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Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker

Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5A
Let's Connect (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann (Joelle) Forbes, MSW, RSW is a registered social worker, a psychotherapist, and one of the co-founders of Hope Leads Mental Health Care. Joelle provides counseling and psychotherapy to adults across the gender spectrum, 18 years and older. Her therapeutic approach highlights the importance of empowerment, healing generational wounds, and nurturing the authentic self. She has experience supporting clients with navigating grief and loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, burnout, self-esteem, life transitions, and various forms of oppression.
Joelle practices collaboration and compassion throughout the therapeutic experience. She has received professional training in culturally-adapted cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma processing strategies.
Joelle aims to create a non-judgemental space to unpack past and present experiences that are contributing to mental health concerns, in hopes of finding a better way forward. If you are interested in starting your therapy journey with Joelle, please schedule a free, 15-minute, initial consultation.
Call or Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care) now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 806-2282

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Hope Leads Mental Health Care

Toronto, ON M5A

(289) 806-2282
I specialize in Depression, Grief and Self Esteem 
$170 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Hope Leads Mental Health Care

Toronto, ON M5A

(289) 806-2282
I specialize in Depression, Grief and Self Esteem 
$170 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $170
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
  • In Practice for 8 Years
  • Membership with Ontario Association of Social Workers 21599 / 2021
  • Attended University of Toronto , MSW, Graduated 2018
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (289) 806-2282
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Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Boundaries
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Infertility
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Racial Trauma
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (289) 806-2282
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Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (289) 806-2282
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Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

3 Endorsements

Natacha Pennycooke
Natacha Pennycooke
Registered PsychotherapistMScRP
Joelle is caring, skilled and professional. She has a special way of connecting with clients that speaks to the kindness she provides in every interaction. Joelle helps clients to take back ownership of their story which is key to the healing journey.
Cristina Barrios
Cristina Barrios
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSW
Compassionate and understanding therapist!
Al Kaibzhanov - Psychotherapist
Al Kaibzhanov - Psychotherapist
Registered Social WorkerMSWRSW
Joelle's practice is rooted in community care, centering the well-being of BIPOC and gender-diverse individuals. Her anti-racist, intersectional approach empowers clients to overcome barriers to wellness. Joelle creates inclusive & hope-driven space.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Feminist
  • Narrative
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Location

Primary Location

Hope Leads Mental Health Care

Toronto, ON M5A

(289) 806-2282

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (289) 806-2282
Photo of Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care), MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker
Joelleann Forbes (Hope Leads Mental Health Care)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW