Meet Mia

Mia is a current Master of Education in Counselling Psychology student at the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Child and Youth Care from the University of Victoria. She has a wide range of experience working with children and youth across school, preschool, and community-based settings, supporting individuals with autism, behavioural challenges, and social-emotional needs.

Mia views reflective practice and relational work as central to meaningful change. She approaches each child with curiosity and compassion, using reflection to better understand behaviour in context and to tailor support to each child’s developmental and emotional needs. Mia brings a compassionate, strengths-based, and developmentally informed approach to her work and values collaboration with caregivers and multidisciplinary teams to promote meaningful change.

Mia is passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and affirming spaces where people feel understood and supported. She integrates a person-centred approach to meet families where they are at, creating a supportive and collaborative relationship. Mia is passionate about supporting family growth, confidence, and resilience as she walks alongside families through change.

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Child & Youth Worker Support

Mia works closely with children, youth, and their families by offering compassionate, in-home support services. Our in-home support services are designed for those who require a higher level of care and guidance to address complex challenges.

To learn more about our in-home services and how Mia can support your family, visit our Intensive Family Support Program and Child & Youth Worker Support pages.


If you are interested in booking an in-home appointment with Mia, please complete our contact form to get started. Our team will be in touch to guide you through the screening process.

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Areas of treatment

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 

  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) 

  • Anxiety

  • School Challenges

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Social Skills Development

  • Behavioural Challenges

  • Transitions and Adjustment

  • Family & Caregiver Support

  • Youth Mental Health

  • Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

  • Inclusive Learning

Techniques Used

  • Emotion-Focused Interventions

  • Strengths-Based Approach

  • Reflective Practice

  • Behavioural Support Strategies

  • Trauma-Informed Care

  • Developmental & Attachment-Based Approaches

  • Psychoeducation

Certifications

  • Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

  • Early Childhood Educator Assistant (ECEA)

  • Foundations of Inclusive Childcare

  • Cultural Perspectives Training

  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training

Education

  • Master of Education in Counselling Psychology from the University of Toronto (In Progress)

  • Bachelor of Child and Youth Care from the University of Victoria