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Addiction, mental health, trauma, grief, and criminal justice counselling services.
Our Social Work Therapists
Randy Scott MSW., RSW.
Counsellor Randy Scott has worked in a variety of clinical settings including child welfare, probation offices, and in correctional facilities. Randy is a Social Work Therapist who is a registered social worker, a clinical member of the Ontario College of Social Workers, and of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA). He is an Associate Practicum Professor at the Lyle Hallman Faculty of Social Work, Wilfrid Laurier University and supervises graduate level counselling students. Randy has thirty-five years of experience providing counselling to individuals in conflict with the law. In addition to direct clinical work, he has worked as a trainer, clinical supervisor, and administrator. Randy has been a manager in both government departments and in large non-profit social service agencies. Randy is qualified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), hypnosis, sex offender treatment, critical incident stress debriefing, and mediation.
Cathy Walters-Gilhuly MSW., RSW.
Cathy Walters-Gilhuly is a Social Work Therapist who manages Randy Scott Clinical Services. Cathy is a Social Work Therapist who is a registered social worker, a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers, and a clinical member of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA). She supervises Randy Scott Clinical Services staff as well as students from The University of Windsor, Wilfrid Laurier University and has served as Adjunct Community Faculty in the School of Social Work at the University of New England. She provides counselling services to individuals, couples, and groups for Probation clients as well as therapeutic counselling services for private clients.
Cathy previously co-facilitated the Intensive Sexual Offenders – geared toward the prevention of sexual offending, and she has co-facilitated the Domestic Violence group – Towards Healthy Relationships since 2013. Cathy’s work includes individual counselling assessments, intervention, and the use of therapeutic measures to assist clients with identified issues. She works with individuals who need support specifically to address addictions, mental health concerns, violence or abuse issues, the impact of sexual abuse or sexual offences, and trauma. Cathy strives to support each individual she meets to make the changes they want in their lives.
Terri Manuel MSW., RSW.
Terri Manuel is a clinical social worker who prides herself on cultivating strong, meaningful therapeutic relationships with clients. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University and is member of the OCSWSSW and the Association of Social Workers in good standing. She is trained in level 1 and 2 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, holds both Addiction and Concurrent Disorders Certificates and has experience working with individuals who struggle with addiction and mental health issues, anxiety, depression and relationship challenges. She has been a clinical therapist co-facilitating groups and working with individuals at Randy Scott Clinical Services since 2016. Her passion and focus is working with clients using a strengths based model to develop solutions and empower them to make positive and sometimes difficult changes in their lives.
“People only seriously consider change when they feel accepted for exactly who they are and that’s why the therapeutic relationship can be not just valuable, but might be the most powerful part of therapy of all – it offers a chance to finally experience what healthy relating actually is. For the first time, you can drop the mask and the games and feel safe just being who you are, and learn what a trusting, authentic relationship feels like.” – Carl Rogers
Svetlana Mrzic MACP, RP
Svetlana Mrzic is a Mental Health professional with a passion for supporting individuals who are experiencing a variety of life challenges.
Svetlana holds a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University as well as an Honours degree in Religion and Philosophy from McMaster University. She is a current member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and a member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists.
Svetlana’s areas of interest include working with individuals who struggle with substance use, are in conflict with the law, or are experiencing crisis situations. Svetlana has considerable experience working with vulnerable and high-risk populations in a number of therapeutic environments including the community, institutions, and non-profit organizations. Svetlana works from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive/racist, and strengths-based approach which allows her to develop strong therapeutic relationships with her clients.
Nic Hodge B.S.W., M.S.W, R.S.W
Nic has a diverse range of experiences within the social services sector. Coming from a background of working with individuals struggling with mental health and addictions, he brings a compassionate, caring and nonjudgmental approach to his work. He focuses on developing a trusting, safe and helping working relationship with his clients. Through his experiences working with Children’s Aid Societies, he has extensive experience working with individuals and families in crisis looking for validation and support.
Nic holds a Bachelor of Social Worker degree from Renison College, and a Master of Social Work degree from University of Windsor. He has over 20 years experience in the field and has a passion for working with marginalized communities such as the LGBTQ2S+, visible minorities and new Canadians. Having been born in Trinidad, Nic brings a personal and unique perspective to the challenges and barriers that can face individuals that identify within a marginalized community.
Along with offering one on one counselling, Nic has had the opportunity to co-facilitate the Towards Healthy Relationships group which allows him to pursue another passion, addressing the unique challenges that men face in addressing their mental health struggles and the barriers that often impact their ability to seek out help and make positive changes.
Maryam Motia, MA, PhD (C) in Social Work
Maryam Motia is a Ph.D. Candidate in Social Work at Wilfred Laurier University. She obtained her master's in counseling in Iran and provided counseling services, individually and within groups, mainly to women clients dealing predominantly with poverty and migratory-related challenges. Since September 2022, Maryam has attended the Good Life Group for individuals who sexually offended and has worked with individual probation clients in Guelph with Randy Scott Clinical Services.
