Areas of Practice:
- Neurodivergent (AuDHD/ADHD)
- OCD
- Anxiety and Stress
- Support Family of First Responders (children & partner)
- Depression
- Self-Esteem
- And more…
Availability:
Avery is currently accepting clients.
Avery Robb, MA (CAND.)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) & Intern Therapist
I work with individuals who are navigating mental health challenges, particularly those struggling with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders. I am also very passionate about supporting families of first responders as the daughter of a recently retired police officer. Simply put, life looks different for families of first responders, and as someone who lives this life every day, I want to support the families who have a loved one who has their life on the line every day. The impacts on families are profound and needs to be addressed. By drawing from my own experiences and the therapeutic tools I’ve acquired, I aim to provide compassionate support and effective coping strategies. My goal is to help clients gain insight, develop resilience, and find hope, offering the same type of understanding and guidance that were instrumental in my own path to wellness. My journey with therapy was transformative, revealing how essential it is to have compassionate guidance. This inspired me to help others find clarity and support, particularly teenagers and young adults facing mental health issues. With a judgment-free attitude, calm demeanour, and deep empathy born from my own experiences, I strive to offer the same support that was pivotal in my own healing process.
Associations/Education:
- Registered Psychotherapist, Qualifying (CRPO)
- Masters in Counselling Psychology (cand.) and Intern Therapist
Average Cost
$70 per session — sliding scale available
What are personal qualities are important for the job that you do?
Non-judgmental
Calm and Patient
Compassionate and Empathetic
Relatable
What is your personal mantra or favourite quote?
- “Be not afraid of going slowly, be afraid only of standing still.” – Chinese Proverb
Therapeutic Approaches in my Counselling
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Strength-Based Therapy
Experience
- 2 years experience in crisis intervention
- Current Case Worker with Ontario Works
- Experience with Youth and Young Adults
Professional Associations
- Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) – College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) – License # 17805
Education
- Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) – Yorkville University, 2021 – present
- BA – University of Guelph – 2022
Professional Development
- Understanding ADHD
- Occupational Aware Health Care provider – Unverstanding Emegency Worker Trauma – First Responders
- Understanding Veteran’s Mental Health
- Mental Health First Aid
- Psychological First Aid
- Standard First Aid/ CPR Level C
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
- ASSIST and SafeTalk
- STEP – Sex Trafficking Education Plan
- Situation Table Training, Wilfred Laurier University
- Impacting the Opioid Crisis, University of Michigan
- HIV/Hep C Prevention, OHRN Learning
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Psychosis – Canadian Psychological Association
- Evidence-Based Correctional Practices for Working with Offenders w Mental Illness – Canadian Psychological Association
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Level 1 & 11 – Wilfred Laurier University
- Engaging Complex Clients: Working in Addictions with Specialized Populations – Wilfred Laurier University
- Motivational Enhancement Techniques – University of Virginia
Are you curious about Avery?
What made you decide to choose your role as a therapist?
I decided to pursue becoming a therapist because I felt that my personal experience with mental health could provide value and support to someone going through something similar. When I was amid my mental health journey with OCD and anxiety, I was embarrassed that I was having such distressing thoughts, mostly because I did not know what was going on. It was not until my own therapist helped me with learning about these disorders, coping mechanisms and who I was outside of having OCD and anxiety that I knew I had found my passion. When I started to understand what living with OCD and anxiety would look like for me, I knew I needed to help others find that as well. Being a teenager and young adult with an anxiety disorder is very difficult, and with my firsthand experience, I knew I needed to take that educational and career path to achieve the goal of helping others through a similar journey.
What is your favourite place to find inspiration?
I love to find inspiration anywhere with a beach, this could be camping, an all-inclusive holiday or the lakes near by.
What are the top 3 things you do to keep healthy?
Exercising x3 times per week. Getting as much sleep as possible (8-10 hours per night). Listening and being in tune with my body as to what I need, whether that be time by myself, exercising, or taking care of my mental health.
What are some of your favourite things to do?
The biggest interests that show a bit about myself is around travelling with my family, camping, watching true documentaries, and being creative with crafts.
Why would a potential client come to Kindred Hope?
At Kindred Hope, we aim to bring a personalized and unique session to meet all of our client's needs. Through our own experiences and knowledge, I hope we can offer a large range of tools and techniques to help you manage your struggles and find methods that work best for you. We excel in our openness and approachability by creating a warm and welcoming environment that is free from judgment.
What are you biggest interests that show a bit about you?
Some of my favourite things to do are similar to my interests, and more. I love camping, spending time with family or my puppies, skiing, walking along Lake Simcoe, reading thriller bookes, listening to Crime Junkies podcasts, and going to Leaf games!
