SABRINA PUENTE, BA, BEd, MSW, RSW

Sabrina  (Independent Contractor)

I am a registered social worker with 14 years of psychotherapy experience and 3 years of art therapy experience with individuals, couples, and families. With a focus on trauma and attachment, I blend evidence-based approaches like Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and attachment-focused adult psychotherapy techniques to provide personalized care for each individual/couple. For couples, I provide Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy and other attachment-focused approaches to help partners deepen their connection, navigate conflict, and build secure, fulfilling relationships. 

I provide a supportive, person-centred, and integrative approach that combines traditional psychotherapy with the transformative power of art therapy (if desired). Incorporating art therapy into my practice allows individuals/couples to tap into their creativity as a powerful tool for self-expression and healing. Whether through words, art, or a combination of both, my role is to help you to rewrite your story, reconnect with yourself/each other, and move toward a brighter future. 

I believe that counselling is a deeply personal and collaborative process. Whether you’re navigating life’s challenges, working through the impacts of past trauma, or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself and/or your partner, I’m here to support you every step of the way. I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey toward growth, connection, and healing. 

Everyone has their own journey and sometimes along that pathway things can become challenging.  Life presents stressors and in today’s times it seems that they continue to grow. Having some help along the way, focusing on strengths and working collaboratively would be your experience while working with me. Self-care is something I strongly believe in, knowing your own self-worth and taking care of yourself is so important. My approach is strength based, with connection, empathy and rapport building, the starting point of the sessions. We are a team!  

I have 35 years of experience, working in mental health supporting children, youth, families and adults. I have my Child and Youth Worker degree, Addiction Certification and my Bachelor of Social Work. I work from a trauma lens with the focus on connection and collaboration. Throughout my years, I have done training in many areas that focus on behaviour management, motivational interviewing, collaborative problem solving, conscious discipline, addictions, mindfulness and many more.  

Erica  (Independent Contractor) 

I have over 25 years of experience working with children 4 years to young adults in schools, child protection and the community. I’ve obtained my Child and Youth Counsellor Advanced Diploma, Educational Assistant Diploma, Registered Behaviour Technician Training through the Geneva Center and Experiential Learning Training. My goal is to work collaboratively with you, and your child to enhance and develop the social skills necessary for connection and success, navigate through behavioral challenges, emotional wellbeing, and program planning.

As a dedicated Child and Youth Care Practitioner, I offer a compassionate, individualized approach to support young people through a variety of emotional, behavioural and developmental struggles. Whether it’s helping your child manage anxiety, improving family communication, or building social skills, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space for growth and healing.With extensive experience in Social Skills Training and a deep commitment to wellbeing, I work closely with you to create personalized strategies that foster emotional strength, self-esteem, and healthy coping skills. Together, we can guide children, teens, young adults and families in developing the tools they need to thrive both now and in the future. 

Inclusive County Family Counselling is working in partnership with Erica at The Social Nudge.                                                                                                          

www.socialnudge.ca