Lakeview Psychotherapy
Lakeview Psychotherapy
Individual, Couple & Family Counselling
Individual, Couple & Family Counselling
Devika Rooney, B Psych, MSW, RSW
Devika Rooney, B Psych, MSW, RSW
Hello!
Hello!
You may have just found the right professional in your search for counselling services!
You may have just found the right professional in your search for counselling services!
I have been providing professional counselling for individuals, couples and families for twenty five years in Ontario. I also offer crisis intervention, post trauma counselling, psycho-educational support and critical incident debriefings in groups or with individuals.
I have been providing professional counselling for individuals, couples and families for twenty five years in Ontario. I also offer crisis intervention, post trauma counselling, psycho-educational support and critical incident debriefings in groups or with individuals.
I collaborate with my clients to problem solve, reduce stressors, develop a stronger sense of self and to have more satisfying relationships. My extensive training and experiences have equipped me with a variety of strategies, and I tailor my holistic approach to each client situation. I focus on emotional, cognitive, physical, spiritual, social and cultural aspects of people's lives.
I collaborate with my clients to problem solve, reduce stressors, develop a stronger sense of self and to have more satisfying relationships. My extensive training and experiences have equipped me with a variety of strategies, and I tailor my holistic approach to each client situation. I focus on emotional, cognitive, physical, spiritual, social and cultural aspects of people's lives.
I invite you to contact me with your questions about my practice and for your free telephone initial consultation.
I invite you to contact me with your questions about my practice and for your free telephone initial consultation.
Examples of Issues I Support Clients With
Examples of Issues I Support Clients With
Abuse
Abuse
Anxiety
Anxiety
Dating Violence
Dating Violence
Divorce
Divorce
Grief
Grief
Inter-Racial Challenges
Inter-Racial Challenges
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Self Esteem
Self Esteem
Stress Management
Stress Management
Addictions
Addictions
Childhood Trauma
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Depression
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders
Identity Issues
Identity Issues
LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+
Relationship Conflict
Relationship Conflict
Separation
Separation
Suicidal Ideation
Suicidal Ideation
Anger Management
Anger Management
Crisis Intervention
Crisis Intervention
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Family Conflict
Infertility
Infertility
Parenting
Parenting
Residential School Survivors
Residential School Survivors
Sexuality
Sexuality
Teen Pregnancy
Teen Pregnancy
My Educational Background
My Educational Background
Masters of Social Work (MSW)
Masters of Social Work (MSW)
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Bachelor of Psychology (B PSYC)
Bachelor of Psychology (B PSYC)
Diploma in Mental Health and Addictions Counselling
Diploma in Mental Health and Addictions Counselling
Successful Completion of Relational Therapy Externship at Harvard
Successful Completion of Relational Therapy Externship at Harvard
Successful Completion of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Externship with Dr. Sue Johnson
Successful Completion of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Externship with Dr. Sue Johnson
Successful Completion of Gottman Method Couples Therapy with Dr. John Gottman
Successful Completion of Gottman Method Couples Therapy with Dr. John Gottman
Successful Completion of Narrative Therapy Externship with Michael White
Successful Completion of Narrative Therapy Externship with Michael White
Certification in Crisis Intervention
Certification in Crisis Intervention
Certification to conduct Trauma/Critical Incidence Stress Debriefings
Certification to conduct Trauma/Critical Incidence Stress Debriefings
Certification to conduct Couples Enrichment Groups
Certification to conduct Couples Enrichment Groups
Training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Training in Brief Intervention/Solution Focused Therapy
Training in Brief Intervention/Solution Focused Therapy
Training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Training in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD) Therapy
Training in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD) Therapy
Training in Mindfulness Counselling
Training in Mindfulness Counselling
*In an effort to provide the best service to my clients and to develop new skills I regularly continue to participate in professional conferences and trainings which are relevant to my practice.
*In an effort to provide the best service to my clients and to develop new skills I regularly continue to participate in professional conferences and trainings which are relevant to my practice.
Professional Memberships
Professional Memberships
Workshops and Groups I Have Provided
Workshops and Groups I Have Provided
Therapeutic, Life Skills and Support Groups for Women.
Therapeutic, Life Skills and Support Groups for Women.
