My name is Amy Bender, I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), and with the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).

As an affiliate with the Society for the Advancement of Actuarial Risk Need Assessment (SAARNA), I provide counselling and risk assessments for individuals who have been charged/convicted of a sexual offence.

I have over 8 years of frontline experience and over 1 year in a supervisory role, all in Timmins and area through Treaty 9. I am a strong advocate for wholistic wellness and believe balance is crucial in our healing journey.

In my practice I utilize strengths based and trauma-informed approaches working with clients to build healthy coping strategies, strengthen connection to supports, and achieve identified goals. Areas of focus (but not limited to): -Anger Management -Mental Health/Illness (Depression, Anxiety, C-PTSD, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Anti-Social Personality, ADHD) -Sexual Offences (Charges & Convictions) -Substance Use/Misuse/Addiction

Background:

Born and raised in Timmins, I have dedicated my practice to supporting its community members and improving the wellness and health of our most vulnerable individuals. I graduated from Algoma University in Sault Ste Marie where I obtained my Honours Bachelor of Social Work (cum laude) with a Minor in Law in 2016. I found my passion for community wellness and healing through my education and professional experiences and have learned to truly appreciate the north.

Through my professional experience thus far I have obtained over 850 hours of training and education through several different organizations such as Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) where I obtained my certification for Opioid Use Dependence Treatment (OUDT). Through Thunderbird partnership Foundation (TPF) I am a trained facilitator for the Cannabis Education for First Nations (CEFN) certificate program. As an active member of the OCSWSSW it is imperative to continue education and training to maintain current best standards of practice with relevant and current research/data.

I am beyond grateful for the amazing mentors, supervisors, coworkers, along with Grandmother, elders, and Traditional Healers and Knowledge Keepers who shared with me throughout Treaty 9. I carry these teachings and lessons with a grateful heart, sharing openly and honestly to best support my clients.

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I am Shalissa, a registered Social Worker who is honored to work in support of folks on their life journey. I have worked with children and their families through the education and the child welfare systems. I am passionate about helping children and youth learn about their emotions and behaviors and how to express themselves. I work with children and youth who live with exceptionalities, traumas, anxiety, and depression.

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I work with folks who have experienced trauma, chronic health diagnosis and life limiting diagnosis, and a variety of mental health concerns. I believe in taking a client centered approach, you are the expert in your own lived experience, and I am here to support you and offer you tools that work for you!

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Working with Indigenous folks is a deeply meaningful part of my practice and I believe culturally led practice is so very important. Addressing systemic issues at a structural level through advocacy and creating community is a huge passion of mine!

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I am a forever student. I love growing my knowledge and my competencies as a practitioner. I use various modalities such as, CBT, DBT, ACT, Habit Reversal Therapy.

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My Social work Education started with My SSW from Northern College in 2014 and achieving my HBSW from Algoma University in 2019 graduating with High Honours.

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I am certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills.

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I look forward to meeting with you, and supporting you or your child in a non judgmental, positive atmosphere!

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My name is Willys Perez, but you can call me “Will”. I am the clinic manager and co-founder at Worth of care Learning, improvement and psychotherapy services and I am delighted to welcome you to our page!

My background is in psychology (B.A.) and Special education (MA Spec Ed. in training with focus on autism and disability). My research topic is concept formation during early childhood based on Piaget’s theory of cognitive development, I aim to understand how concept formation in our early phases of life influences how we perceive the world and how we behave. I have experience in designing interventions and training packages aimed at improving life skills as well as experience in institutional training and educational material design and implementation.

What I do I provide Behavior therapy for autistic children (learners) both diagnosed and behavior therapy for families waitlisted for diagnosis. I am passionate about Behavior Therapy for skills improvement and positive behavior in which individuals can learn to better manage their daily living and achieve the greater independence. I also design interventions for academic challenges such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia and Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities (NVLD). I help families be aware of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) via prevention workshop for female youths (Mom drinks I drink workshop) and design and implement interventions for children diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). I am passionate about the uniqueness of who we are and for that reason, I am passionate about working children and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities whose lives deserve to be treated with dignity and ultimate care.

Thank you for visiting my profile, I believe that together, we can help neurodivergent people live better lives, be part of the society in which we can all feel safe, welcomed and have a sense of belonging.

Hello, My name is Willys Perez, but you can call me “Will”. I am the clinic manager and co-found... Read More