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Paula Fernandez
Registered Social Worker
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She/Her/Hers
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Toronto, ON

Paula Fernandez is a dedicated Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, overseeing her independent practice, Lost and Found Therapy in Toronto Ontario.

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Paula Fernandez is a dedicated Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, overseeing her independent practice, Lost and Found Therapy in Toronto Ontario.

Armed with a background in Social Work and Psychotherapy she is a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and a graduate of the 5-year Psychotherapy training program at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto. 

Paula started her career in Social Work in 2003, and participated in organizational work supporting women against violence, refugees, and members from marginalized populations, focusing on immigration settlement and outreach. Running parallel to her mental health pursuits, Paula devoted a decade to the health and wellness sector through the management of Integrative Health Clinics with a focus in functional medicine, chronic pain, and hormonal health.

Paula has contributed to mental health and wellness blogs and content for Integrative clinics in Toronto and is the resident Social Worker and Psychotherapist for Bodyco Toronto.

With a cultural heritage rooted in Mexico, Paula takes pride serving the Latinx community by offering services in Spanish and serving the newcomer populations.

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Psychiatrist vs. Psychologist vs. Psychotherapist

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Paula Fernández

You know you or a loved one needs the help of a mental health professional. But who do you turn to? The exact type of professional you see will depend on your needs.

Creating Healthy Boundaries

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Paula Fernández

“When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable,” writes best-selling self-help author Brené Brown, “we feel used and mistreated.” Setting healthy boundaries is essential to maintaining healthy relationships. Registered Social Worker Paula Fernández often treats clients who have issues setting boundaries.

Therapy 101
1.0 Therapy basics
2.0 Types of therapists
3.0 Costs and coverage
4.0 Mental health specializations
5.0 Therapy techniques
1.0 Therapy basics
How does therapy work?How to find a therapistWhat to expect during your first therapy appointmentOnline vs. in-person therapy appointments
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2.0 Types of therapists
Psychiatrist licensing and education in CanadaPsychologist licensing and education in CanadaSocial worker licensing and education in CanadaPsychotherapist licensing and education in Canada
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3.0 Costs and coverage
How much does therapy cost?Affordable and sliding scale therapyIs therapy covered by provincial healthcare plans in Canada?Therapies covered by workplace insurance benefits
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4.0 Mental health specializations
Anxiety disorder assessment and therapy techniquesDepression disorder assessment and therapy techniquesObsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) assessment and therapy techniquesTrauma therapy techniquesPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) assessment and therapy techniques
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5.0 Therapy techniques
Compare popular therapy techniques: CBT, DBT, EMDR and SomaticCognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) exercises and techniquesEye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy exercises and techniquesDialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) exercises and techniquesSomatic therapy exercises and techniques
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