Carrier Counselling & Consulting
Carolyn Carrier
I am a Registered Social Worker, Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA Approved Consultant
Psychotherapy and counselling are not only my career but they are my passion. As a therapist, I am committed to assisting my clients with all of their concerns with sincerity and compassion. I believe that our body and our mind are naturally designed to heal but at times this process can become stuck. Therapy helps with addressing these stuck points and allows for healing to occur.
My hope is to provide a safe place to share your experiences and to facilitate the changes that will allow you to fulfil your life goals and dreams.
I graduated from the University of Western Ontario with my Master of Counselling Psychology degree having previously completed my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and my Bachelor of Education in Adult Education.
I continued my education by completing a certificate program through the International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies and became a EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist. In addition to psychotherapy services, I also offer consultation services for new EDMR therapists, as an EMDRIA Approved Consultant.
I have worked in the forensic field prior to entering my career, as a Registered Social Worker. The role allowed me opportunities to work within group therapy settings, case management roles, investigative and risk assessment, and I spent some time teaching at the Ontario Correctional Services College.
When entering my career, as a therapist, I had the opportunity to work at the London Health Science Centre within the Traumatic Stress Services working with men and women impacted by early developmental childhood trauma. Working along side individuals overcoming their Post Traumatic Stress has been a great honour and rewarding experience that I continue to enjoy in my private practice. In my private practice here in London, Ontario I work with individuals ages 16 and older who struggle with mental health and addictions. I have developed specialized skills in addressing childhood trauma, family violence, anger, self-esteem, and mood disorders related to anxiety and depression. I provide in person, telephone sessions and video appointments.
Brooke Hurley
I am a Registered Social Worker
As a Registered Social Worker I have been supporting clients for more than a decade. My priority is to create a safe, non-judgemental and trusting space. I believe that people are experts in their own lives. Through a client-centred and collaborative approach, I help clients move forward on their journey of healing and growth.
I have an undergraduate degree in gerontology and sociology from McMaster University and a master’s degree in Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University.
I have pursed additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness Practices, specializing in women’s health, and am currently pursuing a certificate in Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment. I am passionate about supporting women and the unique challenges that women face throughout the life course.
I have also focused much of my career supporting adults experiencing life transitions, chronic illness, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, as well as, supporting individuals with family challenges that include supporting aging loved ones.
Chantal Kirby
I am a Registered Social Worker.
With a deep commitment to supporting young people and their families, I provide compassionate and evidence-based care to address a range of complex needs related to mental illness, addictions, domestic violence, homelessness, youth transiency, human trafficking and physical/sexual abuse.
Throughout my career I have also worked at the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Unit at London Health Sciences Centre. My approach is rooted in a holistic understanding of each person’s unique circumstances, integrating therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioural therapy and dialectical behavioual therapy. In this role, I supported youth individually as well as co-facilitated a DBT group for youth as well as a group for younger children experiencing anxiety.
Currently, I am working with children, youth and adults providing in person or virtual therapy to address concerns related to anxiety, depression, mental illness, addictions, trauma and more. I am passionate and committed to my work with people of all ages and personal growth and continued education is important to me. I am currently pursuing my EMDR certification as well as a certification in complex trauma.
I graduated with a master’s degree in Social Worker in 2015 from the University of Western Ontario.I have spent over 12 years of my career in Child Welfare where I have had the opportunity to work in many unique settings supporting people of all ages.
