Jennifer Shields Email & Phone Number

Toronto, On, Ca

Ontario, Canada

Registered Social Worker providing trauma therapy to clients 16+ across Ontario. To join the waitlist, visit www.fullpotentialtherapy.caEMDR consultant in training providing consultation internationally through the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). Now accepting a limited number of consultees seeking to become certified in EMDR.Facilitate engaging and impactful mental health webinars for corporations who invest in the mental health and wellbeing of their employees. Topics include: Practicing emotional regulation and regulating the nervous system for improved mental health Identifying and addressing common symptoms of depression/anxietyLearning how to effectively support co-workers who are struggling with mental healthSetting better boundaries and practicing assertiveness in personal and professional relationshipsRegularly lecture for the University of Toronto School of Social Work Alumni Association on various topics, including:EMDR and trauma therapyAn introduction to Ego State TherapyHow body-based interventions can support mental health

Toronto

Lead weekly anatomy-focused, breath-centered vinyasa classes at in-person and online Created a welcoming environment for students to explore their bodies and the joy of movementPresented concepts from yoga philosophy and themes from mental health to guide the physical practice and encourage the growth and wellbeing of students

Toronto, Canada Area

Conducted trauma assessments with children who have verified histories of abuse, and assess the impacts of trauma on mental health, family, and peer relationshipsStructured treatment plans with families to help clients make meaning of challenging experiences and move forward with their livesUtilized body-based interventions including mindfulness and yoga to help young people and their caregivers manage the unpredictable fluctuations in bodily arousal levels common to clients with trauma historiesSupported clients with a range of mental health challenges, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)Facilitated the Here to Help group for families who have survived experiences of abuse. Provided psychoeducation and group therapy to support families to move forward from these experiences.

Toronto, Canada Area

Was awarded the Arbor Award by the University of Toronto. This award is the highest honor granted by the University to volunteers, and is given for sustained contributions to specific academic units, such as faculties, colleges or institutes, or for broader contributions to the University at large:https://alumni.utoronto.ca/events-and-programs/awards/arbor-award/recipients/2019/factor-inwentash-faculty-social-work-alumni Engaged Alumni and lead the coordination and facilitation of events of up to 300 participants, including:The Distinguished Speaker Lecture Series, featuring Nobel Prize Winner Setsuko ThurlowThe Annual Habitat for Humanity Group Volunteer BuildsOrganized and facilitated two well-attended in-person yoga events at Union Yoga Studio Hosted and facilitated four book-club meetings at the Faculty of Social Work Organized the "Tips on Starting a Private Practice" workshop at the Faculty of Social WorkFostered connection in the Social Work Community and demonstrated effective community engagement skills.

Assessed and conducted treatment plans with youth in two Youth Justice Detention Facilities Assessed high-risk situations and co-created safety plans with youth, families, and front-line staff to ensure safety in the Detention Centers and in the community Engaged multi-stressed families in family therapy and parent skill building to best support youth as they transitioned out of the justice systemSupported front-line staff and community partners by bringing a mental health lens to working with youth involved in the justice system, and provided trainings on attachment, trauma, and child developmentSuccessfully utilized modalities including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients meet therapeutic goalsFacilitated evidence-based groups, including the “Learn to Breathe” and “Zones of Regulation” programs to support youth in learning how to better self-regulate and manage impulses

Supported children and youth in the Residential Treatment, Day Treatment, and Outpatient Mental Health Programs Worked closely with the York Region Children’s Aid Society as children transitioned from Residential Treatment to long-term placements Provided individualized therapy to children, youth, and families using a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Systems Theory, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Focused Family Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioral techniquesWorked within a multidisciplinary team to support children and youth with complex mental health and developmental challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)Developed and delivered a six-week Mindful Parenting group to facilitate caregiver skill building in parenting children and youth who experience mental health challenges

Completed custody and access assessments in the context of family litigation. Submitted recommendations to the judge pursuant to Section 112 of the Courts of Justice Act.

Co-facilitated ADHD assessments and facilitated treatment plans under the supervision of a psychiatrist.

Master Of Social Work (M.S.W.)

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science And Government