Gillian Veitch

BSW, MSW, RSW

About Gillian:

Gillian supports clients using an eclectic perspective and evidence-based approaches to care. Holding a strong belief that everyone has the capacity to heal from the past, learn new skills to help us in our daily lives and to build a hopeful, happy life, Gillian engages in a relational and strengths based approach. She is passionate about supporting individuals with many life issues including depression, anxiety, addictions, fears, and uncertainty, helping them to become unstuck from old patterns and engage more positively and productively in their lives. Drawing also from personal experiences of grief, loss, family addictions and mental health, she meets her clients from an empathetic and compassionate place of learning, healing and growth. Gillian works from a philosophy that includes elements of spirituality, mindfulness, 12-step groups, art, culture, film and literature. (Ask her about her love of horror movies and crafting).

Gillian obtained a Bachelor of Social Work from University of Waterloo in 2014 and a Masters of Social Work from the University of Windsor in 2024. Previously, Gillian also completed an Arts Degree in English and Women’s studies at York University in Toronto. As a lifelong learner and curious human she continues her training, to date having completed advanced certification inCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Addictions, with additional post-degree training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing and Polyvagal Theory. Gillian has 10 + years of experience supporting individuals with addiction and mental health challenges as well as background in outreach, community health care, and live-in addiction treatment settings.

Practice Focus:

Gillian is experienced in working with youth (16+), adults of all ages, and elders (65+), LGBTQIA2S+ folks and diverse populations. She offers sessions by phone, online or in person.

Therapeutic modalities:

Gillian integrates several therapeutic modalities into her work including the Recovery Model, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Polyvagal Theory, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness.

I have worked with individuals experiencing:

Overuse or addictions to substances such as alcohol or drugs
Anxiety, depression, social anxiety, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders
Low self esteem, low self worth, attachment issues, dysfunctional families
Anger issues, difficulty recognizing or regulating emotions
Neurodivergence – Autism, ADHD etc
Communication issues and conflicts- in intimate relationships, families, friendships, at work
Relationship breakups
Chronic health issues
Suicidality
LGBTQIA2S+ issues
Time management, organization and life balance, academic stress
Connecting with values, setting future goals
Grief and loss
Work stress and career issues
Situational issues and life transitions

Contact:

gillianv.socc@gmail.com
(519) 746-2323 ext 507

Current Fees:

Individual Session – 55 Minutes – $140

Individual Session – 85 Minutes – $210