Social Work
For Tweens, Teens, & Young Adults
Ray Bezzina
Social Worker
RSW
She, Her, Hers
Ray Bezzina is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) with a practice focus on teens, families, and young adults. Ray has a passion for inspiring her clients by creating a safe space where individuals can explore their struggles and set goals to restore balance in their life.
Ray incorporates multiple therapeutic modalities tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Ray has considerable expertise in Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorders (including FASD, ASD, ADHD, and ADD) and uses this knowledge to support individuals with a suspected or diagnosed disorder in a therapeutic setting. Ray also enjoys working with parents/caregivers and members of the community to help them better understand neurodiversity and how to guide individuals from a compassionate (neurodiverse) lens.
Ray has leadership and clinical experience from a variety of populations and settings, including child protection, FASD programming and education, criminal justice system, and both elementary and secondary education.
Areas of expertise include:
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Complex neurodevelopmental disorders (FASD, ASD, ADHD, ADD)
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Parenting
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Trauma
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Anxiety/stress
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Grief
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Emotional management
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School issues
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Interpersonal relationships
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Serving ages: Teens - Adults
Mishal Javed
Social Worker
MSW, RSW
She, Her, Hers
Mishal's goal as a therapist is to provide children and youth with a warm, supportive environment to explore, reflect, and learn skills as they work towards their therapeutic goals. She is a registered social worker (RSW) with experience working with children, youth, and families in community mental health settings. She practices from a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive lens with training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, and Parent Management Training. Some areas in which Mishal offers support include: anxiety, depression, anger outbursts/tantrums, fears/phobias, attention/focus, peer and family relationships, caregiver support, sleep, and stress.
If you would like to learn more, Mishal offers a free 15 minute consultation and looks forward to speaking with you!
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Ages served: 4-18
Tyler Perrow
Social Worker
RSW, RSSW
He, Him, His
Tyler is a registered social worker (OCSWSSW) with experience in trauma-informed care, neurodivergent supports, and advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), Tyler brings a wealth of knowledge, understanding, and compassion to his role, and is committed to continuous professional development. Tyler has completed coursework and specialized training in trauma-informed care, indigenous healing practices, mental health, and crisis intervention.
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Driven by a passion for making a difference, Tyler is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethical practice and advocating for the well-being of his clients and community.
Services offered by Ray
Counseling
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Ages 12+
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Talk therapy
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Virtual visits
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$165 (50 minutes)
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Please Book after you have had a Discover Call
Canine Cuddle Counseling
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Ray and Dixie the Canine Cuddler offer 1 hour sessions at the Oxford St. location on Thursday evenings. Dixie is a trained, calm and loving dog that works well with children and young adults.
$180 (50 minutes)
Please Book after you have had a Discover Call