Join Our Team of Trauma-Informed Therapists & Students
At Healing Connections Psychotherapy, we are passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and growth-oriented environment for both clients and clinicians. Our clinic specializes in trauma-informed care, EMDR, and evidence-based approaches that empower individuals and communities to heal.
We believe learning and teaching go hand-in-hand. That’s why we welcome both experienced trauma-informed therapists and graduate students seeking practicum placements.
Why Work With Us?
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Trauma-Informed Excellence
Our practice is deeply rooted in trauma-informed care, ensuring that every client and clinician feels safe, respected, and empowered.
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Approved Practicum Site
We are an approved practicum site with Yorkville University and have proudly hosted Athabasca University students. We also collaborate with The Toronto Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling (TPTPC).
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Supportive Learning Environment
Students and new therapists receive mentorship, structured feedback, and real-world clinical experience. We foster a culture of curiosity, compassion, and collaboration.
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Opportunities to Grow
Whether you’re completing practicum hours or seeking to deepen your skills in trauma therapy, this is the place to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful healing work.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from:
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Graduate students (Yorkville, Athabasca, TPTPC, and beyond) seeking practicum or internship placements in psychotherapy.
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Registered Psychotherapists or Registered Social Workers (RPs, Qualifying or Independent Practice) with an interest or background in trauma-informed therapy.
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Therapists in related fields (social work, counselling, psychology) who are passionate about trauma-informed care and community impact.
What You’ll Experience
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A chance to work with diverse clients, including first responders, children, adults, and families.
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Training and exposure to EMDR, group protocols, and other leading trauma treatment modalities.
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A collaborative, inspiring workplace that values both professional excellence and human connection.
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Guidance from experienced therapists and consultants who love to teach and support the next generation of clinicians.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re excited to learn, teach, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Apply Now – Send your resume, cover letter, and practicum requirements (if applicable) to:
info@healingconnectionstherapy.ca
Let’s grow, learn, and heal together.
✨ Healing happens here – for clients, therapists, and students alike.
Miranda Arellano, BA, MC, RP,
Certified EMDR Therapist,
EMDRIA Approved Consultant™
Join Our Clinical Community
Independent Contractor Opportunities
Healing Connections Psychotherapy Inc. is growing, and we are currently seeking two independent practitioners to provide services within our welcoming North Bay clinic:
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Child Therapist — RP or RP (Qualifying)
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Couples Therapist — RP or RP (Qualifying)
These are independent contractor opportunities for clinicians who want to build their own practice while working within a warm, creative and collaborative clinical environment.
We’re looking for more than the right credentials. We hope to connect with therapists whose personalities, clinical values and approaches complement the atmosphere at Healing Connections: genuine, welcoming, inclusive, trauma-informed and deeply human.
Independent contractors manage their own clinical practice, schedule, caseload and professional responsibilities while benefiting from opportunities for referrals, connection and collaboration within an established practice setting.
Child Therapist
We are looking for a therapist who genuinely enjoys working with children and understands that children often communicate through play, creativity, movement and connection, not only through words.
The ideal practitioner:
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Is registered as an RP or RP (Qualifying) in good standing with the CRPO
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Has experience or a strong interest in working with children and families
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Is playful, patient, creative and able to connect with children at their level
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Has training in sand tray therapy or a genuine desire to learn
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Is interested in play-based, attachment-focused and trauma-informed approaches
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Understands the value of caregiver involvement and family systems
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Is interested in developing and maintaining a child and adolescent caseload
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Is comfortable supporting concerns such as anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, school difficulties, neurodivergence and family transitions
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Brings initiative, creativity and enthusiasm to their clinical work
Our child therapy spaces are intentionally designed to help children feel safe, comfortable and engaged. We would love to welcome someone who is excited to use the environment creatively and bring their own clinical style to the space.
Couples Therapist
We are also seeking an RP or RP (Qualifying) who is passionate about helping couples move beyond recurring conflict, disconnection and painful relationship patterns.
The ideal practitioner:
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Is registered and in good standing with the CRPO
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Has experience or a strong interest in couples therapy
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Is comfortable holding space for conflict, emotional intensity and complex relationship dynamics
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Practises from a relational, attachment-based and trauma-informed perspective
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Has training in the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy or another couples-focused approach—or is interested in pursuing additional training
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Is comfortable supporting communication difficulties, trust injuries, intimacy concerns, infidelity, parenting stress and relationship transitions
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Is interested in developing and maintaining a couples caseload
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Is compassionate, grounded and able to balance the experiences of both partners
Who Might Fit Well in Our Space?
