Thurca Sivakumar Email & Phone Number

• Provide individualized psychotherapy (in-person and telemedicine) to individuals with psychological distress (i.e. Chronic Pain Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Somatic Symptom Disorder, etc.) resulting from a workplace injury with the primary goal of returning to work utilizing an integrative approach with a particular focus on CBT and Person Centered modalities• Explain consent and limits of confidentiality, obtain proper… Show more • Provide individualized psychotherapy (in-person and telemedicine) to individuals with psychological distress (i.e. Chronic Pain Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Somatic Symptom Disorder, etc.) resulting from a workplace injury with the primary goal of returning to work utilizing an integrative approach with a particular focus on CBT and Person Centered modalities• Explain consent and limits of confidentiality, obtain proper authorizations from client, and administer, score and interpret required psychometric testing• Develop and implement mental, emotional, and behavioural short-term and long-term goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the client, Supervising Psychologist and other clinic staff involved in clients treatment (i.e. Occupational therapist, Physical Therapist)• Practice a variety of modalities and interventions based on client need, including cognitive-behavioural interventions, trauma informed care, emotion focused therapy, suicide assessment and safety planning, mindfulness, psycho-education, stress reduction, and healthy coping strategies• Complete associated reports (i.e. progress & discharge reports) and session notes accurately within required timeframes• Prepare client files, conduct documentation review, and store documents according to CRPO storage requirements• Provide case management support for Psychologist and make necessary recommendations/referrals for clients Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

• Greet clients and assist them during the MVA assessment process (explain procedure, answer client inquires, and complete consent forms)• Administer and score pencil and paper psychological tests (CAD, SIMS, TSI and P3)• Prepare client files, conduct documentation review, and file required documents (i.e. invoice, consent forms) with insurance and third party companies • Use structured interview techniques to facilitate psychological screening and assessment interviews of… Show more • Greet clients and assist them during the MVA assessment process (explain procedure, answer client inquires, and complete consent forms)• Administer and score pencil and paper psychological tests (CAD, SIMS, TSI and P3)• Prepare client files, conduct documentation review, and file required documents (i.e. invoice, consent forms) with insurance and third party companies • Use structured interview techniques to facilitate psychological screening and assessment interviews of clients Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

• Provided individual psychotherapy to diverse adult populations (student and community clientele) with varying clinical issues utilizing an integrative approach with a particular focus on CBT and Person Centered modalities• Conducted phone intakes to assess suitability and provide information about our services to potential clients• Conducted pre-treatment assessment of clients and formulated case conceptualizations• Developed and implemented mental, emotional, and behavioural… Show more • Provided individual psychotherapy to diverse adult populations (student and community clientele) with varying clinical issues utilizing an integrative approach with a particular focus on CBT and Person Centered modalities• Conducted phone intakes to assess suitability and provide information about our services to potential clients• Conducted pre-treatment assessment of clients and formulated case conceptualizations• Developed and implemented mental, emotional, and behavioural short-term and long-term goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the client • Practiced a variety of modalities and interventions based on client need, including cognitive-behavioural interventions, suicide assessment and safety planning, mindfulness, psycho-education, stress reduction, and healthy coping strategies• Documented client progress through weekly progress notes• Completed and maintained various documentations in record/chart of assigned client and provided referral assistance as needed Show less

• Provide counselling to clients on a one-to-one and/or group basis by performing duties such as providing feedback on clients’ behaviour, teaching coping techniques and adaptive behaviour, and providing guidance and support when necessary• Provide emotional support to clients and verbally de-escalate crisis situations when possible • Document in Log Books, Overview Books and other legally binding documents• Participate in the assessment, goal setting and progress evaluation of… Show more • Provide counselling to clients on a one-to-one and/or group basis by performing duties such as providing feedback on clients’ behaviour, teaching coping techniques and adaptive behaviour, and providing guidance and support when necessary• Provide emotional support to clients and verbally de-escalate crisis situations when possible • Document in Log Books, Overview Books and other legally binding documents• Participate in the assessment, goal setting and progress evaluation of youth• Familiarize self with client files and complete required documentation (Plan of Care, Health Care Form, Missing Person’s Report, Incident Reports, etc.)• Assist in the Intake procedure including documentation• Accompany clients during appointments and community outings • Practice security skills in monitoring and observing the youths’ behaviour in the group home and the community• Develop and coordinate life skills activities to teach youth basic life skills• Be a liaison and ensure proper communication among staff team and between group home, school, family, social workers, authorities and the community• Ensure clients’ physical needs are met which include personal hygiene and adequate meals• Assist with household duties such as meal preparation and household cleaning, which includes directing clients to complete their chores Show less

• Provide guidance, support and counselling to a client population who suffer from depression and/or anxiety related mental health disorders resulting in poor school attendance • Work with the clinical team to asses clients’ needs, set treatments goals and assist clients to follow through with the treatment plan• Create and implement treatments plans and appropriate interventions for clients to address depressive and/or anxiety related behaviours, attend program, participate in physical… Show more • Provide guidance, support and counselling to a client population who suffer from depression and/or anxiety related mental health disorders resulting in poor school attendance • Work with the clinical team to asses clients’ needs, set treatments goals and assist clients to follow through with the treatment plan• Create and implement treatments plans and appropriate interventions for clients to address depressive and/or anxiety related behaviours, attend program, participate in physical education, complete their school work and transition back to their community school• Teach clients coping and treatment strategies such as progressive muscle relaxation, visualization, mediation etc.• Develop and facilitate social/life skills groups to teach youth life/social skills such as stress management, communication skills, body image etc.• Co-facilitate treatment groups such as cognitive behaviour therapy group and process group with program Social Worker and Psychologist• Monitor clients and observe their behaviours (i.e. self-harm behaviours) for safety reasons• Communicate with clinical team about the progress and status of clients on a daily basis• Complete required documentation Show less

• Provided direct intervention to children with autism between the ages of 4-12 in a school based program using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) techniques• Supervised and implemented skills intervention programming based on written programs one-to-one and in a class setting• Provided children with academic and social skills to transition into a public school setting• Prevented and dealt with stereotypic behaviours as per the ABA protocol• Communicated regularly with the other… Show more • Provided direct intervention to children with autism between the ages of 4-12 in a school based program using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) techniques• Supervised and implemented skills intervention programming based on written programs one-to-one and in a class setting• Provided children with academic and social skills to transition into a public school setting• Prevented and dealt with stereotypic behaviours as per the ABA protocol• Communicated regularly with the other team members, including the senior facilitators, of all behaviour changes or concerns and programming difficulties • Recorded progress of client using agency’s methodology• Attended team meetings to build on my professional skills • Handled work and data with confidentiality Show less

Master’S Degree, Counseling Psychology And Psychotherapy

Advanced Diploma Child And Youth Work, Child And Youth Work, 3.98/4.00

Diploma in Child and Youth Work - Advanced Program

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology, Neuroscience And Behaviour, 10/12 Gpa

Activities and Societies: McMaster Ambassadors, Golden Key Society Graduated with Honours in Psychology, Neuroscience and Behaviour; One.