I BEGAN THE PRACTICE OF SOCIAL WORK IN 2021, in community & residential mental health. I learned so much from clients about the challenges of navigating life with severe and persistent mental illness, poverty, and discrimination, by building resiliency and connection. I have had the unique opportunity to support youth experiencing first episode psychosis, many of whom were marginally-housed, involved with the legal system, refugees, and living with addiction.
My practice has since included supporting people experiencing acute and chronic mental health concerns in various settings: emergency, crisis, hospital inpatient, community organizations, residential treatment, and clinical work in primary health care. Each and every one of these experiences has fostered personal & professional growth.
MY CURRENT PRACTICE serves children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I provide support to clients experiencing concerns with their mental health, or wanting to pursue personal growth in areas such as relationships, parenting, emotional development, healthy habits & more.
I'm passionate in my work with people experiencing trauma, building an understanding of the nervous system, trauma activation, and skills to self-regulate. I work with First Responders looking to develop healthy coping strategies that promote resilience & longevity in their careers.
Supporting clients experiencing substance and behavioural addictions is a large part of my practice. I'm honoured to be part of this often long & arduous journey of change & recovery, meeting clients wherever they happen to be: sober-curious, interested in changing their relationship with substances, contemplating life without addiction, feel they've hit rock-bottom and want to rebuild, or have been navigating addiction on their own for years.
One of my favourite areas of practice is the vibrant world of ADHD: Providing clients with a solid foundation of understanding from which they can explore strategies, experience their traits through a lens of strength, and support the development of a healthier self-image.
I'M A MOM to two very spirited, bright & hilarious kids and one kind-hearted, witty & talented teen. I have a wonderful husband who manages to turn the impossible into possible, fears into encouragement, and big ideas into reality.
In the spirit of both self-care and procrastination, the things I always find time for are reading, podcasts, creating new resources for my practice, and coffee breaks. I like to have an educational or professional development course on the go and recently completed Professional Certificates in Trauma & Addictions through WLU. I am very much looking forward to my next learning adventure, coming up in the fall, EMDR!
CREATING A SPACE THAT FEELS COZY & welcoming has been a wonderful part of establishing my practice. My space is a reflection of my clients' suggestions & ideas (I love to change & rearrange), and I have the world's greatest Art Gallery (binder) filled with creations from the most talented kids.
Juliette Tilbury
EDUCATION
My education in Social Work, trauma, addictions, and mental health has spanned a 25 year period with experience in the areas of community, crisis, residential, psychiatry, and clinical.
Addiction Certificate, Wilfrid Laurier University
Trauma Certificate, Wilfrid Laurier University
Master of Social Work, York University
Bachelor of Social Work, University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Arts, Social Development Studies, University of Waterloo
MEMBERSHIP
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Ontario Association of Social Workers
The Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance
GENERAL WELLBEING
Understand anxiety & depression as nervous system responses.
Establish & protect boundaries to improve relationships with self & others.
Build & maintain healthy habits.
Develop a growth mindset & repair unhelpful thinking styles.
Learn about the role of emotions.
TRAUMA
Learn about trauma in the body.
Identify trauma responses.
Explore trauma narratives.
Practice mindfulness, grounding & self-soothing.
ADHD
Understand the ADHD Brain.
Learn about your Executive Function strengths & challenges.
Develop a dopamine plan.
Build your support network.
ADDICTION
Learn about addiction & the brain.
Identify emotional, cognitive, & behavioural signs of relapse.
Develop a relapse prevention plan.
Strengthen your support network.
Entrance to the office is by appointment only; kindly let yourself in and make yourself comfortable. The coffee nook is well-stocked; please help yourself to a coffee, tea, or something cool from the fridge. If you've rushed out the door without breakfast or missed your after-school snack, please help yourself to something to eat. Snacks & drinks are welcome in our session as well. Please connect with me prior to your appointment to advise of any risks of anaphylaxis.
Magazines and a collection of my favourite therapy resources are available to browse. You'll find a private bathroom beyond the waiting area for your use. Before our first appointment, take a few moments to complete the Intake & Consent Forms in your Jane App profile. We will review consent & confidentiality, answer any questions you may have about my practice, and explore your hopes and goals for therapy.
Notepaper & journals are available for your use during our session. You'll find fidgets, doodle supplies, fuzzy blankets & throw pillows to make your visit as comfortable as possible. Visitors are often greeted by Tia, the friendly & playful Barbet. She loves to snuggle if you do but is also content to give you your space.
SERVICES
Virtual & In-Office Sessions
Virtual appointments available within the Province of Ontario.
90 Minute Session $270
60 Minute Session $180
45 Minute Session $135
30 Minute Session $90
Parent & Youth Session $270
15 Minute Consultation No Charge
BOOKING
Create and manage your profile on Jane! A securely stored credit card allows you to easily book your own appointments. Add your name to a waitlist for your preferred spot, access intake and consent forms, and instantly obtain your receipts. Receive email or text reminders about your appointments.
PAYMENT
Payment is due following appointments and will be processed via Jane using the credit card securely stored. You'll receive the receipt by email upon successful payment processing.
INSURANCE
If you are seeking reimbursement from your insurance provider, please confirm coverage for Registered Social Worker (I am not a Registered Psychotherapist). I do not bill directly to insurance companies. A receipt with registration number will be provided upon payment that you may submit to your insurance provider for applicable reimbursement.
CANCELLATION
Should you wish to reschedule or cancel an appointment, 48 hours notice is required to avoid a Late Cancellation Fee. Appointments may be cancelled through your Jane profile or by email. Late cancellations due to illness are excluded from the fee. Appointment no-shows are treated as late cancellations and the fee will apply.
Late Cancellation Fees: 1st Time $20, 2nd Time 50%, 3rd Time 100%
Located at the intersection of Upper James & Mohawk Streets. Free parking at the back of the building near a convenient entrance to stairs up to the 2nd floor office. A set of double doors off the parking lot offers access to the elevator. Entry to the building is restricted during evening hours and accessible by code.
