Tiffany Petite Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

I believe it's important to be compassionate with ourselves as we face challenges and that within each challenge there is an opportunity for growth. Each person comes to counselling with a different background and experience which is why I use a combination of strategies.Hello, my name is Tiffany Petite. I am a born and raised Calgarian. I have practiced as a registered social worker for 15 years. I became a social worker by both personal and professional evolution.​I am an… Show more I believe it's important to be compassionate with ourselves as we face challenges and that within each challenge there is an opportunity for growth. Each person comes to counselling with a different background and experience which is why I use a combination of strategies.Hello, my name is Tiffany Petite. I am a born and raised Calgarian. I have practiced as a registered social worker for 15 years. I became a social worker by both personal and professional evolution.​I am an evidence based-practitioner who has extensive training and experience working with adults and families. My training has included models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness and Prolonged Exposure Therapy. I endorse a client centred and collaborative approach. I am inclusive, welcoming and incorporate cultural safety. I view individuals seeking counselling as a sign of personal strength, not of weakness. It takes awareness in our lives and courage to be able to reach out for help. I partner with clients to access their strengths allowing them to gain insight and find solutions. I employ compassion and humor while helping clients reach their personal goals.I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of a successful experience in counselling. I work to build a safe, non-judgmental, and trusting environment for clients to explore their issues.​Areas of Expertise:​Anxiety and PanicLow Self-EsteemDepressionWorkplace IssuesFertility CodependencyPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Family ViolenceGender and Sexual Diversity Show less

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

In compliment to Prolonged Exposure Therapy, I provide in-vivo exposure therapy to clients who are struggling with post traumatic stress and acute stress reactions associated with work place injury.I work closely with first responders and other employees who are on claim with WCB with functional restoration in the community.I work closely with psychologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists and collaborate extensively on interdisciplinary reports.I teach strategies… Show more In compliment to Prolonged Exposure Therapy, I provide in-vivo exposure therapy to clients who are struggling with post traumatic stress and acute stress reactions associated with work place injury.I work closely with first responders and other employees who are on claim with WCB with functional restoration in the community.I work closely with psychologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists and collaborate extensively on interdisciplinary reports.I teach strategies such as pacing, mindfulness & grounding techniques. Show less

Calgary, Canada

Team Lead of Shelter Counsellors, 24 hour Helpline Counsellors & Children’s Activity Centre.Crisis intervention, assessment of client’s needs and development of case management plans to assist clients whom are fleeing family domestic violence. Responsible for ensuring appropriate completion of all client files, inclusive of completed danger assessments, appropriate extension requests and file documentation.Ensure that program information and clinical records are maintained in an… Show more Team Lead of Shelter Counsellors, 24 hour Helpline Counsellors & Children’s Activity Centre.Crisis intervention, assessment of client’s needs and development of case management plans to assist clients whom are fleeing family domestic violence. Responsible for ensuring appropriate completion of all client files, inclusive of completed danger assessments, appropriate extension requests and file documentation.Ensure that program information and clinical records are maintained in an accurate, timely, professional ad confidential manner.Recruit, hire and supervise unionized counselors and relief staff.Work effectively with cross functional teams within CWES Programs to ensure seamless delivery of services from a Response Based Approach. Show less

Calgary, Canada Area

Proud employee with The Calgary John Howard Society for over 10 years. Positions over this time were Full Time Residential Counsellor, Part Time and Casual Relief Counsellor.I was responsible for the supervision of female residents on whom were reintegrating into community on release from Federal Correctional Institution, while supporting those residents in their rehabilitation and release requirements. I worked in accordance with written policy. I was responsible to perform all general… Show more Proud employee with The Calgary John Howard Society for over 10 years. Positions over this time were Full Time Residential Counsellor, Part Time and Casual Relief Counsellor.I was responsible for the supervision of female residents on whom were reintegrating into community on release from Federal Correctional Institution, while supporting those residents in their rehabilitation and release requirements. I worked in accordance with written policy. I was responsible to perform all general shift duties, maintain a flexible approach in meeting the needs of the residents while maintaining the safety of the community as well as ensuring the safety of other residents. I was successful to provide positive role modelling, maintain strong communication links and resources for residents, as well as being prepared to deal and mitigate routine/crisis situations. Show less

Calgary, Canada

Assistant Team Lead for the supervision of an Assertive Community Treatment team of 7 multidisciplinary professionals including; mental health clinicians, nurses and justice specialist. Provided community outreach support to 58 clients diagnosed with chronic and persistent mental illness including those with active addiction. Facilitator of a weekly harm reduction group (Positive Attitudes Towards Healing).Implemented Housing First & Harm Reduction models of practice.Provided… Show more Assistant Team Lead for the supervision of an Assertive Community Treatment team of 7 multidisciplinary professionals including; mental health clinicians, nurses and justice specialist. Provided community outreach support to 58 clients diagnosed with chronic and persistent mental illness including those with active addiction. Facilitator of a weekly harm reduction group (Positive Attitudes Towards Healing).Implemented Housing First & Harm Reduction models of practice.Provided recovery support and treatment referral’s for dual diagnosis & polysubstance dependent clients.Application of the Stages of Change model by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques and client centered practices. Show less

Calgary, Canada

Community resource Coordinator on the Street Outreach and Stabilization team. Provided a linkage to medical and psychiatric treatment resources. Provided intense community outreach support to individuals who were chronic or episodically homeless. Held a caseload of clients for individualized goal setting and client centered support.Assisted to teach daily living skills to promote the safe transition to permanent housing.

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