Avery Pascoa
REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER (#864852)
Who she works with: Children & Adolescents, Young Adults.
Areas of Focus
- Children & Adolescents
- Young Adults
- Addictions
- Trauma & Complex Trauma
- Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating
- Suicidal Thoughts & Self-Harm
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Emotional Regulation
- Self-Esteem
- Identity
- Life Transitions
Treatment Modalities
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Strengths-Based Practice
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Creative & Experiential Interventions
About Avery
Starting therapy can feel intimidating. You might not know what to say, where to start, or even if therapy is something you want to do, and that’s okay! You don’t have to have it all figured out before you walk through the door.
I believe therapy should feel safe, welcoming, and maybe even a little fun. Especially when working with children and adolescents, connection often comes before conversation. Sometimes that means talking, and sometimes it looks like using an activity to explore a feeling, finding something we can laugh about together, or simply having someone alongside you while you figure things out.
I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, self-esteem challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, and the impacts of trauma. While these concerns are important to address, I also believe they can be expressions of something deeper.
Together, we can become curious about what’s underneath the surface and explore the experiences, relationships, patterns, and beliefs that have shaped how you cope and move through the world.
My approach is rooted in trauma-informed, strengths-based, relational, and collaborative work. I believe the ways we cope often make sense when we understand what we have been through. Rather than simply trying to “fix” a symptom, our work can involve understanding where it comes from, building practical tools for the present, and creating new ways of responding that feel safer and more helpful.
Most importantly, I want therapy to be a space where you can show up exactly as you are. There is room for the hard conversations, the awkward moments, the big feelings, the small victories, and the occasional game. You don’t need to know exactly where we’re going, come as you are and we can figure it out together.
On a personal note
I’m a big believer that you can take therapy seriously without taking yourself too seriously! Outside of the therapy room, you’ll usually find me spending time with my dog, Blu, planning my next adventure, or doing something outdoors.
I love being creative, trying new things, and finding the fun in everyday life. I’m always up for a good laugh, a new adventure, or finding an excuse to turn something into a creative project.
