About Me

Life can have its ups and downs, making it feel overwhelming at times. Are you struggling with, to name a few things, anxiety, overwhelming emotions, having boundaries with others or yourself, parenting, being in an unhealthy or unhappy relationship? I provide a supportive, non-judgemental and safe space, with the focus on developing greater self-awareness, understanding of your emotions, improving your relationships with others and yourself and learning skills to help you manage those overwhelming times. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental approach using emotion focused, mindfulness, self-compassion, and attachment theories.

My experience includes supporting adults with anxiety/depression, abuse, parenting, co-dependency, and separation. I also work

supporting IPV workers with the challenges and impact on them from doing this difficult work. I also worked for five years as a Collaborative Family Law Family Professional supporting couples through the emotional challenges of separation and co-parenting, and bring this knowledge to my practice for those considering separation or are currently in the process and struggling with the emotions related to this experience.

My qualifications include:

Master of Social Work Degree: Children and Families, University of Toronto. 2018
Level 1 & 2: Collaborative Law training
Masters level course: Family Mediation, University of Toronto. 2018
Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree: Women’s Studies & English Literature, Trent University. 2010
Social Service Worker Diploma, Durham College. 2008
Trained in Intimate Partner Violence and Family Law
I continue my education regularly through workshops, certifications, and webinars - see my LinkedIn profile at: www.linkedin.com/in/cherrie-fielder-msw-hba-rsw-1a363720

I am a member in good standing with:

the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW)
Chi Delta, the University of Toronto’s chapter of Phi Alpha Social Work Honour Society

On a personal level, I have embraced the joys and challenges of being a spouse, parent, single parent, stepparent, and grandparent, and bring the knowledge of those experiences to my practice. I look forward to hearing from you.

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