My name is Paulette Smith and I am a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience working with children, youth and adults. My education and training include Bachelor of Arts (Sociology), Bachelor of Social Work, and Master of Social Work degrees. I am a mentor and facilitator who is committed to ongoing learning.

Bereavement and grief counselling are provided to individuals experiencing grief, loss and trauma. I recognize the process of grief encompasses a number of complicating factors; therefore, I use a variety of therapeutic interventions which includes Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’ Five Stages of Grief, Complicated Grief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Trauma Informed Therapy to help individuals process their grief.

Anti-Black Racism and Systematic Discrimination are embedded in institutions, policies, and practices which include the de-humanization, indifference to suffering, and limits one's social mobility. Through the use of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework you will be provided with strategies of empowerment that garner respect for your skills, talents and abilities.

I work from an Anti-Oppressive and Trauma Informed lens with modalities that are Person-Centered, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness in supporting clients to address and effectively manage a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and FASD. Additionally, providing strength based strategies to children who have experienced bullying and Anti-Black Racism, and victims of intimate partner violence. I enjoy working with individuals with diverse intersectionalities.