Counselling
Neurodiversity-Affirming and Trauma-Informed Mental-Health Support
We are pleased to offer counselling services from Kasey Mahnic, Registered Clinical Social Worker for children, adolescents, and adults.
At Pathways, our dedicated philosophies and clinic-wide approach for supporting ALL individuals utilizes a strengths-based, identity-affirming, and connection-focused framework. We understand that in the pursuit of mental health support, such as counselling, it is important to access a service provider who aims to understand, affirm, accept, and support you.
Kasey has extensive experience in the mental health field and has worked with many different people from all walks of life; however, her passion has always been in the area of neurodivergence. Kasey has spent the entirety of her counselling career working with neurodivergent individuals and their families, and she recognizes and deeply understands the complex struggles and barriers that can come along with trying to navigate a world that doesn't feel like it was made for you. Kasey is particularly sensitive to the stressors and traumas that many neurodivergent people face but may not feel validated and supported with - navigating transitions, friendship and peer difficulties, bullying and isolation, loss of favourite teachers or caregivers, identity shame, childhood embarrassments, and more. You may not even have the words to describe what's going on, or identify what exactly is an issue for you, and that's ok too! For many people seeking mental health counselling, it can be overwhelming trying to find a safe and supportive person with whom you can connect. Kasey's goal is to ensure all people with whom she enters a counselling relationship feel emotionally safe, accepted for who they are, and encouraged to explore their experiences in a way that validates their struggles but also highlights and celebrates their strengths and intrinsic value.
Kasey has experience navigating a wide range of challenges her clients may be experiencing and truly believes there is no "right" or "wrong" way to show up to counselling. Kasey practices from an integrative approach, meaning she adapts her approaches to fit what you need, rather than expecting you to fit into a specific therapy model. Although Kasey specializes in counselling that is neurodiversity-affirming, she is not diagnosis based and is open and able to support anyone. Kasey encourages you to come as you are - all brains, bodies, and identities are welcome!
Meet Kasey, Registered Social Worker (MSW)
Kasey Mahnic completed her Masters of Clinical Social Work from the University of Calgary in 2016. Kasey also completed her Trauma Informed Care and Counselling Certificate through the University at Buffalo in 2021. Kasey is also a Certified AutPlay Therapy provider which is a neurodiversity-affirming framework for implementing play therapy. Kasey is currently a Registered Social Worker with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (#3373).
Over the last 8 years Kasey has specialized in providing counselling to neurodivergent and/or disabled adults and youth. Kasey is passionate about providing therapy that is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and strengths-based with a focus on creating a therapeutic relationship built on safety, acceptance, and adaptability - with some humour and fun sprinkled in! Kasey believes that therapy should be accessible to all, and that every single person can benefit from a therapeutic connection where they feel empowered, affirmed, and supported.
How can we help?
Counselling services are available for children, adolescents, and adults within the age range of 6 years and up. Available service areas are detailed below for each age group; however, please note these areas are not exclusive to each age group. Please note that for children and adolescents, If you are curious about our counselling services being a fit for you/your child and your particular needs, please contact our team and we will be happy to help.
Services for Children + Adolescents Aged 6-17 years:
Often within this age range, topics that can be addressed in therapy include but are not limited to; Anxiety, depression, expressing/understanding emotions, coping, grief and loss, bullying, self-esteem, transitions (moving schools or a new grade starting, moving homes, holidays, etc), and adverse life events or traumatic experiences.
Services for Young Adults Aged 18-25 years:
Often within this age range, topics that can be addressed in therapy include but are not limited to; Anxiety, depression, expressing/understanding emotions, coping, grief and loss, bullying, self-esteem, exploration of self/identity, workplace difficulties, relationships and sexuality, family systems, transitions (aging out of school, starting post secondary, getting a job, moving out, etc), and adverse life events or traumatic experiences.
Services for Adults Aged 25+ years:
Often within this age range, topics that can be addressed in therapy include but are not limited to; Anxiety, depression, expressing/understanding emotions, coping, grief and loss, bullying, self-esteem, exploration of self/identity, workplace difficulties, relationships and sexuality, family systems, transitions (moving, starting a new job, new relationships, marriage, having children, etc), and adverse life events or traumatic experiences.
Available Services & Fees
Initial Intake Consultation - Adult (60-minutes/$175)
An Initial Intake Consultation involves a 60-minute in-person appointment. You will be expected to complete an intake form prior to the session - if you are unable to do so, please contact the counsellor. The initial consultation includes the counsellor’s review of the intake information and preparation for session, discussion of background information, current areas of concern, expectations from therapeutic process, and discussion of therapeutic direction that will inform our work in follow up sessions. Please note that insurance plans can vary greatly, it is your responsibility to ensure your insurance plan will cover services from a Registered Social Worker.
Initial Intake Consultation - Child/Teen (75-minutes/$190)
An Initial Intake Consultation starts with a 15-minute phone call with parent(s) or guardian to be completed prior to the session and then a 60-minute in-person appointment booked separately with the parent(s) or guardian and child/teen. The parent(s) or guardian will be expected to complete an intake form prior to the session - if you are unable to do so, please contact the counsellor. It is preferred that this intake form is completed prior to the 15 minute phone call, so that the counsellor has time to review the information provided and discuss briefly with the parent(s) or guardian during the phone call. For the in-person appointment, the parent(s) or guardian will be expected to be present for the first 15-20 minutes of the in-person appointment, and then the rest of the session the counsellor will meet with the child alone. The counsellor may ask to meet the parent(s) or guardian in person prior to meeting the child. If the parents of the child are separated or divorced and custody is shared or a joint agreement is in place, WRITTEN consent from both parents is required prior to the initial consultation. The initial intake consultation includes the counsellor’s review of intake information and preparation for session, discussion of background information, current areas of concern, expectations from therapeutic process and discussion of therapeutic direction that will inform our work in follow up sessions. The counsellor will also provide the parent(s) or guardian a brief summary of therapeutic impressions and direction. Please note that insurance plans can vary greatly, it is your responsibility to ensure that your insurance plan will cover services from a Registered Social Worker.
Ongoing Counselling Sessions - All ages (50-minutes/$150)
Ongoing sessions are 50 minutes. Ongoing sessions will be individually tailored and the number, duration, and frequency of sessions recommended will vary case by case. For child/teen sessions, the practitioner may request to meet with the parent(s) or guardian separately from the child in ongoing sessions.
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