practice responds to needs of individuals, families, groups, and communities and addresses barriers and injustices in organizations and society. Social work focuses on improving health and social well-being using the social determinants of health framework when delivering services, navigating systems, and advocating for equitable access to and improvement of the multiple dimensions that impact health and well-being.
Social work engages people and communities to address life challenges and traumatic events, to create change, and build resiliency. Social work also collaborates with other professionals, communities, and organizations to provide services, improve conditions, and create opportunities for growth, recovery, and personal development."
In addition, Registered Social Workers providing clinical services are authorized under the Income Tax Act as Medical Practitioners for the purpose of claiming medical expenses on your income tax return. Speak to a tax specialist for more information. (https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/lines-33099-33199-eligible-medical-expenses-you-claim-on-your-tax-return/authorized-medical-practitioners-purposes-medical-expense-tax-credit.html)
Finding the right counsellor for you is key to effective therapy. Please take advantage of the free 20-minute phone consultation so that you can hear about my experience and perspective on how we should approach counselling to ensure counselling with me is a right fit.
My preference for counselling sessions is in person. However, with busy schedules, barriers due to distance, and individual preferences, we are fortunate to be able to connect online or via telephone rather than in-person.
Thank-you for inquiring at JMB Counselling Services. I am a Registered Social Worker with education in psychology and social work. I have 20 years experience in this industry where I have worked in non-profit, government and private sectors and I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds. It is my hope that counselling can be a positive experience that fosters personal growth and development and I strive to create a comfortable, safe space. If there is anything that I can do to accommodate any preferences, please discuss this with me and I will do all that I can.
I work from a strength-based perspective and am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. I am currently in training to learn to effectively apply the Gottman Method with couples. I work mainly with adults but will work with some youth depending on their needs. I have experience with Crisis Management, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Grief and Loss, Addictions, Mental Health, and managing stress.
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