She has worked with clients on probation supporting mental health and well-being, life skills, quality of life, and personal growth. She is particularly interested in working with clients who have a strong passion for raising their self-awareness and moving toward self-actualization. She is working with individuals who have sexually offended to help them develop an understanding of their offending pathway which in turn is to decrease the possibility of offending in the future. In her practice, she uses client-centered, cognitive behavioral, psychoeducation, and solution-focused modalities through a biopsychosocial and spiritual lens to assist her clients.
Annelise Mota, R.S.W., M.S.W.
Annelise Mota is a Social Work Therapist who has completed her MSW at the University of Windsor and is a Registered Social Worker experienced in youth and adult mental health. She is passionate about working with individuals who have been involved in the justice system and has previous experience working as a probation officer. Annelise works from a trauma-informed, person-centered lens while integrating a strengths-based CBT approach into her work.
Working with individuals at Randy Scott Clinical Services, Annelise will use her strengths which include supporting those impacted by trauma, a commitment to assisting clients in developing healthier more positive life choices, and helping to create a safe, positive, and caring environment for clients. Annelise was co facilitator in the Towards Healthy Relationships group in the fall which gave her the opportunity to practice tools and see positive change when working with individuals who have challenges with Domestic Violence. Her current role outside of Randy Scott Clinical Services involves working with diverse populations in family advocacy, crisis support, brief counseling support, and group facilitation.
Stephanie Edmonds, RN, BScN, CPMHN(c), C-DBT, CCTP II
Stephanie Edmonds is a Registered Nurse practicing psychotherapy and has worked in a variety of clinical settings including intensive care, emergency medicine, and specialized mental health units. She is a member of the College of Nurses of Ontario and a Certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse (CPMHN(c)). She has worked in direct clinical care, community health services, and as a clinical scholar and dedicated mentor within the healthcare community, focusing on the intersection of physical health and psychological well-being.
Stephanie has over sixteen years of experience providing specialized care to individuals navigating complex trauma and mental health challenges. Stephanie is a Certified Complex Trauma Practitioner, Dialectical Behavioural Therapist (DBT), and incorporates these skills along with concepts from Internal Family Systems (IFS) in assisting her clients. She is qualifying in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to enhance the services she offers to her clients.
Individuals In Conflict with the Law
Individuals In Conflict with the Law
Individuals In Conflict with the Law
We have been providing counselling services to Probation Clients, in Waterloo Region, Wellington County, and Grey Bruce County under contract to the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, since 2004. Counselling will emphasize the strengths and internal resources of each client, carefully strengthening protective factors, and enhancing their community supports. Counselling will accentuate community safety, and accomplish this by delivering humane and respectful treatment.
Domestic Violence Programming
Individuals In Conflict with the Law
Individuals In Conflict with the Law
RSCS has developed methods and interventions for individuals who have had domestic challenges. The program, Towards Healthy Relationships, is based on innovative approaches to Domestic Violence. Some components of the program explore: Anger Management, personal awareness, Meditation, Mindfulness, family of origin, and communication. The sequence of counselling typically begins with individual intake, then group programming, followed by individual counselling or couple counselling.
Group Counselling Programs
Individuals In Conflict with the Law
Individual and Couple Therapy
RSCS has offered specialized programs for individuals who have sexually offended since the early 1990’s. Randy Scott, Terri Manuel, and Cathy Walters-Gilhuly are clinical members of The Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers. The intensive treatment group focuses on the prevention of sexual offending by developing programming based on current research and recognized practice in the field.
Individual and Couple Therapy
Individual and Couple Therapy
Everyone has their individualized needs that bring them to counselling. At RSCS we strive to understand your needs and work toward a hopeful future with changes that enhance you and your relationships. Our specialties include: Trauma, sexual issues, anger, domestic violence, parenting, grief, anxiety, depression, pain management, and addiction counselling. Our expertise includes working with individuals with developmental disabilities, capacity assessments, and risk assessments.
Sexual Offender Assessments at RSCS
Randy Scott, Cathy Walters-Gilhuly, and Terri Manuel are clinical members of the Association of Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA). RSCS clinicians complete risk assessments on persons who have sexually offended or have been accused of a sexual offense.
To complete assessments RSCS clinicians are trained in a variety of assessment tools. Proven actuarial tools are used to help assess the risk that a person may pose in society, in the family, and to children. These tools include actuarial tools, and viewing time tools which aid in completing accurate assessments and comprehensive reports.
Workplace Supports
Work Place Debriefing
Is your workplace experiencing interpersonal conflict or tension that is interfering with a harmonious work environment? RSCS is experienced in conducting interventions using narrative mediation that can help to restore an enjoyable and positive working atmosphere in your work setting.
Critical Incident Stress Debriefing When a crisis takes place in the workplace, we can offer help, support, and appropriate intervention. We understand the detrimental impact of a critical incident or a sudden loss of life in a work setting. Randy Scott has been a Critical Incident Stress Debriefer for over 20 years.