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Jennifer Henderson
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Jennifer Henderson

Registered Social Worker

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Meet Jennifer

My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…

  • 2SLGBTQ2IA+ identity 

  • neurodivergence

  • accessing and navigating social supports

My clients describe me using words like…

  • collaborative

  • accountable

  • warm

  • open

  • genuine

  • caring

Expertise

Areas of Focus

Specializations

  • LGBTQ2IA+
  • Trauma processing
  • Emotional regulation

By category

  • Trauma
  • Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal)
  • Attachment trauma
  • Childhood trauma
  • Complex Trauma (CPTSD)
  • PTSD
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Trauma processing
  • Grief and Loss
My clients often self-identify as…

  • 2SLGBTQ2IA+

  • neurodivergent

  • survivors of trauma and/or systemic oppression

  • experiencing emotional dysregulation or having trouble coping with distressing experiences

I’m the right therapist for you if…

  • you don't want to just focus on "problems." - We will explore stuck points, but also other parts of your story, such as the ways you have previously coped with challenges or how you were able to show up and do this work despite it being such a vulnerable thing to do 

  • you want to increase your emotional regulation and develop coping tools that will help you be less impacted by challenging experiences

Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach

  • Anti-Opressive Practice
  • Attachment-Based
  • Decolonist
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Disability Justice
  • Expressive Arts Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Flash Technique
  • Health at Every Size (HAES)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Parts Work
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic and Body Awareness
  • Trauma-Informed

Populations Served

  • Adults (18+)
  • Seniors (65+)

Practice Details

Service Offerings & Rates

  • Initial Consultation
    Free
  • Individual Session
    $160
  • Couples Session
    $225
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…

  • what led you to reach out for therapy 

  • what your hopes are for the therapy space, and if there are any shifts you might want to see 

  • your previous experience with therapy to get a sense of what was useful and/or not useful for you in the past 

  • any barriers or factors that might get in the way of you participating in therapy, so we can problem-solve together and figure out how to make it more accessible

  • my therapeutic approach so you can get a sense of "fit"

  • any questions for me that might help you decide if you wish to move forward 

  • anything else you wish to share that feels important for me to know right away

If we work together you can expect me to…

  • provide a space where all your various parts are welcome and where you don't need to leave anything out in order to access therapy

  • support you in processing and healing from traumatic experiences

  • honour and respect your experiences and perspectives

  • be accountable and open to feedback

Insurance & Benefits Coverage

Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.

  • Registered Social Worker

For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is Ontario.

Virtual Sessions

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Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.

  • Ontario
  • British Columbia

More Info

Education

  • University of Toronto

    Masters of Social Work · 2010

  • University of Toronto

    Bachelors of Arts · 2008

Certifications

  • EMDRIA

    Easy Ego State Interventions Certificate · 2023

  • EMDR Advanced Training

  • Treating Dissociative Disorders, Self Harm and Hostile Voices through EMDR Certificate · 2023

  • EMDR Advanced Training

  • Working with Hostile Voices and Parts of the Personality in Complex Trauma and Dissociative Disorders Certificate · 2023

  • EMDR Advanced Training

  • EMDR Therapy for Suicidal Clients and Self-harming Behaviors Certificate · 2023

  • EMDR 5 Day Intensive Training Certificate · 2021

  • EMDR Consulting

  • University of Toronto

    Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Certificate · 2019

  • Narrative Therapy Centre of Toronto

    Level 2 Narrative Therapy Intensive Certificate · 2019

  • SickKids Centre for Community Mental Health

    Trauma Counselling Certificate · 2017

  • University of Alberta

    Indigenous Canada Certificate: Indigenizing Canadian History · 2017

Languages

English

Booking FAQ

Does Jennifer offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?

First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.

How do I know if Jennifer is a good fit?

You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.

What if I see no available times to book a session?

If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.

Can I contact Jennifer before booking an appointment?

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