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Vanessa Maharaj is a registered social worker in Ontario with over 16 years of experience providing clinical therapy to children, youth, adults and families.
Vanessa has worked in a variety of settings, including a hospital-based mental health day program for children, a community-based children's mental health agency, transitional youth programs, and Ontario's school system.
Her clinical approaches in therapy sessions incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT-informed), Narrative Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Attachment, Trauma and Solution-focused therapies.
Vanessa provides psychotherapy treatment for the following concerns: anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, emotional regulation.
She brings a warm, genuine approach and easily connects with others. Vanessa's goal in session is to provide space for her client to feel heard, valued and respected. She takes the time to listen for the glimmers in a person's story that highlight their innate values, strengths and opportunities for growth and balance.
Licensing Body: Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Education: Master of Social Work (Wilfrid Laurier University)
Professional Association: Master of Social Work (Ontario Association of Social Workers)
