Gavynn McKay
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (he, him or they)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2C
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Pronouns: he/him or they/them. Reaching out can be difficult, but I am glad to see that you did. I am queer, transgender, autistic, and have ADHD. These intersecting identities shape my experiences and influence my therapy approach. I work with clients from Ontario and Saskatchewan. I aim to create a comfortable space for you to navigate your thoughts and emotions. As someone who has accessed mental health services, I know how important it is to feel heard by your therapist. Because of this, I work with you to ensure you are feeling effectively supported and comfortable. Social media: Tik Tok and Instagram: rainbowgalaxyocunselling
I began studying mental health and psychology 10 years ago at the University of Waterloo. I have gained invaluable experience at the reputable mental health agencies including Lutherwood and CMHA. I offer free, 15 minute consultations so you can be sure you feel good about our therapeutic relationship before we begin. :)
Others often describe me as being warm, open, and comforting. With every client, I want to ensure that I make the therapeutic space uniquely comfortable for their individual needs and requests. As someone who has navigated the mental health system as a client, I know how important it is to have someone who cares about your unique needs.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $180
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Mastercard, Visa
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Gavynn McKay
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Gavynn McKay
- In Practice for 3 Years
- Membership with Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers 6669 / 2023
- Attended Wilfrid Laurier University, Master of Social Work
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Transgender
- Autism
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Social Anxiety
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Anti-oppressive
- Anti-racist
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Gavynn McKay
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW