Jaclyn Strimas, MSW, RSW, RP, Acc.FM

Jackie PictureJaclyn is a Registered Social Worker, a Registered Psychotherapist and an Accredited Family Mediator in Ontario. She obtained her Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto, and her Bachelor of Social Work from McGill University. Jaclyn practices from a Brief Solution Focused Therapy perspective and keeps clients’ goals at the forefront of her work. She draws upon her training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to tailor her interventions to the needs of her clients.

Through her 12 years of experience at Toronto hospitals, including the Hospital for Sick Children and The University Health Network, Jaclyn has helped children, teens and adults work through challenging life events and achieve realistic goals. Jaclyn’s experience, education and pragmatic approach can help you effect positive change in your life. Her goal is to help you activate your strengths, attributes and resilience in order to improve your outlook and your quality of life.

Jaclyn has trained extensively in the area of Family Mediation. As such she has a unique understanding of the impact that Separation and Divorce can have on all members of a family system. Jaclyn’s practice focuses on the following areas:

  • Counselling for Children, Teenagers and Adults impacted by Separation and Divorce
  • Counselling for Coparents

Jaclyn also has a special interest and talent for working with teenagers and young adults, who are experiencing Anxiety and Depression. As such, she offers:

  • Individual Therapy for teenagers and young adults coping with Anxiety or Depression

Jaya Integrative Health Care is conveniently located near Bloor and Bathurst, a short walk from The University of Toronto St. George Campus. Jaclyn’s Counselling and Psychotherapy services are covered by the University of Toronto’s Studentcare Insurance Plan and many Extended Health Plans covering services offered by an M.S.W., R.S.W.  (please verify your coverage with your Insurance plan)

Jaclyn offers 20-minute initial consultations at no cost, either by phone or in person.

Her office hours are Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

You can contact Jaclyn at:

(e) [email protected]

(p) 647-797-3427