Support and Therapeutic Groups for Trauma Survivors.
Support and Therapeutic Groups for Trauma Survivors.
Men's Groups dealing with Abuse and Anger.
Men's Groups dealing with Abuse and Anger.
Occupational Therapy Groups for People Living with Mental Health Challenges.
Occupational Therapy Groups for People Living with Mental Health Challenges.
Educational groups for People Struggling with Addictions.
Educational groups for People Struggling with Addictions.
Couples Enrichment Groups
Couples Enrichment Groups
Workshops in schools and community settings on Body Image, Changing Relationship Patterns, Conflict Resolution, Grief, Loneliness and Self-Esteem.
Workshops in schools and community settings on Body Image, Changing Relationship Patterns, Conflict Resolution, Grief, Loneliness and Self-Esteem.
Workshops for other therapists on Clinical Work with Diverse Clients.
Workshops for other therapists on Clinical Work with Diverse Clients.
*I have also conducted research on abuse/trauma and presented findings at workshops and conferences locally and overseas.
*I have also conducted research on abuse/trauma and presented findings at workshops and conferences locally and overseas.
Settings Where I Have Provided Counselling
Settings Where I Have Provided Counselling
Addictions Center
Addictions Center
Counseling Cooperative
Counseling Cooperative
Employee Assistance Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Family Services Agency
Family Services Agency
School
School
Hospital
Hospital
Mental Health Center
Mental Health Center
Private Practice
Private Practice
Shelters for Abused Women & Homeless People
Shelters for Abused Women & Homeless People
University
University
Insurance Companies, Employers and Programs Who May Cover My Services
Insurance Companies, Employers and Programs Who May Cover My Services
*Insurance Companies
*Insurance Companies
Blue Cross
Blue Cross
Claim Secure
Claim Secure
Co-operators
Co-operators
Desjardins Financial
Desjardins Financial
Empire Life
Empire Life
Equitable Life
Equitable Life
Great West Life
Great West Life
Greenshield
Greenshield
Liberty Health
Liberty Health
Manulife Financial
Manulife Financial
Maritime Life
Maritime Life
National Life
National Life
Standard Life
Standard Life
Sunlife
Sunlife
*Programs
*Programs
Criminal Injuries Compensation Board
Criminal Injuries Compensation Board
NIHB - First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
NIHB - First Nations and Inuit Health Branch
ICE - Internet Child Exploitation Program
ICE - Internet Child Exploitation Program
Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs
Victim Quick Response Program
Victim Quick Response Program
WSIB - Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
WSIB - Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
*Employers
*Employers
Air Canada
Air Canada
Banks including, Bank of Canada, BMO, CIBC, RBC, Scotia and TD
Banks including, Bank of Canada, BMO, CIBC, RBC, Scotia and TD
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canadian Pacific Railway
Canadian Pacific Railway
CAW - Canadian Association of Auto Workers
CAW - Canadian Association of Auto Workers
Child Protection Agencies
Child Protection Agencies
Chrysler Canada
Chrysler Canada
CISCO Canada
CISCO Canada
Export Development Corporation
Export Development Corporation
Fire Services, including Peel and Toronto
Fire Services, including Peel and Toronto
Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company
Imperial Oil
Imperial Oil
Investment Planning Counsel of Canada
Investment Planning Counsel of Canada
Nova Chemicals
Nova Chemicals
OPSEU - Ontario Public Service Employee Union
OPSEU - Ontario Public Service Employee Union
Placer Dome Mines
Placer Dome Mines
Police Services, including Peel and Toronto
Police Services, including Peel and Toronto
Starbucks
Starbucks
School Boards, including Peel and Toronto District School Boards
School Boards, including Peel and Toronto District School Boards
*Some of the above may offer direct billing. For example, I am an approved therapist with the Non-insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program, which provides mental health support for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients.
*Some of the above may offer direct billing. For example, I am an approved therapist with the Non-insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program, which provides mental health support for eligible First Nations and Inuit clients.
*Since this list changes regularly, please contact your Employer, your Private Health Insurance Provider or specific Program to confirm your coverage.
*Since this list changes regularly, please contact your Employer, your Private Health Insurance Provider or specific Program to confirm your coverage.