Grace Ohrling
Grace holds a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University. She also has a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology with a Minor in Family & Child Studies from the University of Guelph. Grace integrates creative arts, play, and evidence-based talk therapy modalities to tailor her approach to the unique needs and goals of children, youth and teens that she works with. Grace has specific training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; Play-based approaches; Attachment; and Expressive Arts based interventions.
Grace is passionate about using her compassion and creativity to support the mental health and well-being of young people experiencing life transitions, school based stressors, social/general anxiety, ADHD, Autism, peer conflict or social/ relationship concerns. Her goal is to help your family explore the root causes of stressors or patterns that are preventing you from feeling your best. She helps to identify and build on strengths to practice mindfulness, emotional-regulation skills, and self-compassion while working towards various goals. Grace believes in the importance of examining systemic factors that are affecting a child’s ability to cope at school, sports, and home, and loves to team up with parents to help lift their child up.
Her personal and professional experiences with neurodivergent and 2SLGBTQIA+ identities help her to lead with authenticity, understanding, and compassion. Grace connects exceptionally well with big-feelers, individuals with sensory, social, or learning differences, and those who are exploring who they are and seeking an outlet for self-expression. She also grew up as a competitive athlete and understands the balancing act of a busy family schedule.
Outside of Bloom, Grace can be found enjoying live music with her friends and family, trying out a new coffee shop and hiking trail, or working hard on a new sewing or crochet project. Just like her many houseplants, Grace believes we all can grow and flourish with the right support and care. She can't wait to meet you and to grow alongside your family.