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Veronica Miller

Pembroke,Canada

Summary

Compassionate therapist with expertise in fostering empathic relationships and implementing holistic practices. Proficient in delivering culturally sensitive therapy through evidence-based methods, leading to improved client well-being. Recognized for maintaining confidentiality and excellence in case management while advocating for Indigenous communities. Aiming to further enhance therapeutic outcomes in diverse populations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family and Child Therapist - Indigenous

The Phoenix Centre for Children and Families
Pembroke, Ontario
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provide direct counselling to children, youth, and adults focusing on mental health, parenting support and positive attachment through the organization’s brief therapy and therapy program and incorporating the two-eyed seeing approach by applying an Indigenous lens and the care principles of CBT, narrative therapy and solution-focused therapy in an empathic and culturally safe environment

Prevention Worker

Anishinabek Gamik Pikwakanagan Children and Family Services
Pikwakanagan First Nations, Canada
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Providing community-based activities and support emphasizing wrap-around care, including prevention services to support the health and wellbeing of the children, families and caregivers of Pikwakanagan First Nation who are at risk of becoming involved with the child welfare system. Services to families involved with child welfare by providing the family with therapeutic support, educational support, advocacy, and referral services to strengthen the family unit.

Education

BA (Hons) - Equity, Diversity, Human Rights

Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario
01-2024

Master of Social Work - Indigenous Field of Study

Wilfrid Laurier University
Kitchener, Ontario
10-2023

Honours Bachelor in Indigenous Social Work -

Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario
06-2022

Social Service Worker -

Algonquin College
Pembroke, Ontario
06-2019

Skills

  • Confidentiality
  • Empathic
  • Trustworthy
  • Advocate
  • Holistic Practices
  • Mindfulness
  • Teachable
  • Independent
  • Client Services
  • Active listening
  • Client assessment
  • Case management
  • Knowledge of customary care
  • Knowledge of client service plans
  • Therapeutic relationship-building
  • Rapport building
  • Referral coordination
  • Family support
  • Advocacy
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Evidence-based reporting
  • Administrative duties
  • Individualized treatment planning
  • Multicultural competence

Certification

  • Registered Social Worker Certification
  • Indigenous Helper Wellness-Building Skills for Self-Care-Shkaabe Makwa/Indigenous Certification Board of Canada
  • Indigenous Law Training- Band Court Representative- Hensel Barristers
  • Indigenous Child Welfare- Hensel Barristers
  • HEART AND SPIRIT-Association of Native Child and Family Services Agencies of Ontario
  • Becoming An Ally- Association of Native Child and Family Services Agencies of Ontario
  • Indigenous Trauma Training- Restoring Balance
  • Indigenous Canada Certificate
  • VTRA Training- Violent Threat Risk Assessment: Level One
  • Victims of Violence- Childhood Trauma and Neglect, Trauma & Victims of Violence, Trauma-Informed Care
  • Psychological Profiling of Human Trafficking Survivors
  • KNOW MORE ABOUT HUMAN TRAFFICKING Certificate

Skills

Advocate for inclusive, diverse and safe spaces in workplaces and communit, holistic care utilizing the medicine wheel embodies physical, spiritual, emotional and mental wellness, Facilitation of group programming and group activities, Development of resources and supports available locally, federally, and provincially for individuals, families and staff., Provide online and one-on-one counselling to youth, both Indigenous and non-indigenous, who face challenge with a range of mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse, Knowledge of the impact of historical and intergenerational trauma on Indigenous communities, Intakes of new clients as they come into service, determining needs, Active listening and treating each client with dignity and respect., Client assessment and case management., Knowledge about Customary Care, Knowledge of client service plans (genograms, assessment planning), Build solid therapeutic relationships with clients, fostering a safe and supportive environment., Quickly establish rapport with individuals at all professional levels and diverse cultures., Coordinate and provide referrals and advocacy for clients requiring specialized and professional services within the community, Home visits, workshops, and in-office meetings to provide guidance/help/support, Providing family support and advocacy to families during child welfare investigations, Liaises with Family & Children Services and other external organizations, Sensitive and empathic to Indigenous communities' customs, cultural teachings, and traditions, Ensure client case files are maintained and updated regularly, Knowledge of various community service providers, Develop and implement tools to ensure evidence-based reporting, Conducted administrative duties, including filing, answering phones, responding to emails, and preparing documents.

Timeline

Family and Child Therapist - Indigenous

The Phoenix Centre for Children and Families
01.2023 - 01.2024

Prevention Worker

Anishinabek Gamik Pikwakanagan Children and Family Services
01.2020 - 12.2022

BA (Hons) - Equity, Diversity, Human Rights

Laurentian University

Master of Social Work - Indigenous Field of Study

Wilfrid Laurier University

Honours Bachelor in Indigenous Social Work -

Laurentian University

Social Service Worker -

Algonquin College
Veronica Miller