Our Team

Alana Ramond

Registered Social Worker
MSW, RSW (she/her)
Navigating life transitions can be challenging, especially when managing health, relationships, and self-worth. Many young people face difficulties communicating their needs, connecting with peers, and coping with performance pressure in sports and their careers. I believe in the power of the gray area between challenges that might first appear black and white - seeing multiple truths is one of my superpowers.

With over a decade of experience working in the mental health field, my expertise includes working with adolescents and a background as a former national athlete. This unique perspective informs a practice that integrates psychological insights into performance and well-being.

In our sessions, we’ll engage in mindfulness activities and explore new perspectives, creating a supportive and non-judgemental environment. It’s a collaborative journey where I’m here to support you, providing warmth and encouragement.

I’ve seen clients transform their lives, gain independence, improve family communication, and overcome anxiety. I believe in your capacity for change; even a small shift can lead to significant growth. If you got on a flight and the coordinates changed by one degree, you would end up in a completely different place… Imagine where that one degree of change could take you.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Yes

AVAILABILITY
Mon/Tues: 5pm-8pm (Virtual Only)
Sat: 12pm-4pm (Virtual Only)

POPULATIONS
• Individuals • Children (10+) • Teens • Families •

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
• Disordered Eating • Self Esteem • Adolescent Transitions • Sports and Performance Anxiety • Work Stress •
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THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
  • Family Based Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
  • Motivational Enhancement


TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

  • MED-DBT, Dr. Anita Federici, 2024
  • Adolescent Focused Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa, Dr. James Lock, 2023
  • CBTE, Credo-Oxford, 2022
  • Emotionally Focused Family Therapy Core Clinician Training Level I, Mission: Empowerment, 2021
  • DBT For Eating Disorders, SickKids Institute, 2021
  • Family Based Therapy/ FBT-ARFID, Dr. James Lock, 2021/ 2023

get to know me outside of therapy

  • I love cats—so much that I sat through an 18-hour tattoo session of my cat Walter… and I’m afraid of needles. I am always open to looking at pet pictures, and bonus points if I get to meet them during a virtual session!
  • I am a sports (and competition) enthusiast. I have represented Canada in field hockey and Ontario playing ringette. I am always open to learning about new sports!
  • My favourite quote is “Rise and rise again until lambs become lions” - Unknown

small steps,
big changes

We're here for you whenever you're ready to take the first step.