Judy Casteels, BSW, RSW, MA
Registered Clinical Social Worker
She/Her
Virtual

Licensed in: Ontario

Education: Yorkville University

Top Specialties: Mental Health, Well-Being, Cultural Identity & Belonging

Age Groups: Young Adults (18–24), Adults (25–64), Seniors (65+), Parents/Caregivers, Families, Couples

Fee: $175

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Judy is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and an OHS Certificate. She brings years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of mental health and wellness challenges.

Her approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive, ensuring every client feels heard, understood, and supported.

Judy has worked extensively in community, clinical, and hospital settings, supporting diverse populations, including Indigenous and Métis communities. She’s committed to helping clients build resilience, self-sufficiency, and overall well-being.

Expertise & Info

General Expertise In:

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma & PTSD
Stress & Burnout
Relationship Issues
Family Conflict / Parenting
Self-Esteem
ADHD
Social Anxiety
Anger Management
Emotional Regulation
Mood
Bipolar Disorder (Support)
Personality-Related Challenges (e.g., BPD Traits)
Chronic Illness / Pain Coping
Sleep Concerns / Insomnia
Body Image
Perfectionism
Imposter Syndrome
Workplace Stress
Leadership / High-Performer Mental Health
Academic Stress
Executive Functioning
Relationship Therapy
Separation / Divorce
Substance Use (Alcohol/Drugs)
Problematic Internet/Gaming
Gambling
Cultural Identity & Belonging
Racial Trauma
Domestic Violence Support / Safety Planning

Treatment Approaches:

Core evidence-based approaches

CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)

DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy)

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based approaches (MBCT/MBSR)

Family Systems / Bowen

Somatic Therapy / Somatic Experiencing

Depth / insight-oriented

Psychodynamic / Psychoanalytic

Attachment-based therapy

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Culturally responsive therapy

Indigenous-informed approaches

Integrative/eclectic

Insurances Accepted:

Beneva
Sunlife
Canada Life
GreenShield
Empire Life
Medic Construction
RBC Insurance
Cash Pay (No Insurance)

Licensure & Fees

Professional Designation:
Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW)

Location:
Ontario(Virtual Services)

Session Fees:
$175

Insurance receipts are provided. Direct billing available where applicable.

Testimonials
Clients are saying...

"Judy is warm, culturally aware, and genuinely easy to talk to - I felt understood from the very first session. She has a steadying presence that makes even the hard conversations feel manageable." - D.K., Ontario Client

Ontario
Beneva
Sunlife
Canada Life
GreenShield
Empire Life
Medic Construction
RBC Insurance
Cash Pay (No Insurance)
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma & PTSD
Stress & Burnout
Relationship Issues
Family Conflict / Parenting
Self-Esteem
ADHD
Social Anxiety
Anger Management
Emotional Regulation
Mood
Bipolar Disorder (Support)
Personality-Related Challenges (e.g., BPD Traits)
Chronic Illness / Pain Coping
Sleep Concerns / Insomnia
Body Image
Perfectionism
Imposter Syndrome
Workplace Stress
Leadership / High-Performer Mental Health
Academic Stress
Executive Functioning
Relationship Therapy
Separation / Divorce
Substance Use (Alcohol/Drugs)
Problematic Internet/Gaming
Gambling
Cultural Identity & Belonging
Racial Trauma
Domestic Violence Support / Safety Planning
Adult (18+)
Child (12-15)
Couples (18+)
Seniors (65+)
If you are having a mental health emergency, call 911, The National Suicide and Crisis Helpline at 988, or go to your local ER