About Ruby
Thanks for arriving here. I am a Registered Occupational Therapist, psychotherapist, meditation teacher, small business owner, mom of 2 kiddos + 1 canine, nature lover, very beginner guitarist, and aspiring book worm (currently reading: The Great Alone, by Kristin Hannah, and Bearing the Unbearable, by Dr. Joanne Cacciatore.
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I offer individual counselling in-person and online. My goal is to support you in your journey to developing self-understanding and self-trust, and help you to find ways to live your life fully, amidst all the ups and downs. I am continually engaged in mental health education and psychotherapy supervision, and it's my great honour to be let in to your world to offer support.
In my OT practice I also work with survivors of motor vehicle accidents to facilitate their mental, physical, and emotional recovery. In 2014 I founded Union Yoga + Wellness in Toronto, where I teach currently teach drop-in classes and courses in Meditation, and offer individual meditation coaching.
Training and Education
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Master of Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto, 2013
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Master of Psychiatry, McGill, 2010
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Bachelor of Science in Psychology, McGill, 2008
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Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Facilitation, University of Toronto & Centre for Mindfulness Studies
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Certificate in Applied Mindfulness Meditation, University of Toronto
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Multiple trainings in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Somatic Embodiment and Regulation, Emotion Focused Therapy, Relaxation Training, Anxiety Management, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma Informed Care.
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ASSIST Suicide intervention training
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200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Toronto, 2011
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Numerous additional Yoga trainings including Restorative Yoga, Trauma Informed Yoga, and more.
Meditation
I have had a formal meditation practice for over 10 years. It all started with this book (thanks, mom!).
As long time student of Buddhist meditation and psychology in the Theravada tradition, I attend regular silent retreats of 5 to 10 days to maintain and deepen my practice. I feel fortunate to have practiced and studied with renowned teachers including Joseph Goldstein, Kamala Masters, DaRa Williams, Pascal Auclair, Guy and Sally Armstrong, Darryl Lynn Ross, Jill Davey, and Dawn Mauricio.
In 2022 completed a 2-year Community Dharma Leader Mentorship program offered by True North Insight. I am currently participating in Spirit Rock Meditation Center's LEAP program (formerly Advanced Practioner's Program).
Professional Registrations
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Registered in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
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Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT)
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International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA)
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Mindfulness Toronto