Danielle Harris is a Clinical Social Worker who has always had a passion for helping others. She offers a welcoming and accepting space for all individuals; one in which a sense of safety and trust can be fostered. Danielle views therapy as a partnership, drawing from individual strengths and experiences, while offering feedback and practical tools to manage mental health difficulties. She is authentic, non-judgmental and inviting of discussions about any challenges her clients might be facing. She has noticed the value in using each individual session as an opportunity to inspire adjustment and growth; and she has observed the progress that can happen from gently guiding clients through their own personal recovery journey.
Danielle completed her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto, with a specialization in Health and Mental Health. She is registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers and has been providing mental health and addiction therapy since 2011. She has training and education in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Structured Relapse Prevention and Motivational Interviewing.
Population: Individuals aged 19 and up
Presenting Issues: Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Addiction, Behavior Change, Emotion Regulation, Life Transitions, Adjustment, Coping Skills
Ms. Gracie utilizes various evidence based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. She has experience in client assessments, intervention, consultation and treatment planning. Her focus is on client strengths, offering respect, advocacy and empathy.
Ms. Gracie’s areas of expertise and clinical interest are in helping clients with behaviour change (e.g., addictions issues, compulsive gambling or spending), as well as stress, overwhelm and workplace burnout.
Ms. Gracie is currently welcoming virtual teen clients aged 13–18. Supporting teens who may be struggling with identity, social pressures, bullying, low mood, and stress, offering a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to talk things through.
My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and focuses on gently helping teens understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Together, we work on building practical coping strategies, emotional awareness, and confidence, while supporting teens to feel heard, understood, and supported during a challenging stage of life.
Ms. Gracie, MSW is a Clinical Social Worker, licensed with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers. Ms. Gracie is also registered and in good standing in Ontario. She completed her Master’s Degree from University of New England and has over 15 years’ experience providing services to adults within hospital and community mental health settings.
