THERAPY, CONSULTATION

Daria Pool

MSW., RSW.

You are valuable just because you exist. Not because of what you do or what you have done, but simply because you are.
— Max Lucado

I am a clinical social worker with over 20 years of service supporting children and families. I graduated with an Master of Social Work degree from Dalhousie University and have provided training and consultation to social workers across Ontario, Alberta, and Michigan. I specialize in fostering resilience, mindfulness, connection, and empowerment, working with children under 12 and adults of all ages. I use therapeutic approaches such as Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy, and Somatic EMDR to empower my clients to navigate life’s challenges. I particularly enjoy supporting overwhelmed parents and those navigating the challenges of co-parenting. As a certified Diabetes and Mental Health practitioner, I bring personal and professional insight to supporting clients dealing with chronic illness. Throughout the counselling process, I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental space for my clients, believing everyone possesses the capacity for joy, peace, and self-compassion.

I am also a bonus caregiver to my twin grandsons.  In my spare time, I love to crochet, quilt, hike, and play with my golden retriever puppy, “Honey.”  

Counselling – children up to 12, young adults, parents, separated/divorced parents, people living with chronic illnesses and their family members

What I love about counselling:

I feel it is a great privilege to be invited to walk alongside people in their journey.  I know that it takes a huge amount of courage for people to open up about their personal struggles, and I am honoured by their trust. I learn just as much from the experiences they share with me as they gain from me in our sessions.

Education:

Master of Social Work - Dalhousie University

Special Training:

Somatic EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

Infant Mental Health

A Few of My Favourite Things:

Colour - Blue

Animal - All cats, and my Golden Retriever

Movie - Silver Linings Playbook

Food - Chocolate

Treat - Chocolate!