Angela Geddes

Linda has dedicated her career to social work for 38 years, bringing deep compassion and a wealth of experience to every aspect of her practice.

With a focus on mental health, life transitions, stress management, and self-care, Linda brings knowledge, expertise, and an eclectic approach to help support individuals by learning how to navigate and manage life’s challenges.

By working together, a unique and individualized approach is created that supports growth and development, offering strategies and techniques to help find balance and alignment with personal goals and values.

RSW / MSW

Catherine is a registered social worker (MSW), with specialized knowledge and experience working with children, youth and their families with possible or diagnosed FASD. Catherine has over 8 years experience working with clients facing physical, developmental, and mental health challenges. She is passionate about working with children and youth with complex neurodevelopmental disorders, and uses a strength based approach to support her clients. She is passionate about advocating and bringing awareness to FASD to the broader community.

Catherine has experience working as an FASD Consultant, FASD Clinic Coordinator, and Therapist. She has also been involved in a number of community based programs for children and youth with FASD, such as specialized camps, social groups, and mentorship programs. These programs provide opportunities for children, youth, and their parents and caregivers to make connections in the FASD community and find support.

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Shannon brings with her years of experience teaching yoga and facilitating meditation practices. Shannon has unique skills and perspectives since she has recently been diagnosed with FASD after years of being misdiagnosed and misunderstood. She maintains that the greatest gift the diagnostic clarity has provided for her has been compassion; for herself and for others in her circle. She understands that some of her lifelong challenges were not her fault and how her challenges impacted the people who love and care about her as well.

Shannon is committed to healing out loud and supporting others who are also just learning about the implications of prenatal alcohol exposure on their day-to-day experiences. Shannon participates with Angela Geddes during her sessions with adults because Angela believes that nobody can speak directly to how FASD impacts individuals and families better than those who live this every day! Angela brings research, evidence, Social Work practice standards, safety and expertise to the sessions and insights from a variety of individuals and families. She incorporates customized modalities and Shannon enhances these approaches with real discussions about the challenges and achievements. Together they aim to provide a sense of hope, creativity and inspiration.

Kerri is a compassionate and experienced Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and social worker (RSSW), and has completed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University.

With a rich background in supporting children and adults facing complex challenges, Kerri has extensive experience working with individuals living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Dual Diagnosis, trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI/ABI), ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). She is deeply committed to advocating for those with invisible disabilities, ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve.

Kerri's unique perspective is further enriched by her 25-year military career, where she served as an Aeromedical Flight Medic. This experience has given her a distinctive clinical background and a fierce passion for supporting people when they need it most. Whether you or a loved one are seeking guidance and understanding in navigating complex mental health or developmental conditions, Kerri is here to provide the support and expertise you need.

She is in the Belleville area and is able to provide both in-person and virtual support. 

Dawn-Marie is a compassionate Social Service Worker and certified yoga teacher who brings a holistic approach to supporting individuals with complex mental health needs, neurodivergence, and developmental conditions. With three years of experience in community-based settings, she is dedicated to helping individuals build resilience, confidence, and well-being.

Dawn-Marie has extensive experience working with youth in mental health and wellness groups and continues to support adults in semi-independent living settings. She helps individuals navigate daily challenges and institutional systems, offering practical support and strategies for enhancing life skills, managing mental health, and achieving personal goals.

Passionate about empowering individuals of all ages, Dawn-Marie helps clients develop the skills and resources they need to thrive. Through yoga, she integrates mindfulness, breathwork, and movement techniques to foster self-awareness, balance, and emotional regulation, addressing both mind and body for long-term well-being.

With a collaborative, individualized approach, Dawn-Marie works closely with clients and their care teams to ensure personalized support. She is committed to creating nurturing spaces where individuals are welcomed as they are, providing the support needed to navigate their journeys with confidence and dignity.

CYC

Karen is a dedicated Child and Youth Care Practitioner offering over 30 years of combined experience in Child Welfare and residential services. Specializing in supporting children and youth affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and their caregivers. She has a proven ability to build trusting relationships with service recipients, families and community resources to foster a supportive and nurturing environment.

Karen is a strong advocate for a trauma-responsive approach for individuals with complex needs.

Karen is able to provide support in-person to families and youth in the Bowmanville area and surrounding communities including Durham Region and the Kawarthas as well as virtual support outside of this region.

RWS / MSW

Samantha is a compassionate, authentic, and approachable registered social worker (RSW, MSW) with a strong background in supporting children and families with diverse and complex needs. Her professional and personal experience spans multiple sectors, including child welfare, counselling, and as a former Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) coordinator in Windsor, Ontario.

Sam draws on a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach in her work and is committed to fostering resilience and empowerment in the individuals and families she supports. She integrates clinical knowledge with an intuitive, down-to-earth presence, and she is known for her ability to build trust and rapport with clients of all ages and backgrounds. Rooted in values of inclusivity, empathy, and collaboration, Sam believes in meeting people where they are and building meaningful, supportive relationships every step of the way.

Sam offers services online across the province and will soon also offer in-person services in Windsor.

I am a student with Yorkville University completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP). Currently I am looking forward to starting out my helping career and working with individuals who are seeking help or insight into their mental health. However, as a student while I continue to work with mental health concerns, it is important to me that I start professional development, as well as consider where my niche in the industry may be. Working with Angela will allow me some professional development and education on FASD, which I look forward to continuing to learn more about. I'm not shy to admit that I have interests in other areas as well like couples and relationships therapy, sex therapy, and trauma. Both of which are some areas I would also like to seek further development in.  Most importantly I feel strongly about helping people live the best life they can imagine. Through fostering hope and courage, to learning new skills. I believe that everyone deserves to feel like there is at least one person in their corner. 

In my education I have identified my own interest in cognitive behavioural therapy, as well as some strengths based or person centered. I wish to one day be able to integrate multiple approaches as I do believe that treatment is tailored specifically to an individual to maximize their potential with progress in treatment. But I also understand that no all people are the same, and being able to understand and utilize multiple approaches can help me shape the most beneficial treatment, and plans to that individual.