MEET THE THERAPISTS
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Please note Lauren is on maternity leave until the end of 2024.
Lauren is the founder of Bloom Wellness!
In June of 2018, Lauren opened her own private practice to serve the community through individual counselling services, family sessions, and group offerings. She primarily works with kids, teens and young adults experiencing various concerns including anxiety, panic disorders, selective mutism, post-traumatic stress disorder, and life stressors. She practices with a variety of treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy, Mindfulness, and Somatic Experiencing.
Prior to private practice, Lauren worked within amazing community organizations. Her background in the mental health field includes crisis intervention work with our local hospitals, long-term and crisis counselling in children’s mental health, and offering counselling services to all ages with a local Family Health Team. She also completed her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training, and enjoys teaching for local studios and schools.
Lauren earned her Bachelor of Social Work at King’s University College, and her Masters of Social Work, with a clinical focus, at the University of Western Ontario. She is a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Lauren has a particular interest in the mind-body connection and understands that there are many moving parts when it comes to healing, so a holistic approach ensures the best outcome for each individual. She believes everyone is the expert of themselves, and is here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.
To schedule an initial session with Lauren, email lauren@bloomwellnessck.com to inquire regarding wait times.
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Anxiety & Panic Disorders
Selective Mutism
Mind-Body Connection
Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapy
Kids, Teen & Young Adults
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Alyssa (she/her) is a Registered Social Worker of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She completed a Bachelor of Social Work, minoring in Children, Childhood, and Youth studies, at York University, and a Master of Social Work, specializing in Social Justice and Diversity, at the University of Toronto.
Alyssa has experience supporting children, youth, and adults experiencing various challenges, such as, anxiety, depression, general life stressors, suicidal ideations, abuse, substance use disorders, and grief/loss. She works from trauma-informed and person-centered approaches, incorporating a variety of treatment modalities, which include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness, strengths-based and empowerment approaches, and motivational interviewing.
Alyssa is passionate about creating and fostering inclusive space(s) that strive for healing, growth, and empowerment on the individual, family, and community levels.
To schedule an initial session with Alyssa, visit our booking page or email alyssa@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Teens & Adults
Grief/Loss
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
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Emily Toll is a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Psychology from Brock University, followed by a diploma in Child and Youth Work from St. Clair College. She then went on to complete a Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor.
Emily has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, both individually and in groups. She utilizes various therapeutic approaches within her practice based on the needs of her clients, pulling from modalities such as CBT, DBT, solution-focused, and mindfulness-based practices; all while amplifying the individual strengths of each client she works with.
She is passionate about providing support to individuals who are experiencing concerns related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, relational conflicts, and more. Emily strives to offer a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental environment for all her clients. She believes that each person is the expert of their own life, and no two experiences are ever the same. She approaches every interaction with curiosity and compassion, allowing her clients the space to tell their story. She believes in working alongside you and will listen to, guide, and support you in your journey.
To schedule an initial session with Emily, visit our booking page or email emilytoll@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Life Transitions
Kids 6+, Teens & Adults
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Samantha is currently on Maternity Leave until 2025
If you’re looking for virtual or phone appointments, Sam has got you covered!
Samantha Gordon is a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work at King’s University College.
Samantha has experience working with children, youth, young adults, and families in community and residential mental health settings and has a passion for children’s mental health and wellbeing. Samantha practices from a holistic, strength-based, person-centred approach to support clients in identifying and moving towards their individual goals. She incorporates Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to create a safe and supportive environment for people to share their stories, explore their strengths, and learn new skills. She specializes in the areas of anxiety, depression, anger management, social skills, and parenting strategies.
To book with Sam, and for other inquiries regarding Sam’s services, please email info@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Anxiety & Depression
Anger Management
Social Skills
Parenting Support
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Please note Katie will be on Maternity Leave from April to September 2024.
Katie (she/her) is a registered social worker and primarily works with teenagers and adults experiencing various conditions including anxiety, depression, relational trauma, grief and loss, and different forms of self-harm. Katie primarily practices from a place of inquiry, while synthesizing a variety of evidence-based approaches – narrative, internal family systems, somatic, and cognitive-behavioural therapies.
Katie considers the ‘whole-person’ when working with her clients and believes that all challenges are fundamentally symptoms of adversity that require resolution and/or healing.
Katie earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Western Ontario and went on to complete a Master of Education in Educational Psychology at Western University and a Master of Social Work at the University of Windsor.
Katie ultimately aspires to provide the space to learn from and adapt to negative experiences and the opportunity to build self awareness and learn new ways to regulate the mind and body.
To schedule an initial session with Katie, visit our Booking Page or email katie@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Embodiment and self-connection
Grief, loss, and trauma
Relationships
Ages 18+
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Jaclyn (she/her) is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology and a Minor in Women’s and Gender Studies from the University of Windsor, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.
