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April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA

April Vass

Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Barrie, ON L4N
Let's Connect (249) 494-5895
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Does it feel like intrusive thoughts are overtaking your world? Are these thoughts sometimes strange and unusual to your character, or do they go against your values? Are you engaging in mental or physical activities to relieve the feelings of distress or discomfort you may be experiencing? Maybe these activities are completed to avoid what feels like an irresistible urge. Are you looking to regain your day-to-day life and learn how to live well with OCD? Or maybe you are looking to address life impacting behaviours such as; skin picking, hair pulling, or tics.
As a well-versed clinician in OCD and a CTSA-Certified clinician in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD; I am here to support you in regaining your life. I am active and present in my treatment approach and strive to teach individuals and families how to live well with OCD. I foster an environment for individuals to become their own champion.
Take the first step to ending the cycle; book a call now! Get started with Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD, Inferenced-based CBT for OCD, Habit Reversal Training for Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours, or Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics offered at OCD Wellness!
Call or April Vass now for a free 15 minute consultation - (249) 494-5895

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

OCD Wellness

Barrie, ON L4N

(249) 494-5895

Collingwood, ON L9Y

You will be connected directly to April. She will provide education around services offered and answer any questions you may have.
I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Body Focused Repetative Behaviours and Tics 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (249) 494-5895
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

OCD Wellness

Barrie, ON L4N

(249) 494-5895

Collingwood, ON L9Y

You will be connected directly to April. She will provide education around services offered and answer any questions you may have.
I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Body Focused Repetative Behaviours and Tics 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa
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April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (249) 494-5895
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (249) 494-5895

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers April Vass
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended University of Toronto, MSW, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with New Brunswick Association of Social Workers 4192
  • Certificate from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine/ Exposure and Response Prevention 2020
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April is a registered Social Worker in Ontario, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 494-5895
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April is a registered Social Worker in Ontario, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 494-5895

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Body Focused Repetative Behaviours
  • Tics

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Hoarding
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
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April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Do these issues align with your needs? or (249) 494-5895
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Do these issues align with your needs? or (249) 494-5895

3 Endorsements

Jessica Pino
Jessica Pino
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSW
I’ve had the pleasure of working along side with April in the past. She is an empathetic, genuine and attentive therapist. She is dedicated to professional growth and goes above and beyond for her clients!
Metamorphosis Centre for Change
Metamorphosis Centre for Change
Treatment CentreCcacAsw
Very helpful and compassionate. Would highly recommend her services
Leah Juras
Leah Juras
Registered PsychotherapistBA HonsMACPRP
April is incredibly knowledgeable and creates a safe and warm environment for her clients. She is genuine, compassionate, and easy to talk to.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
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Courage isn't the absence of fear, but a decision that what we want is more important than what we are afraid of. - Bill Crawford. Treatment will help foster learning that OCD doesn't deserve the time and importance you have been giving it and you can handle the anxiety and fear it sends your way!
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 494-5895
"
Courage isn't the absence of fear, but a decision that what we want is more important than what we are afraid of. - Bill Crawford. Treatment will help foster learning that OCD doesn't deserve the time and importance you have been giving it and you can handle the anxiety and fear it sends your way!
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 494-5895

Location

Primary Location

OCD Wellness

Barrie, ON L4N

(249) 494-5895

Additional Location

Collingwood, ON L9Y

(249) 494-5895

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

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You will be connected directly to April. She will provide education around services offered and answer any questions you may have.
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Call for a free consultation now - (249) 494-5895
"
You will be connected directly to April. She will provide education around services offered and answer any questions you may have.
Photo of April Vass, Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
April Vass
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Call for a free consultation now - (249) 494-5895