Michelle Régnier | Registered Social Worker

Parcours

I am a Registered Social Worker with an MSW from the University of Waterloo and a BSW from McGill University. My background includes over a decade as a healthcare activist, along with clinical roles in hospitals, schools, and community organizations. I also hold additional credentials in Thanatology (grief, loss, and end-of-life care) and Behavioural Science (neurodiverse populations). I currently provide psychotherapy through the Toronto Psychology Clinic, offer counselling and facilitate programs at Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation, and deliver culturally informed therapy for NIHB participants.

Votre expérience thérapeutique avec moi

Clients often describe working with me as a collaborative, validating, and empowering experience. I offer a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and strengths-based approach, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore challenges at your own pace. I work from a place of deep empathy and lived experience—particularly with cancer survivorship and intergenerational trauma—allowing me to hold space for the emotional complexity of life-altering events. Together, we will work toward clarity, resilience, and meaningful change.

Domaines d’expertise

Ces domaines représentent mes expertises principales, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une vaste expérience clinique.

Grief, Loss, And Bereavement

Cancer Survivorship And Chronic Illness

End-of-life Care And Emotional Support For Individuals And Caregivers

Life Transitions And Identity Shifts

Trauma And Intergenerational Trauma

Interpersonal Relationships And Boundaries

J’offre également un accompagnement compétent dans ces domaines et j’accueille les client·e·s qui souhaitent du soutien sur ces enjeux.

Neurodiversity (autism, ADHD) And Caregiver Support

Approches thérapeutiques

Voici mes principales approches thérapeutiques, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une expérience clinique approfondie.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to emotional distress and problematic behaviours. By learning to reframe these thoughts and develop healthier coping strategies, clients can make lasting change and improve their overall functioning.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT helps clients develop psychological flexibility by teaching them to accept difficult thoughts and emotions rather than fight or avoid them. Clients learn to connect with the present moment, clarify their personal values, and take committed actions aligned with those values.

Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

This approach reduces stress, anxiety, and emotional reactivity by helping clients observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment. MBSR can enhance emotional regulation, improve focus, and promote a greater sense of calm and well-being.

Somatic Therapy

Somatic therapy focuses on the connection between the mind and body, helping clients become aware of how emotional experiences are stored physically. Through body-based techniques clients learn to release tension, regulate their nervous system, and process trauma.

J’intègre également ces approches fondées sur des données probantes lorsque cela est cliniquement pertinent :

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT)

Solution-focused Therapy

Communautés desservies et expertise culturelle

Voici les populations et communautés culturelles que je suis particulièrement qualifié·e à soutenir.

Populations que je dessers

People Facing Chronic Illness Or Pain

Young Adults

Families

Neurodivergent Clients

Adults

Communautés culturelles que je comprends

Indigenous Community

1st And 2nd Generation Immigrant

Newcomer And Refugee

BIPOC

First Responders

Titres professionnels

Ontario drapeau de la juridiction de réglementation

Registered Social Worker
- No de permis 851883

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Parcours académique

Master of Social Work

Concentration : Healthcare

University of Waterloo, Canada

Bachelor of Social Work, Minor Political Science

Concentration : Healthcare and PoliSci

McGill University, Canada

Formation spécialisée

Certificate, Thanatology

George Brown College

Diploma, Behavioural Science

Humber College

Trauma-Informed Practice

McGill and Waterloo Universities and Workplace

ACT, CBT, DBT, and EFT clinical training

University and Workplace Training

Certificate, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

PESI Canada

Certificate, Somatic Therapy for Stress and Trauma

PESI Canada

Emplacements et services offerts

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