Area of Focus:

Psychosis, Eating Disorders, Women's  Health

Susan is an accomplished registered social worker and psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). With a holistic educational background, she holds a Master's degree in Social Work and a Master's in Education from the University of Toronto, complemented by a Bachelor of Social Work and an undergraduate degree from the University of Waterloo.

Her clinical experience spans over three decades, during which she has served in a variety of roles within healthcare settings, encompassing both medical and mental health capacities. Susan has made significant contributions in the field of domestic violence and trauma and has provided invaluable support for individuals dealing with first-episode psychosis

Certified by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, her expertise is not limited to clinical practice; she is also a revered educator. Susan's passion for teaching and sharing knowledge is evident through her engagements with several esteemed educational institutions. She is a member of the faculty of social work at Wilfrid Laurier University, where she teaches CBT, and she holds faculty positions at Fanshawe College and in the family medicine program at McMaster University.

Susan's unique blend of education, extensive clinical practice, and dedication to teaching positions her as a leader in her field, adept in shaping the minds of future social work professionals while continuing to impact the lives of those she counsels positively.