Licensed Social Worker

Company Description

Acorn and Anchor Therapy Centre provides relational, depth-oriented therapy that supports neuroplasticity, positive self-identity, and relief from anxiety, depression, and related challenges. The centre uses a unique Brain Animals model to help clients and families understand brain and body responses to danger and build shared language for self-regulation and emotional management.

Acorn and Anchor specializes in supporting neurodivergent individuals, particularly those who are Gifted, Talented, and Intense-minded (GTI-m), including people who identify with giftedness, twice-exceptionality, ADHD, ASD, C-PTSD, anxiety, and existential depression. The team integrates approaches such as IFS, CBT, DBT, and other trauma-informed methods, tailoring therapy to each client’s needs and life transitions. The centre is committed to offering a validating, growth-focused environment for clients seeking deeper understanding and sustainable change.

We are a close-knit team who value genuine connection, authenticity, and a sense of humour!

The MSW/RSW will provide individual, dyad, and family psychotherapy, with a focus on neurodivergent clients and those identifying as GTI-m, using trauma-informed and relational approaches. We work with all ages from about age 4‑adulthood.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities include conducting biopsychosocial assessments, developing and updating treatment plans, and delivering evidence‑informed interventions such as Psychodynamic, Somatic work, IFS, Self Regulation, strength‑based, and attachment‑based practices.

The role involves offering psychoeducation to clients and families about brain‑body responses and self‑regulation, providing neuro‑affirming care, maintaining clear, timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and ethical standards, and a commitment to a practice collective based practice space.

The Social Worker/Therapist will participate in team consultations, case discussions, and ongoing professional development to ensure high‑quality, client‑centered care. This is a full‑time (contract‑based), on‑site role based in Toronto, ON.

• Demonstrated competency in Social Work practice, including assessment, intervention planning, and client advocacy.
• Strong background in Mental Health, including supporting clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodivergence.
• Knowledge of skills‑based approaches (e.g., emotion regulation and distress tolerance strategies).
• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) with current registration and good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).
• Experience providing psychotherapy to neurodivergent clients (e.g., ADHD, ASD, 2e, gifted) and those with complex trauma is an asset.
• Strong relational skills, cultural humility, and commitment