I am a Registered Social Worker with a passion for supporting the mental health of moms and partners during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. I am a mom to two boys, a wife, sister, daughter, and friend. Sometimes you could even call me a chef, plumber, maid, problem solver, finder of all things, entertainer, chauffer; the list goes on. As a mom, I wear many hats throughout the day and am always (mostly) ready to face any challenge that quite literally may be thrown at me. Toddlers, am I right? It is through my professional experience as a Social Worker and my personal experience as a mom that Rooted Thistle Counselling was born.  

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When I had my first child I put a lot of pressure on myself to do things perfectly. It took me a while to understand that motherhood is not perfect and that uncontrollable things will inevitably come up. I had to learn new ways to show myself compassion and work through challenges as they came up. As moms we are often told to put everyone else’s needs ahead of our own, to keep going even when we are depleted, and to rarely ask for help. It is this type of thinking that prevents moms from being able to get the support they need when they need it. I believe all moms and partners are worthy of support, recognition, community, and health. I see you, I see your struggle, and I want to be there with you while you work toward rediscovering yourself.  

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Qualifications:  

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• Master of Social Work-Wilfrid Laurier University 

• Bachelor of Social Work- University of Waterloo 

• Honours Bachelor of Arts in Social Development Studies- University of Waterloo 

• Maternal Mental Health Certificate- PSI

• Certificate in Studies of Child Abuse- University of Waterloo 

• Diploma in General Studies of Social Work- University of Waterloo 

• Addictions Certificate- Wilfrid Laurier University 

• Registered Social Worker in Good Standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers  

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Work Experience:

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I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health agencies, schools, counselling services, and the criminal justice system as a Social Worker. I am experienced in supporting people living with moderate to severe mental health diagnoses or symptoms, addictions, and other disabilities that present challenges in daily functioning. My strong skills in the areas of individual counselling, goal setting, symptom management, crisis intervention, and assessment provide me with the tools needed to support people, like you, in achieving their goals.  

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