Jennifer Wiley-Vallerand
Jennifer Wiley-Vallerand is a professional art therapist and certified clinical counsellor experienced in the school setting, with children and youth populations and with a diverse clientele. Jennifer obtained her master's degree in art therapy from the University of Concordia. She has previously many years of experience working with a neurodiverse clientele in private and school settings. Jennifer follows a client-focused approach supporting individuals to find their strengths and move towards meaningful change and healing. Now Jennifer is combining her experience and education to offer Art therapy with a focus on:
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Verbal and nonverbal methods of expressing and exploring emotions.
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Assisting the client to develop a deeper understanding of themselves through creative exploration of their experiences.
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Supporting a systematic exploration of the client's sensory experiences, encouraging an understanding of their physical and emotional balance through exploring art materials and creative processes.
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Supporting the client's ability to see new perspectives and find new ways to resolve problems, leading to renewed wellness.
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Encouraging the client to reach a balance between experiencing the present moment and dealing with their worries and concerns.
FOCUSES
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Depression
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Self-harm
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Anxiety (social, performance, generalized)
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Relationship difficulties
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Special Needs (autism spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability)
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LGBTQ+ and other diverse community needs
Education
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MA in Creative Arts Therapy - Art therapy focus from Concordia University (2022)
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BA Double major in Psychology and Fine Arts from the University of Alberta (2019)
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Honour's paper at the University of Saskatchewan (2010)
Certifications and Trainings
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Professional Member of the Art Therapy Association of Quebec (AATQ)
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Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
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Applied Behavioural Analysis Training
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TEACCH Training: Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped Children
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Carolina Curriculum Training