Chantel has been a Registered Social Worker in Prince Edward Island, Canada for 10+ years. She obtained an Honours Bachelor of Social Work degree from Lakehead University, and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Waterloo.

Chantel uses evidence-based and person-centered interventions in her clinical practice, particularly Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and is certified in the Unified Protocol (UP).

Chantel has 10 years of experience as a direct-support professional, working front-line with adults with disabilities. She has a passion for working with people with Intellectual Disability (ID) and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (AD). In her role as a direct-support professional, Chantel taught personal development skills, assisted in personal care support, and participated in value-based planning. Using de-escalation skills, she supported adults with positive behaviour support strategies, and crisis management.

Some key areas that she specializes in are anxiety, depression, peer relationships, self-esteem building, emotional regulation, grief/loss, behaviour support, and establishing healthy boundaries, as well as supporting parents who have children with needle phobia. Chantel’s focus is to empower individuals to implement change and lifelong learning into their daily lives.

Chantel works with both school-aged children with complex needs and their parents, and adults with complex needs. She is also accepting clients from the blood disorder community. She is the current Vice President of the PEI Hemophilia Society, having served on the board since 2012.

Hemophilia runs in her family; her youngest son suffers from a severe case. Chantel has training in needle phobia, empowering parent(s) of children with a rare disorder, and understanding the difficulties associated with accessing a Portacath as a parent and/or caregiver.

Chantel resides in Prince Edward Island with her two children and husband. Her husband is a co-founder of a non-profit day program for adults with intellectual disabilities called TAJ Day-Program. This immensely illuminated the lack of specialized therapeutic services directed at this specific adult population, and inspired Chantel to make this the focus of her private therapy practice, which is her passion.

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Specialty: LGBTQIA2S++, working with children/youth and their family with behavioural concerns, working with teenagers who are experiencing depression and other mood disorders. Providing client-centered/centric, trauma-informed, and strength-based approach, culturally sensitive, neurodiverse.

Trained in: CBT, DBT, MI, SF

Provides: Coaching, Mental Health Consultation, Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy

Angela is a Mental Health Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about people, their potential, and their well-being.

Angela attended Temple University’s School of Social Work and holds a Master’s-Level Clinical Social Work degree and is a Registered Social Worker within Prince Edward Island.

Angela has experience working with children (ages 4+), youth, teens, and adults, with a variety of different mental health concerns and diagnoses – more specifically ODD, CD, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, personality disorders, self-esteem, stress, and many other concerns that may inhibit one’s life to be lived to its full potential.

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Meet Lori Gard, Your Life Design’s Couples and Family Therapist.

With extensive experience in education, including K-12 teaching and counselling, Lori is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and a Counselling Therapist.

She excels in supporting students and families with issues like emotional regulation, anxiety, family dynamics, peer relationships, and suicide prevention.

Lori is trained in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Couple and Family therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Her inspirational training background and passion for writing make her an excellent choice for professional development.

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Specialty: Conflict, positive co-parenting, relationship difficulties, workplace injury and return to work, stress, burnout, vicarious trauma, work-life balance, and emotional health and wellbeing.

Working with: Parent(s)/caregivers of LGBTQ2S+ individuals. Essential services including Police, EMS, Fire, and Professional helpers. Busy Professionals returning to work.

Nancy is a highly experienced Registered Social Worker in Prince Edward Island, with over 25 years of experience. She holds a BSW degree from Laurentian University and an MSW degree from Dalhousie University.

In her clinical practice, Nancy specializes in high-conflict situations, relationship difficulties, workplace injury and return to work, vicarious trauma, management and leadership skill development, and work-life balance. She offers support to parent(s)/caregivers of LGBTQ2S+ individuals and is dedicated to providing mental health and wellness support to Essential Services professionals.

Nancy’s approach is nonjudgmental, caring, and grounded, and she tailors interventions to meet individual needs using evidence-based clinical approaches and an anti-oppressive perspective.

With her wealth of experience and compassionate approach, Nancy strives to provide effective support to individuals and families facing various challenges.

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Specialty: Working with students and young adults. Assistance with self-esteem concerns, depression, career counselling, school related stress and anxiety, as well as supportive counselling and life skills enhancement.

Heidi holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA) from the University of Prince Edward Island, and a Master in Education in Counselling and Human Development (MEd) degree from the University of New Brunswick. She has worked in the field of counselling for almost 20 years and can work with you, if you live in Prince Edward Island or other parts of Canada.

Heidi’s work spans from working with at risk youth to university students and case management for career planning in work/career transitions. Counselling in the post-secondary environment has been the basis for much of the work that she has done in this field, and where her expertise lies. She enjoys working with new professionals or people transitioning careers.

Heidi is also available to assist parents of youth as well to offer parents strategies and support. Her passion for helping others is evident in her ability to connect with people, and can follow you in your journey towards self-growth and self-sufficiency. Her focus is to empower you to find your truth, your strength and power to make the changes you need to move towards a more fulfilled and satisfying life.

