Wise Mind Psychology 1750 Steeles Ave. W., Suite 211, Vaughan, ON L4K 2L7 In-person in the Vaughan area – Virtually across Ontario Phone: 647-676-6214 Email: Info@wisemindpsychology.com Website: Wisemindpsychology.com
Dr. Tania Bielak is a registered Clinical Psychologist and holds a Doctorate (PhD) in Clinical Psychology from the University of Waterloo. Dr. Bielak has several years of specialized experience in operational stress injuries (OSIs). She served as a Psychologist at the Parkwood Operational Stress Injury Clinic, a specialty clinic serving military personnel, veterans, and members of the RCMP.
She also provided evidence-based assessment and treatment services at the Psychological Trauma Program at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), caring for psychologically injured workers across occupations, including First Responders.
She uses the latest evidence-based approaches, such as Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness to successfully support clients with OSIs including PTSD and trauma-related disorders, depression, insomnia, anxiety disorders, and many other related challenges.
She believes wholeheartedly that recovery and positive change is possible. Dr. Bielak is registered with Medavie Blue Cross and the WSIB Community Mental Health Program.
A short description of the various therapist certifications in Ontario.
Clinical Psychologists
Clinical Psychologists are required to complete a related Masters and Ph.D. program to practice in the province of Ontario that must be research-based and subsequently have a thesis component. They are governed by the College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO).
Registered Psychotherapists
Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) are registered by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and, like Registered Social Workers and Clinical Psychologists, are permitted to perform the controlled act of psychotherapy.
Registered Social Workers
Registered Social Workers (RSW) are helping individuals to enhance their well-being. They are governed by the Ontario College of Social Workers.