VJ Boucher, Counsellor
she/her, BSW RSW
My social work journey started from a young age, and I have worked very hard to continue to grow my educational and professional background in the hopes of being fully equipped to help those in need of assistance, counselling, and support in our community.
I have a background in crisis counselling and have experience working with individuals who have been impacted by crime or tragic circumstance (including domestic violence, addictions, and mental health). My passion lies in art and play therapy; learning how to express big emotions and feelings through safely moving our bodies and allowing creativity.
My overall goal is creating a safe space, where you can be heard, understood, and believed. I am here to listen, support, encourage, and provide guidance. Everyone is always the hero of their own stories, and I would like to help you find the strength within yourself.
Professional Development
Certified Trauma Integration Clinician (CTIC)
ATTCH, 2024
Intensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills,
DBT House, 2024
Bridges out of Poverty,
Aha Process, 2024
Foundation of VAW practice,
Ontario Association of Interval & Transitional Houses, 2021
Incident Group Debriefing
Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute, 2019
Education
Bachelor of Social Work,
University of Manitoba
Victimology, Post-graduate certification with honours,
Algonquin College
Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Criminal Justice,
Carleton University
Certifications
Mental health first aid,
Mental Health Commission of Canada, 2016
safeTALK,
Suicide Alertness for Everyone, 2016
ASIST
LivingWorks, 2015