Heidi says, that the greatest passion in her life is “being a mom to two beautiful children.” Heidi is from the far east of Prince Edward Island, growing up in Souris.

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Magan, a registered social worker brings a wealth of qualifications and experience to her therapy sessions.

Magan’s expertise lies in evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, and MI, enabling her to effectively work with individuals across the lifespan.

Her specialties include children aged 4+ and their caregivers, teens, young adults, couples, and families, addressing challenges like anxiety, depression, PTSD, interpersonal relationship issues, attachment concerns, and other complex mental health experiences.

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Specialty: Offers EMDR (eye movement desensitization rehabilitation). Training in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. Working with people living with PTSD, trauma and or generalized anxiety.

Karen has a strong educational background. Her degrees include a Bachelor of Education Human Resource Development, a Master of Education degree with a focus on Inclusion, and a Master of Science Guidance and Counselling degree. She is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Counselling Therapist.

Karen has spent the last decade working as a School Counsellor with Prince Edward Island’s Public Schools Branch. She taught for nine years prior to this. She has supported children and families at all levels from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Karen has partnered with outside agencies to facilitate groups for coping with anxiety. She also has significant experience supporting children who struggle with self- regulation.

Karen is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Rehabilitation (EMDR) an evidence based therapy for treating trauma. Karen is the therapist for you if you are seeking treatment for trauma using EMDR. Karen has training in many modalities some of which include, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. She is also a trauma-informed Yoga instructor. She is a lifelong learner who continues to learn and grow as a therapist to provide the best care for clients. Karen is easy to talk to and is very compassionate.

While she has taught in the public school system, Karen’s degree in adult education (Human Resource Management) and her many years of experience make her a fantastic trainer as well.

Karen resides in western Prince Edward Island with her husband. They have two children and four grandchildren.

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Specialty: Working with youth, young adults, and LGBTQIA2S++ populations, with experience in helping individuals manage issues such as anxiety, grief and loss, gender identity, addictions, and general stress.

Amanda has been a Registered Social Worker in Prince Edward Island, Canada for 10+ years. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work degree from St. Thomas University and a Master of Social Work degree from Dalhousie University.

Amanda works with people age 14-19 years old, as well as young adults, and adults.

Amanda uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in her work. She is a strength-based therapist and is culturally sensitive with a feminist orientation.

Amanda can work with you if you are experiencing any of the following issues: adoption, anxiety, coping skills, compassion fatigue, end of life, grief, divorce/separation, parenting, infertility, life transitions, pregnancy, prenatal and post-partum, relationship issues, stress, transgender, and women’s issues. Her main areas of expertise are: working with people experiencing anxiety, children/youth, and LGBTQIA2S++ populations.

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Are you struggling to find support for managing difficult behaviors or are you a parent in need of assistance? Look no further, because Sarah is here to help. With over 20 years of experience as a highly skilled direct support professional, Sarah is passionate about working with children and adults with exceptional needs, and their families.

Throughout her career, Sarah has dedicated herself to providing respite, educational, and behaviour support to individuals with complex needs, particularly those with intellectual disabilities (ID) and/or autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Her exceptional problem-solving skills and her ability to support individuals and families with behaviour support have made her well-known in the field.

Sarah graduated from Sheridan College in Ontario, Canada, with a Social Services Worker Diploma in 2001. Since then, she has been employed full-time with the Peel District School Board, Ontario, Canada, for over 20 years, and presently as a behavioural educational assistant. She plays a crucial role in implementing effective behavior support strategies and providing one-to-one assistance to individuals with complex behavioural needs.

One of Sarah’s qualifications is her training in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). Sarah is also trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). This training equips her with the necessary tools to effectively manage crisis situations and ensure the safety of individuals involved. Sarah is also trained in Restorative Practices. Restorative practices focus on building relationships, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive climate.

Sarah has also worked as a Respite Care Professional with Community Living, North Halton, Ontario, Canada, a non-profit organization that provides assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities in their weekend program. She subsequently started her own private Respite Care Professional Service, which she continues to operate today supporting caregivers needing a break.

What sets Sarah apart is her personal experience as a parent. Her eldest child was diagnosed with stage four cancer at just ten months old, and after a long and challenging journey, made a remarkable recovery, and is currently in his final year of an engineering and physics degree at the University of Ottawa. This personal journey has fueled Sarah’s passion for specializing in providing support, coaching to parents and caregivers, as well as individual support to people with complex needs.

Sarah’s knowledge and compassionate nature make a profound impact on the lives of those she supports. She resides in Terra Cotta, Ontario, with her spouse, and they have two adult children, a teenager, and a beloved dog and cat. Sarah has strong connections to Prince Edward Island, Canada and has spent all the summers of her childhood on the Island with her extended family, and continues to do so.

