Catherine McMullan

Bachelor’s of Social Work, Master’s of Social Work – Indigenous Field of Study, Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist

Whatever you are going through, I am passionate about supporting the mental wellness of others in a kind, considerate, respectful and authentic way that creates safe spaces and empowers those I am working with. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and wholistic, with some gentle humour thrown in. My role as a therapist is to support you in identifying and achieving your wellness goals with curiosity, authenticity and accountability. I love learning in connection with my clients and helping others navigate wellness challenges such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, relationship difficulties, Stress, and Trauma. 

Depending on your therapeutic goals, session work may focus on processing lived experiences, gaining new coping skills, furthering self awareness, identifying behavioural patterns, or all of the above (and more). My clients often share that the more they learn in sessions, the more they are able to bring about empowering changes in their lives and thrive in wellness.

Therapy is different for everyone, and I’m here to help you figure out what it looks like for you –please reach out.

Therapeutic Approach: I draw from a wide range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Attachment-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Trauma-informed, Gottman Method, Wholistic-informed, Solutions-Based, Strength-Based, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I tailor my approach to support clients’ individual wellness goals and session needs with a collaborative focus.

Populations: Youth (ages 8+), Teens, Adults, Individuals and Couples, Caregivers and Helping Professionals, Indigenous, LGBTQ+

Areas of Practice: ADHD, Anxiety, Anger, Attachment Wounds, Borderline Personality Disorder, Burnout, Boundaries, Communication, Indigenous Issues, (Bipolar) Depression, Postpartum Depression, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Emotional Regulation/Intense Emotions, Grief,  Bereavement, Infidelity, Health Anxiety, Life Transitions, Body Image, Addictions, Neurodivergence, Parenting, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Relationship Challenges, Self-Harm, School Stress, Sleep Challenges, Social Anxiety, Substance Use,Trauma, Women’s Issues, Workplace Stress, and more.

Experience: I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with a Bachelor in Social Work from theUniversity of Windsor and a Master of Social Work (Indigenous Field of Study) from Wilfrid Laurier University. In addition to several years’ experience practicing psychotherapy, I have a background in community-based work in mental health, housing, and Indigenous agencies.

Favourite Quote: “In a world where you can be anything, be kind”