The Team
Candice Rousseau MSW, BSW, RSW
Hey there. Welcome! I'm Candice, I am thrilled that you made it this far and are interested in embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Allow me to share a glimpse into my life. I take immense pride in being a mother to three beautiful children and have dedicated the past 15 years to my own healing journey. Along the way, I have encountered seemingly insurmountable challenges, but with unwavering support, an open mind, and the wisdom gained from both difficult and beautiful experiences, I am here to offer guidance to others navigating life's obstacles.
My specialty focuses on the principles of Attachment Theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). These approaches allow me to help individuals and couples navigate complex emotional dynamics.
Attachment Theory suggests that the quality of early bonds to our caregivers can significantly impact an individual's ability to form and maintain relationships later in life. By exploring early attachment experiences, we can better understand how these experiences influence emotional regulation, social interactions, and overall well-being in adulthood.
Emotionally Focused Therapy helps individuals explore their emotional connections to themselves and others, leading to a better understanding of their emotions to help heal relationships, improve communication, and strengthen emotional bonds in adult relationships.
While my approach is based on Attachment Theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I also integrate elements from other therapeutic modalities to provide a tailored approach for each individual, ensuring you feel safe, understood, and valued as you embark on your journey toward healing.
Education
Areas of Interest
Certifications
University of Windsor, Master of Social Work, 2023
Dalhousie University, Bachelor of Social Work, 2022
Brock University, Women and Gender Studies, 2015
Niagara College, Social Service Worker, 2007
Certifications
Areas of Interest
Certifications
Emotional Focused Therapy, Fundamentals of EFT, International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
Emotional Focused Couples Therapy, Externship, International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy
Basics of CBT: Essentials I – Beck institute
CBT in Practice: Essentials II- Beck institute
Attachment and Trauma- International Trauma Training Institute
Training
Areas of Interest
Areas of Interest
Mental Health Care Recovery
Emotion Centre Focused Meditation
First Aid Mental Health Training for Adults and Seniors
Self-Care and the Therapeutic Process
How to Identify and Treat Dissociation
Areas of Interest
Areas of Interest
Areas of Interest
Couples/Marital Counselling
Divorce Recovery
Adult ADD/ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Premarital Counselling
Self-esteem
Male/Female Issues
Communication Barriers
Co-dependency
Post-partum Depression & Anxiety
Alissa Davis, BSW, RSW
Hi there! My name is Alissa and I am thrilled to join you on your healing journey. Every one of us has a story that is unique to us - shaping who we are and how we see the world. There is nothing easy about the path we choose to travel and as social creatures, not all roads are meant to be travelled alone. I am here to help you on that journey.
My professional career spans more than a decade in health care, equipping me with a unique and diverse set of skills to help clients reach their goals of care and optimize personal well-being. My practice focuses on trust, mutual respect, and relatability. While therapy is clinical, I believe it should not feel cold or sterile and I welcome you to embrace the discomfort of vulnerability in a safe space free of critical gaze. As an expert of your own lived experience, I help you explore strategies and develop tools to work through your challenges whether through structured modalities (i.e. CBT, DBT), traditional talk therapy, or a combination of approaches.
Of course, my professional ventures are only a fraction of what defines me. I was born and raised in Pelham and I am thrilled to continue supporting the community I call home. I am happily married to my husband and together we share two children and our Bernese Mountain dog whom we affectionately refer to as Bruce the Moose. If I’m not balancing work with family life, I’m likely working on a new hobby or immersed in my studies as a MSW student at the University of Waterloo.
Looking back, I am reminded just how much my own journey has weaved in and out in ways I never expected. I certainly never dreamed of being where I am today, nor was it a predictable or painless journey. But let that serve as a reminder of the realm of possibilities available to you. I believe change is possible and I hope that through our work together you too will feel inspired to grow.
