Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2 (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

12 Endorsed

37 Sandiford Drive, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A

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Do you find yourself struggling to move past your past? Do you feel stuck in the depths of depression? Are you struggling to manage your anger or self-criticism? Are you exhausted from dealing with anxiety or PTSD? If so, I sincerely want to work WITH you to achieve the life, and the inner peace you deserve." For the past 15 years, I've had the privilege of witnessing people's courage to share their stories and lives with me. Through sharing your difficulties with a therapist you trust, and being willing to be vulnerable in a therapeutic relationship, change happens.

I am a Certified EMDR Therapist, and have experience and training in Internal Family Systems (parts work), Deep Brain Reorienting, Narrative Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. Most importantly, clients have told me that they feel safe with me, not judged, and they appreciate my friendly, down-to-earth approach.

It's not easy to reach out for help; I know - I've been there. It takes an authentic connection with a person who 'sees' and hears you for therapy to be meaningful and effective. Wishing you the best on your search for that right person. Perhaps that's me.

Call or Email Dawn Bernard now for a free 15 minute consultation - (365) 363-0501

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

37 Sandiford Drive

Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A map

(365) 363-0501

Richmond Hill, ON L4C

I offer in-person, virtual & phone appointments in Stouffville. Evenings available.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Mood Disorders

$175 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

37 Sandiford Drive

Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A map

(365) 363-0501

Richmond Hill, ON L4C

I offer in-person, virtual & phone appointments in Stouffville. Evenings available.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Mood Disorders

$175 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Services provided by a Registered Social Worker or a Registered Psychotherapist are covered by most extended healthcare benefits.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

Services provided by a Registered Social Worker or a Registered Psychotherapist are covered by most extended healthcare benefits.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Dawn Bernard

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 20 years

Attended University of Toronto, MSW, Graduated 2015

Additional Credentials

Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers 823553

Degree/Diploma from George Brown College Human Services Counsellor

Degree/Diploma from Ryerson University BSW

As a Certified EMDR Therapist, I work to help you process and integrate past trauma to help you reclaim your life.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

As a Certified EMDR Therapist, I work to help you process and integrate past trauma to help you reclaim your life.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Mood Disorders

Expertise

Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Burnout/Overwhelm
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
First Responders
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Veterans
Women's Issues

I have focused on gaining advanced, specialized training in working with people struggling with: PTSD, Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Panic & Phobia, trauma & depression, such as: First Responders, Veterans & Active Members of the Military, Survivors of Motor Vehicle Accidents & Crime, Survivors of Sexual Violence and Survivors of Childhood Abuse & Neglect.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

12 Endorsements

Diana Freitas

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Dawn is a warm, supportive, and skilled therapist. She provides her clients with her fullest attention and supports them thoroughly on their journey towards change. I recommend her!

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Kathryn Weiser

Registered Social Worker, MHSc, MSW, RSW

Ashley Carr

Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW

I have had the absolute pleasure of working alongside Dawn in the past. She is knowledgeable, warm, empathic, and dedicated to her clients and their healing. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Deep Brain Reorienting
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Feminist
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Narrative
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

My approach draws from somatic approaches to healing, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Deep Brain Reorienting, Somatically Informed Internal Family Systems (IFS), Polyvagal Theory and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. I also incorporate strategies from Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Compassion-Based Approaches.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 363-0501

Location

Primary Location

37 Sandiford Drive

Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A

(365) 363-0501

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My website

Additional Location

Richmond Hill, ON L4C

(365) 363-0501

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Postal Codes

I offer in-person, virtual & phone appointments in Stouffville. Evenings available.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call for a free consultation now - (365) 363-0501

I offer in-person, virtual & phone appointments in Stouffville. Evenings available.

Dawn Bernard

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP, EMDR II, IFS L2

Call for a free consultation now - (365) 363-0501