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Abdulai Bayraytay, RSW and Psychotherapist
A&I Empowering Solutions
2111-3 Jane Street
Toronto, M3M1C9
(437) 238-7538
Email: a.bayraytay@alumni.utoronto.ca
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Degrees: MSW, MA (political Science), B.A. (Hons.) Political Science.
First Year Practice:
2009
Languages Served:
English
, Krio, Madingo, Bambara, Temne
Clinical Specialties:
Abuse/Violence/Anger Management
Counselling/Therapy
Grief/Trauma/Loss
Mental Health/Addictions
NonClinical Specialties:
Career/Employment Counselling
Mediation/ADR
Peer Supervision/Consultation
Conducting Workshops/Seminars
Age Groups Served:
Children
Adolescents
Adults
Specialized Training:
Anti-racism and oppression, Cultural sensitivity, multiculturalism, and diversity; Clinical knowledge of social work theories, principles and practices, family systems, domestic violence, sexual and emotional abuse, and high-risk assessments;
Broad knowledge working with children, youth and families, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, mediation, advocacy, and instrumental counseling; Demonstrated ability to conduct assessments for substance abuse and addictions generally and formulate treatment plans; Human Rights and Refugee Needs Assessment; Access to Treatment of Mental Health: Reducing Barriers and Identifying Solutions.
Personal Statement:
I am a registered social worker (RSW) with over ten years of clinical experience working with children, youth and their families. My experience also includes support to employees and family assistance programs (EAFP) through specialized counseling for stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, suicide ideation, and family mediation, among others. I bring into practice those critical issues of social work professionalism of attentive listening, empathy utilizing a strength-based approach.
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