Mary Cross MSW RSW, Therapist
I’ve helped thousands of people gain clarity & feel happier & more in control of their lives. It would be an honour & pleasure to be your therapist.
I have a Masters of Social Work (MSW) and I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario Association of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OASWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW). I have practiced therapy both in person and online for over 10 years.
My Style of Therapy
I use an eclectic style of therapy. I draw upon a variety of therapeutic models based on your wants and needs. I often use Narrative Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) DBT skills, Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT ) when appropriate or according to your wishes.
If you are new to therapy the “New To Therapy” 4 session package explores some of these models so that you can get a feel for them.
My Therapist History
I started out with in-person talk therapy from a private office. However, during the Covid pandemic I had to close my office and transition to Online Therapy in order to keep supporting my clients. I grew to love it, and so did they. I can now do talk therapy online for clients anywhere in Ontario.
Personal Bio
I grew up in Toronto and went to university, worked, volunteered, and raised two children in Guelph Ontario and have recently returned to Toronto.
I have my Masters of Social Work (MSW) from Wilfrid Laurier University and I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario Association of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OASWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW).
I enjoy being with my family, socializing with friends, movies, writing, walks in nature, and checking out festivals and art events. I like to do my daily Duolingo, Wordle and Spelling Bee.
In a previous career, I was the Artistic Director of a artists film co-op. I later worked in crisis mental health on phone lines, walk-in clinics and alongside police. This taught me to assess people’s needs quickly and to offer them the most effective therapy interventions.
I am covered by several workplace EAP programs and most Private Insurance and Extended Health Benefit plans in Ontario as and Registered Social Worker RSW therapist.
I would be honoured to work with you!
Mary Cross
