Samantha O’Reilly MSW RSW

About Me

Background and Education

After receiving my Bachelor of Arts with specialization in Sociology (Honours) at the university of Guelph, I continued my education at the University of Waterloo where I graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours), followed by a Masters of Social Work (Honours).

I have continued my education beyond post secondary through various courses including; Hormones and Mental Health (Laurier University), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Laurier University and Beck Institute), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TFCBT.ORG), Dialectal Behavioural Therapy (Homewood Health), Mindfulness practices (Homewood Health). I also continue my learning through keeping up to date on research and texts with special interest in Highly Sensitive People, Nervous System and Mental Health, Neurodiversity and Anxiety.

Therapy is not a “one-size fits all” approach. I tailor the therapy modalities to match your needs.

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Area of expertise

  • Stress management

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Low mood

  • ADHD

  • Divorce/Separation

  • Life transitions

  • Parenting

  • Self esteem

  • Pregnancy and postpartum

  • Grief and loss

  • Trauma

  • Processing childhood

  • Emotional regulation

  • Anger

  • Highly Sensitive person

  • relationships and socialization

  • Mood and personality disorders

  • Nervous system regulation

Get to know me!

I live in the small town of Rockwood Ontario with my family of four. I am a Mom to two sweet and sassy redheaded girls who have taught me so much about love, patience and emotional regulation. As a family we love to visit the conservation area, go to nearby farms and markets and have dance parties in the kitchen. Busy lives and kids definitely limit any downtime, however, I love to read, watch movies and connect with friends.