Trishna Wedemire
London,ON
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic social worker with extensive experience in mental health support for diverse populations. Expertise in evidence-based treatments and crisis intervention for youth and young adults. Proven ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration through strong interpersonal and leadership skills. In-depth knowledge of social determinants of health informs tailored psychosocial assessments and interventions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker/Psychotherapist
LaRose Psychology Professional Corporation
London, ON
08.2021 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based interventions for clients.
- Delivered psychotherapy services incorporating CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care techniques.
- Provided individual counselling for youth, adolescents, and young adults.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to address conflicts and enhance relationships.
Social Worker
Child and Parent Resource Institute (CPRI)
London, ON
07.2015 - 02.2025
- Delivered clinical social work services to youth and families in residential mental health settings.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to enhance emotion-regulation and communication skills.
- Collaborated with community agencies for seamless transitions to post-discharge programs.
- Exercised clinical leadership in program planning and evaluation.
- Ensured precise documentation of client progress following agency standards.
Support Services Specialist
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
London, ON
06.2009 - 07.2015
- Developed and managed nationwide support services for individuals affected by brain tumours.
- Delivered and supervised individual and group counselling for patients and families.
- Recruited and trained volunteers to elevate quality of support programs across Canada.
- Established policies and procedures to ensure adherence to best practice guidelines.
- Advised on report preparation, authored support articles, and created resources for constituents.
- Collaborated with psychosocial oncology professionals to enhance service delivery and resource awareness.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Applied Mindfulness Meditation
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON12-2016
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) -
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON06-2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons) - Psychology
King's University College At Western University
06-2004
Skills
- Individual and group counselling
- Crisis intervention
- Family therapy
- Evidence-based practices
- Youth and adolescent specialization
- Trauma-informed care
- Psychosocial assessment
- Diverse population experience
- Resource navigation
- Interpersonal and leadership skills
- Oral and written communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Membership
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Ontario Association of Social Workers
Acheivements
Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work Graduating Class Dean’s List (2009)
University of Toronto Fellowship Award (2009)
Ontario Developmental Services Career Connections Grant (2008, 2009)
Timeline
Social Worker/Psychotherapist
LaRose Psychology Professional Corporation
08.2021 - Current
Social Worker
Child and Parent Resource Institute (CPRI)
07.2015 - 02.2025
Support Services Specialist
Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
06.2009 - 07.2015
Post-Graduate Certificate - Applied Mindfulness Meditation
University of Toronto
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) -
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons) - Psychology
King's University College At Western University
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