In person appointments in Midland, On & virtual appointments for individuals living anywhere in Ontario & Nova Scotia My name is Paulette Light, I am the owner and clinical director of Lighthouse Counselling & Social Work Services. I am Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers. I hold a diploma in Social Service Work from Georgian College, a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Lakehead University, and a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University. As a life long learner I am committed to ongoing education and have additional training and certification in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Palliative Care Education, Grief Counselling, Couples Counselling, and Children's Grief & Bereavement Certification. I have experience supporting children, youth and adults impacted by grief & bereavement, anxiety, depression, stress, and adjustment issues. For over ten years, I have been supporting individuals in community settings. My experience includes working in employment services, cancer support, rehabilitation, and in primary care settings. I practice social work from a holistic framework through a trauma informed lens. Using a customized approach allows me to meet your unique needs and I use a variety of therapeutic approaches including; Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-Based strategies, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Strength-Based therapy, and Play Therapy based approaches. If anxiety, depression, grief, or stress are causing you concern, please contact me for a complimentary phone consultation to discuss how I might be able to help you on your way to feeling better. I have experience working with diverse populations in community and primary care settings. I offer counselling services for children, youth, and adults, who need additional support to cope.
