LAURA MACREADY, BSW, MSW, RSW

Laura Macready is a registered clinical social worker with twenty years of practice experience in Ottawa and its surrounding communities. Laura has provided services in organizations, communities, schools, hospitals and clinics. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Carleton University and a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Waterloo. Laura has worked at the Queensway Carleton hospital, Open Doors for Lanark Children and Youth, the Ottawa Valley Family health team, the Youth Services Bureau and the Ottawa Civic hospital in outpatient oncology. 

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As a clinical social worker, Laura provides assessment and counseling support to youth and adults. Laura’s sessions combine the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and solution focused therapy to meet the needs of each client.

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Areas of practice include:

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Mental health support and care

Coping skills and emotional regulation

Anxiety and depression

Caregiver stress and support

Loss/grief/bereavement

End of life issues, palliative care

Pre and post natal care and support

Support for those living with a loved one’s mental illness

Parenting support and consultation