Shiona Robertson

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST, MA, BSW, RP

Shiona Robertson

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BSW, RP

Shiona Robertson holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, and is a Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO. With 25 years of experience in the helping professions, she has worked extensively in child welfare and mental health, supporting youth and adults with developmental disabilities.

In Scotland, Shiona managed live-in treatment programs. Since relocating to Toronto, she has dedicated the past 15 years to counselling children, youth, and families. She specializes in trauma assessment and treatment, having completed both Geraldine Crisci’s Trauma Assessment and Treatment Certification and the Sexual Behaviour Assessment and Treatment Certification Program.

Shiona offers a collaborative and eclectic approach to psychotherapy, utilizing different modalities including but not limited to Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Play-Based approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused CBT. She is currently completing certification in Stephen Porges’ Safe and Sound Protocol. With a strong interest in relational trauma and attachment, she provides trauma-informed and culturally safe care.

Alongside her clinical work, Shiona is an experienced trainer and consultant. She has delivered training in Scotland and across Ontario, provides consultation and peer supervision for Elementary Day Treatment Programs at Lumenus Community Services, and trains first responders and frontline workers through the TEMA Foundation’s peer support program. She also serves as a full-time Professor in the Child and Youth Care program at Centennial College.

Counselling Services

There are many experiences in life that make us feel overwhelmed. Perhaps you worry a lot, feel sad or low, are not sleeping well, have thoughts or feelings you do not like? You may have experienced traumatic events, maybe you have difficult relationships with family members or friends, you may have experienced childhood trauma. Our experiences can have a significant impact on our thoughts, beliefs about ourselves and others, feelings, and behaviour. Sometimes we get stuck and we want change, we might want to improve our relationship with ourselves and others.

I have counselled people from all walks of life with various needs and goals. I specialize in working with children and youth. There are lots of modalities that can be used to help people. In my experience, a collaborative and eclectic approach offers you choices in and control over your therapy. It is important that you have a space of acceptance.

If you are reading this profile then you’ve taken the first step to find support. Knowing where to begin, who to choose can be intimidating. I invite you to reach out to me. Together, we can discuss your needs and goals, you can decide if I am the right fit for you. If you decide to work with me then we will walk together at your pace.

Shiona Robertson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BSW, RP

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Geraldine Crisci, Geraldine Crisci and Associates, Shiona Robertson

Shiona is a passionate and knowledgeable clinician. As my supervisor, Shiona has guided my practice and enhanced my tool kit in tremendous ways. Her ability to provide critical feedback, and dedication to providing excellent therapy, makes Shiona a luminary.

Julianna Mazzei

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RECE, BCD, MACP, RPQ

Shiona Robertson

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST, MA, BSW, RP