Jade Barker
RSW
Social Worker
Jade is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). Jade holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto with a specialization in Children and their Families and a Bachelor of Social Work with a minor in psychology from Toronto Metropolitan University.
Jade’s approach is eclectic and draws from her specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.
Jade offers virtual support to pre-teens, teens, and parents of children/youth of various ages.
Jade is passionate about empowering teens to thrive, excel, and be their best selves. She enjoys helping them develop healthy ways of managing various challenges earlier in life.
Jade is also passionate about supporting parents with better understanding their children’s needs and learning how to best respond to them in challenging moments. She also enjoys helping families function the best they can by assisting them with addressing unhealthy patterns and dynamics.
Jade works collaboratively with individuals to assess which approach works best for them. Her practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive, strengths based, and trauma-informed approach to create an inclusive, welcoming, and safe space for everyone. She prides herself on being compassionate, understanding, and non-judgmental. She prioritizes developing a trusting working relationship with individuals and wants to ensure that people feel heard and understood.
Jade draws from her experience and training to support individuals with;
- Parent guidance and support
- Anxiety
- Depression and low mood
- Family relationships, dynamics, and conflict
- Emotional expression and regulation
- Life transitions
- Stress and coping
- School difficulties
In Jade’s free time, she enjoys reading, being near the water, taking in a good sunset, journaling, and spending time with her dog, family, and friends.
Jade looks forward to meeting you and is excited to support you in reaching your goals!
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do.”
-Brene Brown
