Tabitha Phiri

Accomplished Psychotherapist with 12 years of experience counseling individuals and families with psychological, social, emotional and behavioral disorders. Positive, vibrant team member with focus on accurately identifying issues and evaluating best techniques for treatment. Dedicated to offering quality services and maintaining knowledge of latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

• Collaborated with team of 13 in the development of Culturally Competent Domestic Violence Training Modules for working with immigrants experiencing domestic violence.
• Conducted three-3 year long research projects on economic security, relationships and programs and services among immigrants living in Central Alberta.
• Chaired a team of 23 members of a domestic violence research advisory committee.
• Co-chaired a team of 17 members of the "Making Life Easier" research advisory committee.
• Chaired 3 different teams of 9 - 13 members for 3 different research projects.
• Supervised over 40 practicum students.
• Chaired the Domestic Violence Relational Committee of 15 members and developed an Empathy Map and training modules.

Certification

• Certified Psychotherapist, Multicultural Health Brokers Coop - Since February, 2022.
• Canadian Certified Counsellor, Canadian Counseling and Psychotherapy Association - 2023-05-31 to 2026-04-01

Certificates

• Somatic Attachment Therapy Healing the Self and Healing in Relationships (Phase 2 & 3, May 2023), The Embody.
• Somatic Attachment Therapy Healing the Self and Healing in Relationships (Phase 1, March 2023), The Embody.
• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma (December 2022), Jack Hirose & Associates INC.
• Words Are Not Enough: Sensorimotor Interventions for Suicidality Among Adults, Adolescents and Children (October 2022), Lifespan Learning Institute.
• GBAPLUS Gender Based Analysis Plus (July 2022), GBA+ Team Department for Women & Gender Equality, Government of Canada.
• Brain Story (July 2022), Alberta Family Wellness Initiative.
• Danger Assessment (May 2022), Johns Hopkins.
• First Responder for Sexual Assault and Abuse Training (April 2021), Association of Alberta Assault Services.

• Travelling by land, sea and air
• Gardening
• Hiking

Awards

October 2022
Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Award winner. Nominated by MLA Ron Orr Member of the Legislative Assembly for Lacombe-Ponoka.

May 2019
Alberta Diversity Award Winner. Nominated by MLA Ron Orr Member of the Legislative Assembly for Lacombe-Ponoka.

April 2019
Nominee Woman of Excellence: Red Deer & District Community Foundation’s “Women of Excellence” Awards.

May 2011
Domestic Violence Front Line Service Providers’ Award: Domestic Relationship Violence Initiative Committee (DRVIC) in recognition of and appreciation for my outstanding services working with those affected by domestic violence.

June 2002
Soroptimist International of the Americas Women's Opportunity Awards, in support and recognition of my efforts to enhance my career potential.

February 2000
General Conference Women's Ministries Scholarship, for personal commitment, leadership skills, and academic achievement.