Education
Certifications/ Training
Certifications/ Training
University of Waterloo, Master of Social Work, Anticipated 2026
Dalhousie University, Bachelor of Social Work, 2022
Niagara College, Practical Nursing, 2009
Certifications/ Training
Certifications/ Training
Certifications/ Training
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Beyond Basics: Integrating and Applying ACT to Enhance Your Practice
Building an Understanding of the Neurocognitive Challenges Associated with Depression and Anxiety
Disability Management
Foundations of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Fundamentals of Palliative Care, 2023
HPCO Grief Education Series
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Beyond Basics: Integrating and Applying ACT to Enhance Your Practice
Building an Understanding of the Neurocognitive Challenges Associated with Depression and Anxiety
Disability Management
Foundations of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Fundamentals of Palliative Care, 2023
HPCO Grief Education Series 1 and 2
McMaster Social Work Field Instructor Level 1, 2024
Areas of Interest
Certifications/ Training
Areas of Interest
Anxiety
Depression
Poor Self-Esteem
Postpartum depression
& anxiety
Relational Conflict
Grief and Loss
Chronic Illness and Pain
End-of-Life Work
Life Legacy Work
Caregiver Burnout
ADHD Coping Strategies
Perinatal loss (miscarriages, still birth and medical termination)
Dannika Mete MSW, RSW
Hello and Welcome! My name is Dannika. I believe that everyone is capable of change with the right tools and support, and I am excited to be with you on your therapy journey.
My own childhood experiences led me on a pathway of healing and growth as an adult and, ultimately, toward becoming a therapist. With both my personal and professional experiences, I’d like to support you on your healing journey.
My professional path has taken me into several different roles over the past fifteen years and clinically as a therapist over the past ten years, supporting couples, parents, youth, and adult individuals along the way. After a brief hiatus, Niagara has called me back to my roots as someone born and raised in this area, and I am proud to call it home once again.
While I received my professional degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child and Youth Studies and Sociology at Brock University, A Bachelor of Social Work Degree at Lakehead University and my Master of Social Work degree at the University of Toronto with a focus on health and mental health, I also lean on my additional training in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (Skills Focused) and more. I wholeheartedly believe that we are all complex and unique beings. Therefore, I practice as an eclectic therapist, meaning that I draw from different modalities to support you in the best possible way I can.
While I enjoy working with various people, I especially enjoy working with couples, families, parents and youth 12+ for multiple concerns. Some of my focuses include relational challenges, communication challenges, anxiety, ADHD, self-image, self-esteem and family of origin concerns.
Ultimately, I firmly believe that at the heart of therapy is connection: your connection to your therapist and a focus on improving connections in your life, whether with yourself, your significant other, your child, your family or other important people in your life.
On that note, I’d like to share a bit about myself for you to connect with me. I am a wife, a mama to two fur babies, a sister, a friend, an auntie to several nieces and nephews and a godmother to two children. You can often find me cooking and sharing social time with others, exploring and embracing nature and the outdoors, weightlifting in the gym, practicing yoga and enjoying concerts in my spare time.
If you have connected to what I have shared and are interested in learning more about me and working with me, let’s chat!
Education
Areas of Interest
Certifications
University of Toronto, Master of Social Work, 2015
Lakehead University, Bachelor of Social Work, 2014
Brock University, Bachelor of Arts Combined Degree in Child and Youth Studies and Sociology, 2013
Certifications
Areas of Interest
Certifications
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills Training – Dr. Marsha Linehan through Psychwire
Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Couples – Dr. Sue Johnson (Pesi)
Foundations of CBT - Psychwire
Infant Mental Health Certificate – SickKids Hospital
Make the Connection (Attachment-Based) - Certified Parent Leader Level 1 and 2 – Psychology Foundation of Can
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills Training – Dr. Marsha Linehan through Psychwire
Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Couples – Dr. Sue Johnson (Pesi)
Foundations of CBT - Psychwire
Infant Mental Health Certificate – SickKids Hospital
Make the Connection (Attachment-Based) - Certified Parent Leader Level 1 and 2 – Psychology Foundation of Canada
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – National Therapist Certification Program
Training
Areas of Interest
Areas of Interest
Foundations of Couples Counselling
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Applications
Mindful Self-Compassion
Expressive Arts Therapy for Children and Adolescents
Executive Skills Coaching - Training for ADHD
Collaborative and Proactive Solutions: for Social, Emotional and Behavioural Challenges
Watch, Wait, Wonder (Attachment-Based Parent Training) -
Foundations of Couples Counselling
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Applications
Mindful Self-Compassion
Expressive Arts Therapy for Children and Adolescents
Executive Skills Coaching - Training for ADHD
Collaborative and Proactive Solutions: for Social, Emotional and Behavioural Challenges
Watch, Wait, Wonder (Attachment-Based Parent Training) - Dr. Mirek Lokkasek
Circle of Security (Attachment-Based Parent Group Training) c
Areas of Interest
Areas of Interest
Areas of Interest
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Therapy
Youth 12+
Parenting coaching
Body image
Disordered eating
Self-Esteem
ADD/ ADHD
Self-harm
Depression/ anxiety
Phobias