Karen Hill
Credentials/Title: Therapist; Special Education Teacher; Trainer
Availability: Child and parent groups open to new clients, individual therapy closed at this time.
Languages: English
Age Range: Children, adolescents, adults for parenting support, and families
Services Offered: Individual therapy, group therapy, parent consultation, behavioural support, and skills-based interventions
Areas of Focus:
Anxiety, ASD, ADHD, ODD, disruptive behaviours, emotional regulation, sensory processing, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and trauma
Approach to Therapy:
Karen works from a collaborative, strengths-based perspective, supporting clients in becoming the architects of their own lives. She prioritizes building a safe, comfortable, and trusting therapeutic relationship, where clients feel supported in exploring challenges and developing practical tools for growth. Her approach integrates evidence-based strategies with a focus on emotional regulation, behaviour support, and skill-building, while meeting each client where they are at.
Educational Background and Training:
Karen holds a B.A. (Hons) in Psychology from the University of British Columbia, a B.Ed. from Queen’s University, and an M.Ed. in Counselling from the University of Ottawa.
She has over 25 years of experience working in both educational and therapeutic settings as a therapist, trainer, and special education teacher.
Certifications and Training include:
Collaborative Problem Solving (Tier 2)
Advanced Trainer in the Nurtured Heart Approach
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS)
Star Statement:
With over two decades of experience across both education and therapy, Karen brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and practical, real-world strategies. Her ability to connect with children, youth, and families, combined with her strong foundation in behaviour, mental health, and skill development, allows her to create meaningful, lasting change in a supportive and empowering environment.