Shawna Banville, Art Psychotherapist

01/20/2026

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When your mind will not switch off, you do not need answers straight away. You need words that help you slow down.

This poster shares simple, grounding phrases that young people and adults can use when anxiety rises, thoughts spiral, or emotions feel too much. It supports calming the nervous system, creating mental space, and responding rather than reacting in stressful moments.

These statements are especially helpful during anxiety, overwhelm, emotional overload, burnout, or periods of high pressure. They work well for teenagers and adults who struggle with overthinking, self criticism, or feeling stuck in their head. The language is clear, reassuring, and easy to return to when thinking feels chaotic.

Useful at home, in education settings, therapy rooms, workplaces, or wellbeing spaces. Sometimes reading one steady sentence is enough to get through the moment.

01/09/2026

01/08/2026

From humble beginnings to creative expansion in 2026!

I got the keys to the new office! I can’t believe I have already been at the Harmony Centre for almost 15 months! I am so grateful for the creative beginnings the Harmony Centre afforded me. Such an amazing hub of wonderful and supportive community folks. Thankyou so much for everything!

I am also just so excited to be growing and expanding and to be welcoming more amazing therapists to the team. So many awesome possibilities for collaboration and diverse offerings 😀 stay tuned for more updates as the space comes along. We hope to move in the first week of February!

01/03/2026

✨ We’re Hiring! ✨
Art / Expressive Arts Psychotherapist (Contract Associate)
Grey Bruce Art Therapy & Associates
📍 Owen Sound, Ontario
🕒 Part-time with growth to Full Time (10+ client sessions/week)
📅 Start date: March 3, 2026
Our creative psychotherapy clinic is growing, and we’re excited to welcome an Art Therapist or Expressive Arts Psychotherapist to our team!
Founded by Shawna Banville, Registered Art Psychotherapist, our clinic offers whole-brain, trauma-informed care, integrating expressive arts, somatic, sensory, and evidence-based psychotherapy approaches. We serve children, youth, adults, families, and groups, both in-person and virtually.
🌿 What we offer
• A steady flow of referrals
• Billing & admin support fully managed by the clinic
• Jane App for scheduling, charting & billing
• Clinical supervision & monthly group consults
• Furnished private therapy office with access to art supplies
• Flexible scheduling (hybrid options for virtual sessions)
• Team connection, professional development & team events
• A supportive, creative, and collaborative clinic culture

🎨 We’re looking for someone who
• Is a Registered or Qualifying Art/Expressive Arts Psychotherapist (CRPO), Consideration for other creative modalities
• Has interest and experience in art-based, sensory, experiential, and play-based therapeutic approaches
• Values trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, client-centred care
• Enjoys collaboration, community connection, and creative practice
• Experience with children, families, groups, neurodiversity, 2SLGBTQ+ clients is an asset
💰 Compensation (contract associate) with remaining % going to the clinic for Admin Fees
• Fully Registered:
– 60% split (5–11 sessions/week)
– 65% split (Once 12+ sessions/week)
• Qualifying Associates: 50% split with clinical support

✨ Why join us?
This is more than a contract position — it’s an opportunity to grow within a values-driven, creative psychotherapy clinic that truly honours expressive work, relational depth, and clinician wellbeing.
📩 How to apply
Please email your CV + brief letter of interest to:
greybrucearttherapy@gmail.com
🌐 Learn more:

Psychotherapy, counselling and art therapy clinic based in Owen Sound. Clinic offers both in person and virtual services .Connect with Shawna Banville and associate therapists to learn about services and approaches offered and to book your free consultation.

01/03/2026

We are now offering a free drop in Art Therapy group for Newcomers to Grey Bruce! Ukrainian Art-Psychotherapy Student Maryna Kostenko is a Newcomer herself and knows all too well the challenges that come with transitioning to Canada and the importance of having and creating safe community to share and connect with others who understand. Please see the below poster for details and feel free to reach out with any questions!

12/28/2025

Now Hiring!

Clinic Administrative Assistant
Start Date: February 2026
Part-Time (2.5 days/week) with Opportunity for growth into Full-Time

Grey Bruce Art Therapy & Associates is a growing creative-arts-focused psychotherapy clinic in Owen Sound. We are seeking a warm, organized, and detail-oriented Clinic Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of our expanding group practice. This role begins part-time with the intention of growing into a full-time position within 6 months.
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Position Overview

The Clinic Administrative Assistant will play a key role in supporting both clients and practitioners by ensuring the clinic runs smoothly and professionally.

Responsibilities
• Reception & Client Support
Welcome clients into a warm, supportive environment
Manage phone, email, and client inquiries for services
Support intake through scheduling consultation calls with therapists and assist with client onboarding
• Jane App Scheduling & Billing
Must be proficient with Jane or willing to learn (scheduling, billing, reminders, receipts, reports)
Assist with maintaining accurate calendars for multiple practitioners
Assist with billing questions and payment processing
• Administrative & Office Duties
General office organization and maintenance
Managing supplies and assisting with preparing therapy rooms
Assisting practitioners with administrative needs (ex: scheduling and cancellations, photocopying, managing counselling resources, record keeping, insurance management)
• Social Media & Communications
Assist with creating and posting social media content
Support announcements, marketing materials, and clinic updates
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Qualifications
• Asset: Strong working knowledge and experience with the Jane App
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain calm and compassion in a therapeutic setting
• Experience in reception, healthcare admin, customer service, or similar roles
• Strong computer and technology skills, knowledge and experience including Email, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Zoom, Canva, and basic social media workflows.
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Hours & Compensation
• Start Date: January 19, 2026
• Hours: 2.5 days per week in office (Tues-Thurs) to start with growth into full time.
• Starting hourly wage: $22 hr
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About Our Clinic
Grey Bruce Art Therapy & Associates provides creative, trauma-informed psychotherapy to individuals and families across the Grey-Bruce region. Our clinic values compassion, creativity, inclusivity, and a supportive team environment. We are committed to providing a warm, welcoming space for healing and connection.
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How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to:
greybrucearttherapy@gmail.com

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

12/28/2025

Very excited to announce the release of our new website!

Psychotherapy, counselling and art therapy clinic based in Owen Sound. Clinic offers both in person and virtual services .Connect with Shawna Banville and associate therapists to learn about services and approaches offered and to book your free consultation.

12/24/2025

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12/22/2025

🎄Seasons Greetings! Gratitude & New Beginnings ✨🎄

As the year comes to a close, I want to pause and say thank you.
Thank you to our clients for trusting us with your stories, your hearts and your creative healing journeys.
Thank you to my growing team and supportive community partners and colleagues for your expertise, care and compassion.
This cozy season invites reflection, incubation and preparation for renewal.
As we move into the new year, our practice is entering an exciting new chapter. We are rebranding with a new name and new logo, that more fully reflects who we are becoming: a growing, creative, and collaborative psychotherapy clinic rooted in connection, imagination, and healing.
✨ Same values.
✨ Same commitment to evidence based trauma-informed care.
✨ A clearer, more expansive vision for the future.
We can’t wait to share more with you in the weeks ahead.
Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a gentle transition into the new year.

With gratitude,
Shawna Banville- Registered Art-Psychotherapist and Owner of Grey Bruce Art Therapy & Associates
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