Victoria Gabriele
Registered Social Worker
- $170/session
- Virtual Sessions in select regions.
Meet Victoria
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
Being capable on the outside while feeling overwhelmed internally.
Navigating anxiety, self-doubt, and overthinking.
Relationship challenges and attachment patterns.
Wanting both ambition and emotional steadiness.
Growing up around mental health struggles.
Repeating patterns you intellectually understand but can’t seem to shift.
What it’s like to hold a lot and quietly wish it felt lighter.
My cultural or ancestral background is…
Italian heritage, raised in a family-centred culture that values loyalty, closeness, and resilience. I understand both the warmth and complexity that can come with strong family systems.
My clients describe me using words like…
Grounded
Calming & warm
Thoughtful
Steady
Validating
Clear & insightful
Safe
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Specializations
- Attachment
- Trauma
- Emotional regulation
By category
- ADHD
- OCD
- Panic attacks
My clients often self-identify as…
High-achieving professionals.
Caregivers and helpers.
Adult children of emotionally complex families.
Individuals navigating anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, burnout, relationship stress, or the lingering impact of trauma.
Insightful and self-aware, they just feel stuck or emotionally weighed down.
I’m the right therapist for you if…
You feel something is “off” and you can’t quite explain why.
You’re tired of overthinking and want to feel more at ease.
You understand your patterns but want help actually shifting them.
You want therapy that is both reflective and practical.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
If we work together you can expect to feel…
Seen and heard without judgment.
Clearer and more organized in your thinking.
Less reactive and more emotionally steady.
Supported, not rushed.
Over time, lighter- like you can exhale.
Populations Served
- Adults (18+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- Initial ConsultationFree
- Individual Session$170Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…
What’s bringing you to therapy.
What feels stuck.
What you’re hoping might change.
What your past therapy experiences have been like.
How I work and answer any of your questions that might be helpful in your search for a therapist.
If we work together you can expect me to…
Be present, thoughtful, and genuinely invested.
Help you understand your patterns and responses.
Balance insight with practical tools.
Move at a pace that feels respectful and collaborative.
Walk alongside you.
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
Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.
- Alberta
- Ontario
- Nova Scotia
More Info
Education
Master of Social Work Graduate Degree · April 2022
Windsor University
Honors Bachelor of Social Work- One Year Program · May 2020
Lakehead University
Honors Child and Youth Worker Diploma – Accelerated Program · December 2013
Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning · 2013
Honors Bachelor of Arts; Major in Sociology · August 2010
York University · 2010
Certifications
Gottman Method, Gottman Institute, 2026
CBT for Trauma, Psychwire, 2025
EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing), EMDRIA Approved, 2023
ACT(Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Beginners), Psychwire, 2024
Advanced Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Certification, PESI, 2022
Wrap around Facilitator Certification, 2020
Indigenous Cultural Safety Training · 2019
Current First Aid and CPR Certification · 2019
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI Certificate) · 2022
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Fundamental Skills, OISE Continuing and Professional Learning, University of Toronto, 2017
Conflict Resolution & Training Certificate, 2018
Infant Mental Health Certification, Community Training Institute and Sick Kids Hospital, 2017/2020
Anti-Racism/ Anti-Oppression Training, Adobe Consulting, 2016
HIV/AIDS Training, ACT agency · 2016
Languages
English
Booking FAQ
Does Victoria 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 Victoria 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 Victoria before booking an appointment?
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