Welcome. I'm glad that you are here.

“Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It’s a relationship between equals. Only when we know our own darkness can we be present with the darkness of others. Compassion becomes real when we recognize our shared humanity.”

-Pema Chodron

About Brittany

Welcome to my page! I'm so glad you are taking the first steps to taking care of yourself and your mental health. I truly believe that mental health care is for everyone and that we all exist on a spectrum of mental and emotional wellbeing, which ebbs and flows depending on what we are currently experiencing in our lives. I'm here to assure you that seeking therapy is a normal, healthy and courageous thing.

I am a Registered Social Worker who practices counselling and psychotherapy in Hamilton, ON. I have been in the field for over 12 years and practicing counselling and psychotherapy specifically for about 6 years. My road to being a Masters level clinician was a long one that has gifted me with extensive experience with various populations and issues. I very much come from a "social work" perspective to therapy and understand that an individual's experience is shaped by their social environment as well as their personal thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

I have experience working with children, youth, and adults and have worked with individuals from all walks of life. I am currently seeing mostly youth and adults and I do not provide play or art based therapy at this time. I have a special interest in supporting Indigenous people. I have Indigenous ancestry (Haudenosaunee, Cayuga) and have dedicated much of my career to working with Indigenous communities. I am happy to be a NIHB provider for Indigenous clients with status. Please see my benefits and rates page for more information on how your services can be covered.

Thanks for dropping by and I wish you the very best in finding a therapist best suited for you.

Brittany Vincze, B.A., BSW, MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Education and Experience

Education:

Wilfrid Laurier University - Master of Social Work
McMaster University - Bachelor of Social Work; Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Mohawk College - Social Service Worker Diploma

Clinical Training:

Trauma Integration Clinician training (ATTCH Niagara: Lori Gill)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Internal Family Systems for Trauma
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Level 1
Perinatal Mental Health Certificate training (CPMHT)
FLASH Technique for Trauma (TicTi)
EMDR Therapy Training Certificate (ICM)

Relevant Experience:

Perinatal Clinic - Perinatal (pre-natal and post partum) mental health, birth trauma and pregnancy and infant loss
McMaster University - Student Wellness Centre and Indigenous Student Services
Qualia Counselling - Working with all ages with various presenting concerns
De Dwa Da Dehs Nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre - Working with Indigenous children, youth, young adults and their families
McMaster Children's Hospital - Student practicum with paediatric eating disorders
Interval House of Hamilton - Residential counsellor working with women who have experienced intimate partner violence

For more information on my clinical experience, please contact me directly. It is important that clients feel informed and empowered when choosing their therapist.