Affordable Counselling
Clinical Internship Program
We believe mental health resources and support services should be available to all. Our Clinical Internship Program provides our community with low-cost counselling options. This program includes Psychotherapist and Social Work Students who will continue building skills in working with children and youth through direct client counselling.
Our Clinical Intern Therapists work directly under the supervision of Anna Raworth (MSW, RSW, CPT), Director of Acorn Counselling.
Benefits of Working with our Student Therapists:
Affordability: Access to quality mental health support without the need of insurance benefits.
2 for 1: Our Clinical Intern Therapists work closely in collaboration with their supervisor to provide you with the best support to meet your goals.
Fresh Perspective: Our Clinical Intern Therapists are invested in their education and training and can offer the latest and most effective treatment options.
Our Clinical Interns are accepting new clients.
Lauren Comeau-Russell
BA CYC, MA Candidate, RP (Qualifying)
Lauren helps parents and adults find balance and empowerment.
As a former Acorn Counselling counsellor, Lauren is now rejoining the team as a psychotherapy intern. She has extensive training in supporting parents, and is assisting with the Parent Support Team through parenting support as well as individual therapy.
Sabrina Rodrigues
MA Candidate, RP (Qualifying)
Sabrina is currently completing a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Psychology from McMaster University.
Sabrina enjoys working with children, teens, and adults striving towards finding balance, perspective, and peace. She believes counselling is most effective when it is collaborative. Working together, Sabrina hopes clients feel heard and seen while building confidence, strength, and strategies to help move toward a life they want. Through personal and professional experience, she is aware of the shame and stigma that often accompanies mental health struggles. With that, Sabrina acknowledges how difficult it can be to ask for help when life challenges you the most. She will provide empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental space to promote self-growth and well-being.
Charlene Forde-Smith
BA, MSc, MSW Candidate
Charlene is dedicated to supporting children, teens, and adults through their unique journeys. By integrating empathy and evidence-based strategies into her practice, she strives to help clients foster resilience and growth in a way that is both personalized, collaborative and holistic. Her approach is trauma informed, culturally sensitive, and client-centred, helping individuals work towards a more balanced life.
Charlene holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience and Behavioural Studies with a Mental Health Specialization, and a Master of Science in Psychology from McMaster University. She is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Toronto.
Chelsea Dickson
BA, MACP Candidate, RP (qualifying)
Chelsea supports children, youth, and their families in navigating challenges, building confidence, and fostering healthy relationships. She believes in creating a warm and nonjudgmental environment to allow clients to grow. Her approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each family, ensuring that everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered on their journey towards well-being.
Chelsea is currently completing a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and hold an Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child and Youth Studies from Brock University.
Bobbie Ellins
MSW Candidate
Bobbie supports children, youth and adults that are currently experiencing stressful situations out of their control to find stability, resilience and support. She believes that through skill building and support people can thrive. Bobbie provides compassionate guidance and practical tools to navigate through life’s challenges, foster a sense of hope and direction.
Bobbie is currently a Masters of Social Work student through the University of Windsor. Her work so far has focused on crisis intervention with future coping skills. She spent many years working with Victim Services and has completed a Honours Bachelors Degree in Community and Criminal Justice.