You may be a great fit if you:
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Care deeply about providing a safe and affirming client experience
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Are warm, genuine and comfortable bringing your personality into the therapy room
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Practise in a trauma-informed, inclusive and culturally responsive way
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Value clinical connection, consultation and continued learning
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Communicate clearly and follow through on professional responsibilities
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Maintain timely documentation and strong ethical standards
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Are open to feedback and invested in professional growth
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Enjoy being connected to other clinicians while maintaining the autonomy of independent practice
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Are motivated to develop meaningful and sustainable clinical work
Healing Connections is not a cold or overly clinical-feeling environment. Our space is colourful, comfortable and intentionally designed to feel human. Independent practitioners maintain their own approaches and professional autonomy while contributing to a respectful and welcoming shared environment.
What the Space Offers
Independent practitioners at Healing Connections may benefit from:
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A welcoming and thoughtfully designed clinical setting
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Furnished therapy rooms and access to child-friendly therapeutic resources
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Opportunities to receive referrals suited to their areas of practice
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Connection with other independent mental health practitioners
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Optional opportunities for consultation and professional learning
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Opportunities to become involved in groups, workshops or community initiatives where mutually agreed upon
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The freedom to bring creativity, personality and individual clinical interests into their work
Interested?
If you are an independent practitioner who feels aligned with the Healing Connections atmosphere and approach, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your resume and a brief introduction sharing:
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Which opportunity interests you
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Your clinical experience and areas of interest
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Your current registration status
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Your preferred availability
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What you are hoping to develop in your practice
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Why you feel Healing Connections may be a good fit for you
We care about qualifications, but we also care about who you are, how you connect with clients and what you hope to bring to the space.
Come build something meaningful alongside us.
Elevate Your Work With Clients
Supervision and consultation aren’t just about ticking off hours—they’re about becoming the kind of therapist who feels confident, creative, and equipped to handle whatever walks through the door.
At Healing Connections Psychotherapy, we specialize in trauma-informed practice, and I bring years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My goal is to help you integrate trauma-informed approaches into your work while building both your clinical skills and your confidence.
Why Work With Me?
✨ Comprehensive Clinical Lens
I’ve trained in a wide range of approaches and populations—so whether you’re navigating affairs, addictions, attachment wounds, or child therapy, I can support you with practical, grounded strategies.
✨ Beyond the Textbook
Therapy doesn’t fit into a neat box. I’ll help you think outside of protocols, adapt to real-life clients, and learn how to stay steady in complex situations.
✨ Support That Meets You Where You’re At
From students to seasoned therapists, I create a safe, collaborative environment where your professional goals guide the process.
✨ Affordable & Flexible Options
I understand the realities of learning and growing in this field. I offer flexible consultation and supervision that meets your needs.
My Areas of Training & Experience
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Couples Therapy – including affairs, betrayal, repair, and reconnection
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Children & Adolescents – play therapy, developmental and trauma-focused work
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Addictions & Recovery – trauma-informed strategies for lasting change
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Relational & Attachment Trauma – supporting clients in healing deep wounds
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First Responders & Medical Professionals – trauma, resilience, and recovery
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Grief, Loss, Accidents, Concussions – walking with clients through life’s hardest moments
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Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD – evidence-based and trauma-informed care
Why Choose Me as Your Supervisor/Mentor?
Because I bring depth + flexibility. I don’t just oversee your work—I help you grow into the therapist you aspire to be. You’ll get:
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Support in working with any client population
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Strategies for navigating “stuck points” in therapy
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Guidance in integrating trauma-informed care across approaches
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A safe, encouraging space for professional growth
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Practical wisdom drawn from years of clinical experience
Let’s Grow Together
Whether you’re completing practicum hours, starting your career, or looking to deepen your skills as a seasoned therapist, I’d love to walk alongside you.
📩 Reach out today to begin elevating your work with clients.
Let’s make therapy transformative—not just for clients, but for you as a clinician.
Miranda Arellano, BA, MC, RP, Certified EMDR Therapist, EMDR Consultant in Training