Justine Moritz, MSW RSW

It can be daunting to do this thing called life. To wake up every day and find purpose, meaning, joy. To be “productive” members of society. To show up for ourselves and others in the ways that we want to.

 

I take a very relational approach to counselling. I believe people are the experts in their own lives, and every person’s journey and experiences are unique to them. My perception about how to approach personal growth is that it is not necessarily about knowing “the path”, but instead understanding the terrain and learning how to best navigate it. To achieve this goal, I utilize trauma-informed, evidence-based practices such as CBT, narrative therapy, and arts-based therapeutic modalities. And, as a Second City graduate, I believe that humor is an integral part of healing, so I balance this within my practice.

My style of counseling is gracious, compassionate, and direct. I use plain language and do not shy away from the mess. Working through challenges and unpacking and re-discovering who we are and want to be, is not a linear process. But with dedication and appropriate modalities, they are achievable goals.

 

While my area of specialization is working with men, I am a registered social worker and clinical counsellor with over six years of experience working with a diverse range of individuals in a broad range of capacities and contexts. My areas of focus are working with people who have experienced trauma and vicarious trauma and who are experiencing personal challenges that are negatively impacting their lives and well-being, including break-ups, anxiety, grief, depression, anger, and self-doubt/self-esteem issues.

 

If you feel as though you are ready to take a step in the direction of change, I would love to hear from you.