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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Photo of Jennifer McGuinness, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW

Jennifer McGuinness

Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW

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Let's Connect (855) 463-1612
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Available online only
Brantford, ON N3R
Adults and adolescents who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life transitions often come to my practice seeking support and clarity. Many are coping with loss, stress, or emotional challenges that feel difficult to manage alone. Through supportive virtual sessions, I work collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, develop practical coping strategies, and strengthen emotional resilience so they can move forward with greater confidence and stability.
I support adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, and lfie transitions. Using CBT and trauma-informed counselling, I help cleints better understand their emotions, develop practice coping skills, and build resilience. I offer compassionate, collaborative therapy through secure virtual sessions.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel difficult, especially when you are already feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. You donèt have to navigate these challenges alone. Therapy offers a supportive space to feel heard and understood, and to begin moving toward healing and meaningful change.
Take the first step to help. Call Jennifer McGuinness now - (855) 463-1612

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Brantford, ON N3R

(855) 463-1612
Therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes in length. Virtual sessions provide flexible access to therapy from the comfort of your home.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (855) 463-1612
Photo of Jennifer McGuinness, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Brantford, ON N3R

(855) 463-1612
Therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes in length. Virtual sessions provide flexible access to therapy from the comfort of your home.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Beneva | SSQ
  • CAF and VAC Approved Provider
  • Criminal Injuries Compensation Board
  • Empire Life, Greenshield, Industrial Alliance
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Green Shield Canada
  • iA Financial Group
  • Manulife
  • Manulife, Assumption Life, Cooperators
  • NIHB approved provider, Others not listed
  • SunLife
  • Sunlife Financial, SSQ Financial, Benecaid
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (855) 463-1612
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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (855) 463-1612

Qualifications

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

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Attended Dalhousie University, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Ontario College of Social Workers 2006
  • Certificate from Ontario Association of Social Workers
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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (855) 463-1612
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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (855) 463-1612

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cancer
  • Career Guidance
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • criminal justice issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • ecounselling
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Do these issues align with your needs? - (855) 463-1612
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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Do these issues align with your needs? - (855) 463-1612

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. - (855) 463-1612
Photo of Jennifer McGuinness, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. - (855) 463-1612

Location

Primary Location

Brantford, ON N3R

(855) 463-1612

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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Therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes in length. Virtual sessions provide flexible access to therapy from the comfort of your home.
Photo of Jennifer McGuinness, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (855) 463-1612
"
Therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes in length. Virtual sessions provide flexible access to therapy from the comfort of your home.
Photo of Jennifer McGuinness, Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Jennifer McGuinness
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (855) 463-1612