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Raelene enjoys everything outdoors where she can feel the tranquility and comfort of nature, a good science fiction novel that transports the mind and world music which she considers food for the soul.

Trust and connection are at the heart of every therapeutic journey. Together, we build a space where we can explore the patterns, histories, and systems that have shaped your path — from family dynamics to cultural and societal influences. As we collaborate, your own strengths and healing strategies remain central, guiding the direction and pace of our work.

Therapy offers space for reflection, self-understanding, and self-compassion. In session, we will draw from a range of approaches to gently navigate the impacts of trauma, intergenerational experiences, depression, anxiety, and other intersecting concerns. Using cognitive, behavioral, emotion-focused, narrative, experiential, culturally grounded, and trauma-aware modalities, we will deepen understanding and tailor each session to align with your values and goals.

My own life has included major transitions — moving between countries, navigating pre- and post-natal experiences, motherhood, and building a life across cultures. These experiences shape the respect, humility, and commitment I bring to this work. Growing up in the Caribbean and later building a family and career in Canada, I’ve been guided by diverse cultural perspectives. They remind me that every person’s path is layered, often unpredictable, and deserving of deep respect. I bring this understanding into every interaction.

For over 20 years, I have been honoured to work in a variety of community health, hospital, corporate, and social service settings. As a proud alumna of both York University (B.A. Hons) and University of Toronto OISE (M.Ed. in Counselling Psychology), I bring both academic training and practical experience to my work — driven by a commitment to serve Ontario communities while maintaining a global perspective through international partnerships.

It has been a privilege to support individuals, couples, and groups as they navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, personality-related challenges, and the complex intersections of chronic physical and mental health. Central to my work is an anti-oppression stance: I actively address the effects of racism, discrimination, immigration and resettlement stress, systemic barriers, violence, pain, and torture — all of which deeply influence mental health. I approach each person’s story with care, cultural humility, and a steadfast commitment to honoring their full context. I will walk beside you as we explore the experiences and patterns that have shaped your journey.

Together, we will build on your strengths and insights to create meaningful steps toward the outcomes you hope for. I am honored to meet you and look forward to discovering ways we can lighten burdens, navigate challenges, and help you move forward in ways that feel real, authentic, and true to you.

“There is no such thing as a single-issue struggle because we do not live single-issue lives,” ~ writer and activist Audre Lorde

Call today for your free 15 min consultation

416-420-8093

Education, Training, Advisory Boards and Facilitation: • Registered member in good standing, College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, May 2015 # 002066

• Member, In Good Standing – Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP), April 2011 to Present

• Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, OISE/University of Toronto, ON, 2010

• Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Education and Social Work, York University, Toronto, ON, 2007

• Trauma Informed De-escalation Education for Safety and Self Protection (TIDES), Training Annually, CAMH

• Anti- Black Racism Cert., WHMIS etc. Training Annually, CAMH

• Clinical Supervisor Training Advanced Practice, Adler

• Trans Care Training, Sherbourne Health Centre Level 1 and level 2

• AOP Training, Sherbourne Health Centre

• Certificate in Trauma Level 2, SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

• Certificate in Trauma, SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

• Interactions of Psychiatric Medication and Substances of Abuse, CAMH

• Certificate - Torture, Trauma, Psychosocial Impact and Mental Health

• Anchor in the Storm - Harm Reduction and Trauma, Hinks Dellcrest Centre

• Certificate – Working with Muslim Clients, WHIWH – CHC

• Pain Management Training, The Health Psychology Clinic

• The Anger Resolution Program of Ontario (TARPO)™& Awareness Through Conscious Emotions (ACE)™ Burlington Anger and Counselling Services

• Advisory Board – Subject Matter Expert - Ontario Structured Psychotherapy – CAMH

• Mental Health Promotion in Immigrant and Refugee Serving Organizations: Knowledge Exchange Presentation, OCASI

• Workshop on Cultural Competency and Trauma-Informed Training for Frontline Staff, Rexdale Community Hub

• Advisory Board - Centre for Research and Innovation for Black Survivors of Homicide Victims (The CRIB)

• Advisory Committee as affiliated Org. – Ontario Structured Psychotherapy – Provincial Program - WHIWH/ CAMH,

• Cultural Competency and Trauma-Informed Training, Collaboration with CCVT OCASI

• Advisory Board - The African, Caribbean, Black Family Group Conferencing Project, also known as ACB-FGC

• Workshop on Cultural Competency and Trauma-Informed Training for Frontline Staff, Rexdale Community Hub

• One Size Does Not Fit All: A Multi-Faceted Approach to Mental Health with Women Refugee Health Conference

• Team Facilitation Training and Development on Best Practices, Presentations, Workshops and Focus Groups, WHIWH

• Debrief / Coaching / Facilitation Training, Thane Crossley Partners/WHIWH/CAMH, 15+ years

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