Meet Your Therapist
About Katie MacDonald, MSW, RSW
A warm, curious, nonjudgmental approach to therapy — anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and LGBTQ2S+ positive.
Welcome
Here to meet you where you're at.
Welcome! My name is Katie MacDonald, MSW, RSW and I am a Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist providing therapy to teens and adults in Toronto and across the province. Individuals are moved to pursue therapy for a variety of reasons. You may find that you are lacking in resilience, feeling “stuck” in patterns that aren't working for you, or are enticed by the prospect of living a life aligned with your true values, but are unsure of how to get there. Whatever your reason, I am here to meet you where you're at.
I am skilled in working with a variety of issues including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Adjustment / transitions
- Self-esteem
- Parenting
- Family & relationship issues
- Trauma
My Approach
Integrative, strengths-based & flexible
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches drawing primarily from Emotionally Focused Therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy). I have additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. My training enables me to help clients understand themselves better, manage difficult emotions, improve relationships in their lives and find their own motivation to make changes that are important to them.
My approach is integrative, strengths-based, creative, flexible and I draw upon what bests suits your needs. My primary goal is always to create a safe space where clients can express themselves openly and feel understood.
Experience
Education & clinical background
I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario. In addition to my private practice, I have worked at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) where I spent 14 years assessing and treating adults, youth and children with mood and anxiety concerns, behavioural difficulties, substance use concerns and early psychosis. Additionally, I have vast experience supporting parents and other family members who are caring for loved ones struggling with mental health issues.
14
Years assessing & treating at CAMH
MSW
University of Toronto
All Ages
Teens & adults, in person & virtual
Who I Work With
Therapy for every stage
A safe space
Express yourself openly. Feel understood.
A warm, curious, nonjudgmental approach to therapy.
Getting Started
Let's see if we're a good fit
Please reach out if a warm, curious, nonjudgmental approach to therapy appeals to you. My practice is anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and LGBTQ2S+ positive. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to help us determine therapeutic fit and to determine if I have the skills and experience necessary to help and support you.
I can be reached at katie@katiemacdonaldtherapy.ca or through my contact form. I look forward to hearing from you.