Nice to meet you
ABOUT ME
I'm Caroline and I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities. With a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto and over two decades of experience, I have refined my skills in various areas of Mental Health, therapy, advocacy and community development.
Background and Expertise: Throughout my career, I have contributed to the well-being of diverse communities through my work in a range of community-based settings. My practice is grounded in a strength-based perspective, which underscores the unique strengths and capacities that each individual possesses. This philosophy has led me to tailor my approaches and modalities to the specific needs of each client, fostering an environment of trust, empathy, and empowerment.
Strengths and Approaches: I firmly believe in the transformative power of human connection and the capacity for individuals to overcome adversity. My commitment to advocacy, policy development, and community engagement further fuels my desire to effect positive change on both individual and systemic levels. Together, we can navigate the complexities of life, fostering resilience, self-discovery, and lasting well-being.
Specialization in Anxiety, Trauma and Neurodiversity: At the heart of my practice lies a specialized focus on Anxiety, Trauma and Neurodiverse diagnoses across all age groups. Whether working with children, youth, or adults, I bring a personalized touch to therapy sessions, facilitating the journey towards healing and growth. My dedication to empowering individuals to cope and thrive has led me to offer support on an individual, couple, or family basis, adapting to the dynamics of each unique situation.
Commitment to Holistic Care: I believe that true healing encompasses not only addressing Mental Health but also fostering strong interpersonal relationships. Whether working with individuals, couples, or families, my goal is to create a holistic framework that promotes emotional well-being and interpersonal harmony.
Let's Connect: Whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Trauma, Neurodiverse challenges, or simply seeking to enhance your overall well-being, I am here to guide and support you on your journey.
Areas of need I support:
Depression
Anxiety
Post partum
Perinatal and Child loss/grief
PTSD/Complex PTSD
Medical Trauma/Systems Trauma
Grief and loss
Learning disabilities
ASD
ADHD
FASD
Parenting support
Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
System navigation/Service planning
Divorce and Separation
Intimate partner violence
My Therapeutic Approach
EXPERIENCE
Trauma Informed care
Trauma informed care is a research informed approach to support a person's capacity to move through challenging experiences without re-traumatizaiton.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
In Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), the focus is on what people think rather than what they do. Replacing old thinking patterns and habits can transform our lived experiences.
Attachement Based Psychothreapy
Attachment-based therapy is an approach that specifically targets those thoughts, feelings, communications, behaviors, and interpersonal exchanges that have been learned because of early attachment experiences.
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Internal family systems is an evidence based approach to psychotherapy whereby mutilple family systems are identified and integrated into individual's perception of themselves.
Psychoanalysis
In Psychoanalysis, we focus on changing targeted behaviors by understanding the unconscious meanings and motivations behind them.
Solution Focused Therapy
Solution-focused therapy is a goal-directed collaborative approach to psychotherapeutic change that is conducted through direct observation of clients' response
Mindful practices
Mindfulness is the practice of purposely bringing one's attention to the present-moment experience.
Dialectical Behaviour therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a structured program of psychotherapy with a strong educational component designed to provide skills for managing intense emotions and negotiating social relationships.
Our office
6212 Main Street, Suite 202
Stouffville, ON, Canada
Contact
info@exhalementalhealth.com
Call: 905 591 4969