About In-Between Therapy
Hi, I'm Shamalla.
My path to social work was shaped by my own experience of leaving a high-control religious environment in early adulthood. Through this journey, I came to understand the courage it can take to question long-held beliefs, rebuild your sense of self, and navigate life on the “outside”.
Religious and spiritual trauma is a particular focus of my practice. I also support adults navigating other experiences of trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression. You don’t need to have a religious background or be going through a faith transition to work with me.
When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and dog. I love travelling, playing video games, cooking, and swimming.
Education & Training
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW)— The University of Toronto
Certificate in Addictions and Mental Health — Humber College
Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology — York University
Professional Training
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) -Medical University of South Carolina
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) -Medical University of South Carolina
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Trauma -Psychwire
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) -Psychwire
Religious Trauma, Spiritual Abuse and Cult Recovery: Treating the Trauma Caused by Adverse Religious Experiences -PESI (Anna Clark Miller LPC-S)
Trauma & Grief Dual Certification -PESI (Dr. Chinwe Williams, Erica Sirrine, Dr.Mary Frances)
Polyvagal Theory for Embodied Trauma Recovery -PESI (Dr.Arielle Schwartz)
Culturally Adapted Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CA-CBT) -CAMH
Memberships
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers (OCSWSSW)
Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW)
Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW)