LISA SUTHERLAND, BSW, MSW, RSW

 

EDUCATION

University of Toronto, Master of Social Work, 2020

Toronto Metropolitan University, Bachelor of Social Work, 2009

Adler Faculty of Continuing Education, Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Humber College, Gerontology Studies

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PROFESSIONAL FOCUS

Lisa works with adults of all ages dealing with Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout, Dementia Support, Navigating Life Transitions, Relationship Struggles, and more. She believes that you are the expert of your life and knows what works best for you. Lisa can offer an objective perspective and guidance through a strength based lens to empower her clients. Her approach centers around the theme of resiliency and harm reduction. She works primarily within a Solution Focused Therapy mindset with elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness.

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She is passionate about helping people and believes in meeting clients where they are in their journey. Sometimes that journey causes laughter, tears, or both! 

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MORE ABOUT LISA
Lisa is an avid reader, and believes in advocacy and encourages her kids to be resilient, independent, go-getters – by starting a jewelry business making earrings that she wears proudly! She's also really good at picking up their lost socks!​