*** Katie currently has a waiting list***
Individual counselling sessions with an MSW intern are offered at a reduced rate of $75 per 50-minute session. A limited number of spots are available at a sliding scale or “pay what you can” rate that can be negotiated during your free 15-minute consultation appointment.
**Receipts are issued with both Katie’s credentials and Mindy’s credentials, as supervisor and should be accepted by all extended benefits that cover services offered by a Registered Social Worker.**
Katie Thomas
Registered Social Worker
MSW Intern
Education:
Master of Social Work, Dalhousie University (in progress)
Bachelor of Social Work, York University (2003)
Bachelor of Arts (Sociology), Dalhousie University (2001)
Professional Memberships & Registrations:
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (2022)
Ontario Association of Social Workers (2022)
About Katie
Who am I as a therapist?
Over the past 19 years, I have been working both in the UK and Canada in the area of family and children’s services, where I have had the privilege of building trusting relationships and working collaboratively with individuals and families. In this role, I have gained significant experience in supporting clients struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, depression, anger, attachment disruption, trauma and family related difficulties. I have had the opportunity to engage with them in supportive counselling and advocacy, along with evidence-based therapeutic approaches, which have included mindfulness techniques and solution-focused brief therapy, all while focusing on family and individual strengths and resourcefulness.
I truly believe that life is precious and my focus, while working from a strength-based and trauma-informed perspective, has been to increase family and individual functioning, despite the challenges that life brings. Most recently, I’ve added EMDR training to my therapeutic approach.
I understand how scary it can be to take the first step and reach out for help. My goal is to provide a calm and safe space where I can really get to know you. My approach is supportive and non-judgemental. I will meet you where you are at with your goals. My hope is that we can work together as you navigate your personal growth and achieve a greater sense of peace and well-being.
Who am I as a person?
Katie’s Office Hours
Monday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Tuesday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Thursday 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm
**Appointments with Katie can be requested by sending an email to msbcounselling.intern@gmail.com **