Speaking

I am available to present and speak on a variety of clinical social work topics in psychotherapy and front line work. As a speaker, I seek to create connections, make information accessible, incorporating participation, mindfulness, reflection and an approachable tone. My talks are designed with your setting in mind.

I am trained in Somatic Experiencing: Levels 1 and 2 from the Somatic Experiencing Institute. Additionally, I am trained in the ICA Institute model of collaborative facilitation.

Past speaking clients include: The Ontario Association of Social Workers, Ontario Municipal Social Services Association, SickKids Learning Institute, Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute, Sherbourne Health Centre. Additionally, I have taught over 18+ courses at Toronto Metropolitan University and George Brown College.

My presentation topics include:

  • Self and collective care ,
  • Trauma-informed Practice and Leadership
  • Sustaining activism and aligning actions with values
  • Vicarious trauma and burnout
  • Gender-based violence
  • Equity and social justice
  • Mental health
  • and many others

Testimonials

“The speaker was very knowledgeable and was very good at pointing out important aspects to trauma, while providing examples to make it comprehendible.”

“Having the speaker go through the material at a slower pace facilitated processing of what she had to say.”

”Deeply moving”

”An extremely knowledgeable speaker”
— Past audience feedback

Contact me about a speaking engagement at your organization or community.