Masters Science in Psychology – Registered Social Worker – Psychotherapist
Contact Info
Empowerment Counselling Services 430 Hazeldean Road, Suite 207, Kanata ON K2L 1T9 In-person in the Ottawa area – Virtually across Ontario Phone: 613-983-6737 Email: Parul@embracingempowerment.com Website: Embracingempowerment.com
Accepts work from a Workplace Injury Board
I am a private practice service offering experienced personalized psychotherapy for first responders , their families & various age groups such as teens (11 to 17), and adults (18 to 65). I am registered social worker ( RSW) and a psychotherapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers since 2002.
I have three undergraduate degrees in sociology and social work, and I have successfully obtained my Masters of Science in Psychology (MSP) from the University of Phoenix. I am currently a doctoral candidate in the psychology PhD program and in my dissertation phase at Walden University.
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.