Heather Joyce Ripley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (she, her)
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Kanata, ON K2L
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I believe when we feel understood, validated, and supported…we heal. This is what psychotherapy is intended to do. My style is gentle and compassionate. I am an encourager by nature, so can help you identify & build on what you already do well. I am also sensitive by nature and there’s a good chance you are as well (it’s a genetic trait called "Highly Sensitive Person" that shows up in about 20% of the population & about 50% of therapy clients).
Building trusting relationships is one of my strengths. You can expect me to listen deeply, and I am drawn to doing deep work with people. I can help you with: getting comfortable with strong emotions, understanding your needs and wants, setting boundaries for healthy relationships, and processing difficult & traumatic experiences.
I blend somatic interventions (listening to the wisdom of the body) with traditional talk-therapy interventions (listening to the wisdom of the mind), according to what you need/want and find helpful. If what you’ve read resonates with you, feel free to contact me for a consultation (no charge) to see if we would be a good fit for your healing journey.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
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Heather Joyce Ripley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Heather Joyce Ripley
- In Practice for 8 Years
- Certificate from St Thomas University B.A. honours psychology / 2013
- Certificate from Grant MacEwan Community College Social Work Diploma / 1992
- Attended Carleton University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2016
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Heather Joyce Ripley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Coping Skills
- Anxiety
- Emotional Disturbance
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Codependency
- Depression
- Grief
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Heather Joyce Ripley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Body Positivity ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Body Positivity ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email
Heather Joyce Ripley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Last Modified: 18 Apr 2024