Paula-Jane Bellizzi Mississauga, L5N6C9 (416) 347-4615 Email: PJBSocialWorker@gmail.com

Degrees:
MSW, BA, BSW

First Year Practice:
1987

Languages Served:
English

Clinical Specialties:
   Acute/Chronic Physical Illness
   Counselling/Therapy
   Disabilities/Medical Rehab
   Grief/Trauma/Loss

NonClinical Specialties:
   Career/Employment Counselling
   Consulting/Group Facilitation
   Conducting Workshops/Seminars

Age Groups Served:
   Adults
   Older Adults

Specialized Training:
As a Social Worker for 35+ years, I specialize in working with adults with chronic conditions/disabilities. I have practiced in a number of settings including: hospitals; vocational rehabilitation; community rehabilitation; and private practice. My approach draws on different therapeutic modalities including: CBT (cognitive-behavioural therapy); Neuroscience; Mindfulness; Acceptance-Commitment Therapy; and Self-Compassion. I also have training in Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia and have worked with individuals with aphasia since 2017.

Personal Statement:
I use a collaborative approach that builds on client strengths, fosters hope, and promotes positive change. Within the context of an empathic, safe, and trusting therapeutic relationship, it will be possible for you to explore and learn new and more helpful ways of living with your chronic condition/disability. My focus is helping you to achieve your personal goals so that you can re-engage with your life, relationships, and community. I provide counselling on-line to eliminate transportation/accessibility barriers. Please call me for a free 15 minute consultation by phone or on Zoom.



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