Jaclyn works with teens and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem and relationship issues. Her clinical focus is on perinatal mental health, and she is certified in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Birth and Reproductive Trauma through Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Trainings.
Jaclyn’s approach is client-centred, holistic and trauma-informed. She integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy to create customized treatment plans to help clients achieve their goals. She strives to create a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their innermost thoughts and emotions while learning new strategies to enhance resiliency and overall wellbeing.
To schedule an initial session with Jaclyn, please visit our booking page or email Jaclyn directly at jaclyn@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Perinatal Mental Health
Couples Therapy
Fertility Support
Ages 16+
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Brianna is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She earned her Bachelor of Social Work with a minor in Psychology and Masters of Social Work, both from the University of Windsor.
Brianna has experience providing individual counselling to children and teens with various challenges such as anxiety, panic disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideations, school avoidance, self-esteem, and general self-regulation. Brianna practices from a person-centred approach and utilizes various evidence informed practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused, Mindfulness Based Practices and Somatic Experiencing. Brianna fosters a welcoming and safe space where clients can share, feel heard, and learn new skills and strategies to meet their individualized goals.
Brianna offers evening appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and sees individuals ages 5-20.
To schedule an initial session with Brianna, visit our booking page or email brianna@bloomwellnessck.com.
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School Avoidance
Self-Esteem
Self-Harm
CBT & DBT
Ages 5-20
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Chelsea Canniff is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Development Studies and her Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Waterloo.
Chelsea works with children, youth and young adults. She specializes in areas relating to anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-esteem and interpersonal relationships. Utilizing modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy and Mindfulness within her practice.
Chelsea believes in a holistic and client centred approach, assuring a space in which clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions openly. She believes clients are the experts of their own journey, empowering each individual to build resilience, self-sufficiency and improve their overall well-being.
To schedule an initial session with Chelsea visit our booking page or email Chelsea directly at chelsea@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Anxiety & Social Anxiety
Depression
CBT, Interpersonal Therapy
Kids, Teen & Young Adults
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Lisa is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work Degree as well as a Bachelor of Arts – Psychology from the University of Windsor.
Lisa holds certifications from the University of Toronto in Mindfulness Based Chronic Pain Management, as well as certifications in Foundations of Applied Mindfulness Meditation and Applied Specialization in Mindfulness Meditation. She holds advanced certifications in yoga with specialization in Trauma Informed Yoga and Therapeutic Yoga Specialist. Lisa earned her 900 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, and recently has achieved certification as a Somatic Sound Practitioner through the Mind Body Music Center in Texas.
Lisa has worked with children and families as a social worker for the past 30 years. She has supported both adults and youth through a wide variety of life experiences, while incorporating Trauma Informed Practices as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness Based Practices and Yoga and Somatic Therapy.
Lisa believes in the strength and insight of each individual client to guide their own path. She creates a safe and nurturing environment to foster client exploration into their own abilities and potentials.
Her focus at Bloom will be based on intertwining psychotherapy and Yoga as a therapeutic tool.
Lisa will provide clients with practices to develop their ability to witness their moods, thoughts, and the discomforts in their bodies and minds so that they can respond with less reactivity and live with greater mind-body wellness. Yoga can be a powerful tool in working through past trauma, or simply in becoming more self aware. When we integrate somatic awareness at a pace that feels nourishing and supportive, clients are able to build trust in themselves and a sense of safety.
Lisa offers sessions on Wednesday evenings for clients ages 16+.
To schedule an initial session with Lisa, visit our booking page or email info@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Teens / Adults
Anxiety / Depression
Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy
Somatic Experiencing / Mindfulness & Meditation
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Mikaela is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Psychotherapists of Ontario. She completed her Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Ottawa and
worked as a dietitian for 6 years before completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University when she realized her passion was for clients mental & emotional health. She is currently completing her training in Somatic Experiencing, a trauma resolution model. She is also excited to be starting a year-long program that explores nervous system work specific to women and their unique biology, hormones and cycles. She has also been learning more about the often unrecognized experience of ADHD in women.
While Mikaela has worked primarily with adults & parents, she is excited to expand her work to include children and teens.
Her passion is to support clients with complex and developmental trauma, particularly as it shows up as depression, anxiety or OCD. She works through an attachment and nervous system lens, using mostly Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing, though incorporates other therapies such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindful Self-Compassion and Strength-Based approaches. She provides strategies to support you in your day-to-day while also guiding the deeper work to get to the root of your difficulties.
In addition to working through trauma, your work together will focus on empowering you through rebuilding your self-trust and sense of self, increasing your capacity to move through your emotions, decreasing overwhelm, and giving you the tools you need to show up for yourself & your life in the way you desire.
To schedule an initial session with Mikaela, visit our booking page or email Mikaela@bloomwellnessck.com.
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Childhood Trauma & Complex Trauma
Nervous System Regulation
Body Image
Depression & Anxiety