Jovette Carey — Child in Mind

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Jovette Carey RP (Qualifying)

**Child Therapist (ages 0-18) and Parent Support in English and French**
Helping Children and Families Thrive Together
**Jovette Carey** is a dedicated bilingual child therapist who specializes in supporting children and families through life's challenges. Through experience and a deep understanding of child development, her goal is to create a safe, compassionate environment where children feel heard, understood, and empowered.
**Approach to Therapy:**
Jovette takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), play therapy, and attachment-based techniques. Her work is grounded in attachment theory, which emphasizes the importance of secure emotional bonds between children and their caregivers. Attachment plays a critical role in a child's emotional regulation, social development, and ability to form healthy relationships throughout life.
By focusing on strengthening these foundational bonds, Jovette helps both children and parents build trust, improve communication, and develop healthier emotional connections. Whether working with a child experiencing anxiety or helping a family navigate transitions, she creates a therapeutic space where attachment can heal and grow.
**Educational Background and Training:**
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology – Yorkville University
- Bachelor of Kinesiology – Brock University (2009)
- Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) – College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
**Areas of Specialization:**
- Child Anxiety & Stress Management
- Behavioural Issues & Self-Regulation
- Parenting Support & Attachment Guidance
- Trauma Recovery & Attachment Disruptions
- Social Skills & Peer Relationships
- Grief & Loss Support
- Divorce & Family Transitions
**Working with Parents:**
Jovette believes that strong, secure attachments between children and their caregivers are the foundation for healthy emotional development. In therapy, she works with parents to help them understand attachment patterns and learn how to support their child’s emotional needs in a nurturing, responsive way. Whether managing a child’s behavior or navigating family challenges, Jovette offers strategies to strengthen the parent-child bond, improve attachment, and create a secure emotional environment.
**Why Choose Jovette Carey?**
- Warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach
- Expertise in attachment theory and child development
- Evidence-based techniques, including attachment-based interventions
- Collaborative work with parents to achieve lasting change
- Comfortable, child-friendly therapy space
- Focus on both short-term goals and long-term emotional growth
**Let's Work Together:**
If you are ready to support your child's emotional well-being and strengthen your family’s connections, Jovette would love to help. Together, you can nurture secure attachments, build resilience, and create a positive foundation for your child’s future.