If you’re seeking dedicated and experienced support for yourself or your loved one with exceptional needs, Sarah is the person to turn to. Don’t hesitate to reach out and experience the positive difference she can make.

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Services in French and English

Amanda Rollins-Cheverie is a highly experienced professional specializing in Behavior Support Strategies for individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

With a decade of experience as a faculty member at Prince of Wales Holland College Campus, where she is a lead instructor and subject matter expert in behavior support strategies, individualized teaching methods, and strategies for supporting individuals with complex needs and over a decade of experience providing direct support to individuals with complex needs, Amanda has a wealth of knowledge and experience in this area.

Committed to empowering individuals on their journey towards positive behavioral change, Amanda believes in person-directed and solution-focused approaches.

Through compassionate listening, insightful guidance, and her knowledge of evidence-based techniques, she is happy to assist you in: - identifying any limiting beliefs and/or barriers you may be facing - recognizing self-limiting patterns - developing personalized, proactive plans and strategies - staying motivated and committed -celebrating your successes

Amanda is a graduate of the Human Services Program at Holland College, has a Certificate in Adult Education from Holland College and the University of Prince Edward Island, and is a trainer in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI).

Amanda Rollins-Cheverie est une professionnelle spécialisée dans les stratégies de soutien comportemental pour les personnes ayant une déficience intellectuelle (DI) et qui sont sur le spectre autistique (TSA).

Avec plus d’une décennie d’expérience en tant que membre du corps enseignant au Collège Holland, elle est une instructrice principale en stratégies de soutien comportemental, en méthodes d’enseignement individualisées, et en stratégies pour soutenir les personnes ayant des besoins complexes. Egalement, elle a plus d’une décennie d’expérience dans l’accompagnement direct de personnes ayant des besoins complexes.

Engagée à autonomiser les individus dans leur parcours vers un changement comportemental positif, Amanda croit aux approches axées sur la personne et axées sur les solutions.

Grâce à une écoute compatissante, à des conseils éclairés et à sa connaissance des techniques fondées sur des preuves, elle est heureuse de vous aider à : - Identifier les croyances limitantes et/ou les obstacles auxquels vous pourriez être confronté(e) - Reconnaître les schémas d’autolimitation - Élaborer des plans et des stratégies personnalisés et proactifs - Rester motivé(e) et engagé(e) - Célébrer vos succès

Amanda est diplômée du programme de services humaines du Collège Holland, elle possède un certificat en éducation des adultes du Collège Holland et de l’Université de l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, et elle est formatrice en intervention non-violente en situation de crise (NVCI).

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Specialty: Working with busy professionals, professional helpers and caregivers experiencing stress, empathic strain, moral distress, grief/loss, and/or personal or work-related relationships issues.

Jill is a Registered Social Worker in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada. She holds Bachelor of Social Work (BSW University of Manitoba) and Master of Social Work (MSW Dalhousie University) degrees, in addition to certificates in Management and Adult Education. She has been a Registered Social Worker for more than 25 years. She holds a continuing faculty position at Holland College since 2007. Prior to this, she worked with the provincial government of PEI for 10+ years (1996-2007) in front-line, training/research, and provincial coordination roles in social programming.

Throughout the years, in her faculty position Jill has taught courses on counselling skills, business communications, ethics and professionalism, mental illness and neurodevelopmental disorders, case-management, interpersonal communications, workplace communications, personal wellness, social issues, disability rights, methods and strategies for teaching individuals and groups, inclusionary practices, inclusive education, working with families, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities and human development. She is enthusiastic, and enjoys helping others gain self-awareness, and reach optimal levels of personal well-being. In private practice, she provides services to helpers and busy professionals.

Jill is an engaging speaker, with positive energy. Throughout her career, she has given in-person workshops across Canada (NB, QC, SK, and NT), and has taught a course on inclusive education in China at Anyang Normal University. As a life-long learner herself, she believes in providing the best clinical services possible, and obtains private clinical supervision from a supervisory therapist in her private practice. Jill is diligent in her clinical practice to be using evidenced-based modalities including: Cognitive Behaviourial Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (ISF).

Jill is the creator of Your Life Design’s signature program: Help4Helpers. She was inspired by her own work as a helper, as well as observing colleagues and former students working tirelessly to help others yet struggling to take care of themselves. She created this program to address burnout, compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, and moral distress prevalent with helping professionals. Jill has helped hundreds of students become professional helpers during her work in post-secondary education for higher learning and provides ongoing workshops and training. During the pandemic she has spoken to thousands of people, (helpers, leaders and educators) providing tools and strategies for coping and resilience.

In her personal life, (2012 – present), Jill is a licensed Zumba instructor with specialized certification in teaching children, older adults, aqua Zumba, toning, as well as basic I and basic II certifications. Jill lives with her husband in rural PEI with their two mini doodles, and their cat. Jill grew up on a potato farm in western Prince Edward Island.

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