Mark Isajiw

I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I hold a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from York University (1992) and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto (1993). I am board certified by the American Board of Clinical Social Work (ABCSW) and am licensed in Florida and Washington State as an independent clinical social worker. I take a very client-centred approach to providing therapy services and am well-versed in principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and work within them in a trauma-informed manner.

I have a wealth of experience ranging from brief, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) work to longer term, trauma-focused counselling with individuals, couples and families. I have spent a significant amount of time in the United States working in rural community settings as well as 12 years as a clinician and officer in the U.S. Air Force.

I understand and appreciate the critical importance of taking your social, economic, and cultural contexts into account when collaborating with you in finding pertinent solutions. I strongly believe that providing assistance to people is a privilege and an honour and I bring this mindset to every session.

During our first session, I am all ears, focused on hearing about you and your situation. I will ask pertinent questions and will be prepared to answer any questions you might have. Before the session is over, we will have agreed on a plan to assist you in addressing the reason you came for therapy.