JACQUELINE DAVIS
Social Worker, Psychotherapist
MEET JACQUELINE
With a deep commitment to fostering positive change and empowerment I have been positively impacting individuals, families, and communities for more than 24 years. As a skilled therapist, I have worked in specialized treatment agencies, family service agencies, mental health facilities and I have an extensive background in education. My work has supported children, adolescents and adults during their most challenging adversities. I have dedicated my career and expertise in trauma-informed practice which includes the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration. I possesses expertise in trauma assessment and treatment with a specific emphasis on racial trauma. I have extensive expertise in race based trauma and I approach work from a culturally responsive, culturally relevant framework. The work that I do is pivotal in that racial trauma can lead to depression, anxiety, and stress and a multitude of other mental health concerns. My own experience has taught me that racism over time, can chip away at one’s emotional, physical, and spiritual resources. I have comprehensive expertise to support clients on this journey. In particular, my experience is far reaching as I have been a clinical director offering specialized consultation services in clinical practice and organizational support. I have trained and supervised staff in the mental health field with an aim to support both the mental health and competency of other professionals in the field which includes but not exclusively social workers, child and youth workers and behavioral therapists. I have collaborated with various organizations and government agencies to develop and implement programs that address the unique challenges faced by marginalized and vulnerable populations. Throughout my career I has demonstrated exceptional leadership as I was one of the first Black Senior Managers in the Educational milieu and in 2021 I was the recipient of the Ontario Association of School Social Work Achievement Award. I have a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, an honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Guelph, and I am a published co-author of the, “Wisdom Project''. I hold professional affiliation with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers and I am a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
CLINICAL SERVICES OFFERED
PSYCHOTHERAPY
Online Only
Welcome! You have taken the brave step by clicking on this link to embark on a journey towards mental & emotional well-being, this is awesome, congratulations. How can I help? Are you feeling despair, confusion, regret, hopelessness, and distraught? Are you in physical, emotional and psychological distress more than you can imagine? You are in the right place. I strive to create a space where you feel supported and heard with a client-centered approach to empower individuals as they navigate life transitions, and maximize personal growth in meaningful ways. For over 24 years I have delivered excellence in clinical service to individuals, families, children, and couples with an emphasis on cultural responsive practice. I have witnessed first hand over the last several decades the transformative power of compassionate therapy and have been privileged to watch lives completely transform. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking relief from emotional distress, experiencing the dissolve of a relationship, looking for another pathway in your life or looking to strengthen relationships, I provide a safe and confidential space where you can explore challenges and discover solutions and achieve growth, by engaging in therapeutic conversations. You have what it takes to make it through this challenging time,together, we'll work collaboratively to uncover your strengths, cultivate resilience, and empower you to live a more fulfilling life. Your well-being is my priority, and I’m committed to helping you achieve lasting positive changes. It is important to note that the power to change lies within you, not the therapeutic style,and my goal is to support you on that journey. One of my areas of specialization is working with racialized clients, vulnerable clients and marginalized clients. I am sensitive to the cultural nuances that are barriers for service and those that assist in cultural sensitive practices . I have had clients that have never entered the therapeutic area and made brave choices that changed the trajectory of their lives by saying yes to therapy. Please consider taking a risk and seeing where you land, you might surprise yourself but, if you don’t try you will never know . I am eclectic in my approach and draw on many other modalities as needed delivering evidence based treatment and expertise in but not exclusively in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Narrative Therapy , Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioural Therapy(DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Trauma Focused CBT with a cultural sensitivity and diversity lens . My unique ability to connect with others, compassion and non-judgmental approach, coupled with decades of experience and therapeutic skill set makes me uniquely suited to provide the best client-centered care to you and your family.
TRAINING
Online or In-Person
I have dedicated my career to supporting professionals - those particularly in children's mental health, education, family services, and law enforcement conceptualize and apply trauma-informed practice with a specific emphasis on cultural considerations, racial trauma, and intergenerational trauma. My training also focuses on Anti-Black racism and anti-oppressive and decolonized practice in trauma assessment and treatment for children and youth with a specific emphasis on racial trauma. My trainings additionally focus on culturally relevant frameworks and how to embed and celebrate one's cultural identity. Lastly, my experience has taught me that racism over time, can chip away at one’s emotional, physical, and spiritual resources, and as such, I have a particular interest in supporting mental health professionals navigate self-care in order to mitigate the risk of burnout, vicarious trauma, and compassion fatigue
CLINICAL CONSULTATION
Online or In-Person
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CLINICAL SUPERVISION
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