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Individuals, 13+

Pina has completed extensive training in CBT and practices from a CBT model with children and adolescents, as well as with adults across the age spectrum. Working from a culturally responsive base, she is privileged to work with Indigenous clients and is NIHB approved. Areas of focus include children and adolescents, chronic health conditions, and trauma. Along with her clinical practice, Pina is an Instructor in Laurier’s Continuing Education Program, she is a Field Supervisor working closely with Laurier’s BSW/MSW and MSW Indigenous Field of Study programs. She is a Peer Supervision Lead and believes strongly in a lifelong learning mindset that extends from academia to engaging lived experiences from the communities and people that surround you.

Outside of clinical practice, Pina is an avid believer in volunteerism and spends much of her free time providing support in a variety of forums to the Type 1 Diabetes community.

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Children (5+), Adolescents, Adults

Valerie Hopkins pursued post-secondary education graduating with a BA in Sociology; BSW Honours; BA in Child Social Institutions; and an MSW from the University of Western Ontario. Valerie has enjoyed working with First Nations and non-Indigenous clientele and communities. She has done one to one and group counselling with all age groups in a variety of areas including Domestic Violence; Addictions; Sexual Abuse; Historical Trauma; Court support. She especially enjoys working with children and youth. Valerie uses the medicine wheel for a holistic approach to address Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual needs.

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I am a Master’s level Social Worker specializing in the treatment of mental health issues for children, youth, individuals, and families. As a Registered Social Worker, I am a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers.

With over 25 years of clinical experience, I have provided comprehensive support across hospital, community, and private practice settings. My expertise includes assessment and treatment of a broad spectrum of mental health conditions, such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), borderline personality disorder (BPD), relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief, anger management, panic attacks, phobias, and self-esteem challenges.

My background includes hospital outpatient mental health therapy, emergency assessment of suicidal ideation and non-suicidal self-injury, as well as psycho-social assessments in hospital mental health unit.

My practice is grounded in evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I flexibly adapt these approaches to meet the unique needs of each client, integrating trauma-informed care and insights from past experiences to promote adaptive functioning and lasting growth.

I offer assessment and treatment services for children and adolescents experiencing emotional dysregulation, behavioral difficulties, mood disturbances, and anxiety-related concerns, collaborating closely with youth and their families to foster resilience and well-being. I am committed to supporting young people in crisis, including those experiencing suicidal ideation and self-harm, and work directly with parents to provide strategies that build emotional resilience in their children and teens.

I strive to be an empathetic, genuine therapist who holds unconditional positive regard for my clients. I recognize the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance and place great emphasis on building a trusting and collaborative relationship from the outset. My approach is characterized by warmth, compassion, and non-judgment, creating a safe and respectful space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to explore and process distressing emotions.

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Adolescents and Adults

Sue is an accomplished psychotherapist with a Master of Social Work and Education from the University of Toronto. With specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), including Enhanced CBT for insomnia, trauma and women’s reproductive health, she offers a comprehensive approach to mental well-being. Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and skilled in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Sue integrates DBT, narrative therapy, and trauma-informed practices to provide effective support tailored to individual needs.

Her areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, and issues related to birth, loss, menopause, and psychosis. She is passionate about helping women navigate their reproductive lifespan, fostering resilience and empowerment in their journeys. In addition to individual therapy, Sue works with families and couples, utilizing her Gottman training to strengthen relationships and enhance communication.

With a background that includes somatic therapy and mindfulness, Sue creates a compassionate and nurturing environment where clients can explore their challenges. She also offers clinical supervision to fellow practitioners, drawing on her extensive history of effective practice in mental health.

Choose Sue for your therapeutic journey and experience compassionate care, understanding, and holistic healing tailored to your needs. (offering in person and virtual sessions for all areas of practice.)

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Any introduction of Robert Tansley begins with he is a husband, a father of four and grandfather of three. This beginning point of introduction reflects his values. Robert holds dear his family. He also holds a Masters Degree from the University of Toronto (MSW) completed in 1987. He is formally trained in Strategic Family Therapy; Solution Focused Family Therapy; Dialectic Behavioural Therapy and treatment strategies for ADHD. Robert has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety; adhd and trauma. He further works with neurodivergence extensively in his practice.

Post graduate Robert completed an internship with Chloe Madanes in Washington DC in 1989. https://madanesinstitute.com/#:~:text=She%20has%20partnered%20with%20Tony,all%20over%20the%20world.%20She He further did an internship with Insoo Kim Berg in 1992 https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/authors/266925/insoo-kim-berg Robert worked in an adhd clinic with Dr. Kenny Handelman. https://www.drkenny.com/medical-practice Robert completed training in Advanced Motivational Interviewing with Wayne Skinner in 2010

Robert would say that he is in the change business. This business begins with two simple but difficult pieces – find someone you trust and tell them the truth. Change is embedded in a healthy relationship with a trained mental health professional. Robert is also writer. He has published two professional journal articles.

Tansley, Robert. Single Session Therapy – Waiting No More, Child & Family Journal, 2000. Tansley, Robert. Tools of the Trade, The Metaphor, The New Social Worker, 2001

He has also written three fictional novels. He is a published Canadian author. Two books are in print and a third is in the publication process.

Tansley, Robert. The Anatomy of Divorce, The Key Publishing House, 2007 Tansley, Robert. Predisposed, The Key Publishing House, 2010 Tansley, Robert, Skully, Olympia Publishing, 2026

Robert has also been a presenter and trainer. He has done the following trainings and conferences:

Single Session Therapy – for Family Counselling Centre of Brant, Inc. 1996; Solution Focused Strategic Therapy – for Family Counselling Centre of Brant, Inc. 1995; The Therapeutic Use of Metaphors – for Addictions Ontario Annual Conference 2009; Family Therapy – The Lost Art Form – Grand Rounds Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. 2011; Formulation in Clinical Practice – Rounds at ROCK 2016; Crisis and Youth – Halton Region Police Services 2016; Resiliency - Crisis Workers of Ontario Annual Conference 2016

Robert has an extensive background in sports and high level athletes. He is a certified CCCP coach having coached lacrosse, hockey and football. He works with athletes related to performance enhancement.

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