My name is Brittany Courteau, I am a registered social worker with the OCSWSSW and CASW. I completed my master’s in social work through the University of Windsor and my undergraduate degree in criminology with honours through Wilfrid Laurier University. I finished my EMDR level 1 and level 2 training and am a member of EMDR Canada and the EMDR International Association. I have spent the past several years working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with complex special needs. Spending this front-line time in social services allowed me to see the connection between unresolved trauma and maladaptive behaviours firsthand.
Making the decision to obtain my master’s and shift my career towards counselling was largely fuelled by my personal and professional experiences. Working in the community I could see the service gaps that existed and understood that one size fits all approaches were not cutting it. My hope was to further my understanding of trauma and how it manifests so that I could work with others in meaningful ways. A quote that has always resonated with me is “Instead of saying “I’m damaged, I’m broken, I have trust issues.” I say, “I’m healing, I’m rediscovering myself, I’m starting over.”- Horacio Jones. Your difficulties don’t have to be a life sentence. With the right guidance you can turn the page and begin anew.
Brittany Courteau, MSW, RSW (she/her/hers)
Registration # 843779
Hi, my name is Ali. Perhaps you’re in a season of your life where things aren’t going the way you expected them to, you’re feeling overwhelmed with symptoms that are keeping you stuck or because you simply feel unsure about how to move forward. I want to assure you that you don’t have to walk this alone and you absolutely deserve high-quality support that is going to help you find your way during this time. As a therapist, I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, life transitions, relationship issues, and behavior change.
My approach is a holistic one that incorporates ideas from several different modalities including both cognitive and trauma focused. I aim to see people as individuals first and strive to provide tailored support based on their individual needs making space for us to build a collaborative relationship leading to an increase in wellbeing.
In addition to my therapy training, I also have a background as a distress line responder and trainer, supporting individuals in their toughest times to provide relief. In all my work I bring the passion to help people feel empowered to change their life in meaningful and lasting ways. Feel free to connect with me today for a free consultation.
Education & Ongoing Learning
• Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology – Yorkville University, (Graduating in August 2024)
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) – Ontario Tech University (2019)
• Distress Line Responder at DCOGT since February 2021
• Distress Line trainer since August 2023
