Angela Geddes

Linda has dedicated her career to social work for 38 years, bringing deep compassion and a wealth of experience to every aspect of her practice.

With a focus on mental health, life transitions, stress management, and self-care, Linda brings knowledge, expertise, and an eclectic approach to help support individuals by learning how to navigate and manage life’s challenges.

By working together, a unique and individualized approach is created that supports growth and development, offering strategies and techniques to help find balance and alignment with personal goals and values.

RSW

Kelly is a Registered Social Worker (BSW) with knowledge and experience working with children, adolescents, and their families in community-based group and individual settings. Fostering ongoing relationships with individuals by providing assessments, support, and community resources to meet the needs of each individual. Kelly comes with experience in providing a variety of social and life skills groups. She values the collaboration and mutual support that a group setting provides.

Kelly’s community-based experiences have taught her the importance of working together with all members of the care team to provide an individualized approach.

RSW / MSW

Catherine is a registered social worker (MSW), with specialized knowledge and experience working with children, youth and their families with possible or diagnosed FASD. Catherine has over 8 years experience working with clients facing physical, developmental, and mental health challenges. She is passionate about working with children and youth with complex neurodevelopmental disorders, and uses a strength based approach to support her clients. She is passionate about advocating and bringing awareness to FASD to the broader community.

Catherine has experience working as an FASD Consultant, FASD Clinic Coordinator, and Therapist. She has also been involved in a number of community based programs for children and youth with FASD, such as specialized camps, social groups, and mentorship programs. These programs provide opportunities for children, youth, and their parents and caregivers to make connections in the FASD community and find support.

PEER SUPPORT WORKER

Shannon brings with her years of experience teaching yoga and facilitating meditation practices. Shannon has unique skills and perspectives since she has recently been diagnosed with FASD after years of being misdiagnosed and misunderstood. She maintains that the greatest gift the diagnostic clarity has provided for her has been compassion; for herself and for others in her circle. She understands that some of her lifelong challenges were not her fault and how her challenges impacted the people who love and care about her as well.

Shannon is committed to healing out loud and supporting others who are also just learning about the implications of prenatal alcohol exposure on their day-to-day experiences. Shannon participates with Angela Geddes during her sessions with adults because Angela believes that nobody can speak directly to how FASD impacts individuals and families better than those who live this every day! Angela brings research, evidence, Social Work practice standards, safety and expertise to the sessions and insights from a variety of individuals and families. She incorporates customized modalities and Shannon enhances these approaches with real discussions about the challenges and achievements. Together they aim to provide a sense of hope, creativity and inspiration.

Kerri is a compassionate and experienced Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and social worker (RSSW), and has compleyed her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University.

With a rich background in supporting children and adults facing complex challenges, Kerri has extensive experience working with individuals living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Dual Diagnosis, trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI/ABI), ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). She is deeply committed to advocating for those with invisible disabilities, ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve.

Kerri's unique perspective is further enriched by her 25-year military career, where she served as an Aeromedical Flight Medic. This experience has given her a distinctive clinical background and a fierce passion for supporting people when they need it most. Whether you or a loved one are seeking guidance and understanding in navigating complex mental health or developmental conditions, Kerri is here to provide the support and expertise you need.

She is in the Belleville area and is able to provide both in-person and virtual support. 

Dawn-Marie is a compassionate Social Service Worker and certified yoga teacher who brings a holistic approach to supporting individuals with complex mental health needs, neurodivergence, and developmental conditions. With three years of experience in community-based settings, she is dedicated to helping individuals build resilience, confidence, and well-being.

Dawn-Marie has extensive experience working with youth in mental health and wellness groups and continues to support adults in semi-independent living settings. She helps individuals navigate daily challenges and institutional systems, offering practical support and strategies for enhancing life skills, managing mental health, and achieving personal goals.

Passionate about empowering individuals of all ages, Dawn-Marie helps clients develop the skills and resources they need to thrive. Through yoga, she integrates mindfulness, breathwork, and movement techniques to foster self-awareness, balance, and emotional regulation, addressing both mind and body for long-term well-being.

With a collaborative, individualized approach, Dawn-Marie works closely with clients and their care teams to ensure personalized support. She is committed to creating nurturing spaces where individuals are welcomed as they are, providing the support needed to navigate their journeys with confidence and dignity.