Kelly Powers- Intern Program Coordinator & RSW- Counselling

Hi, I’m Kelly (she/her)! 

Welcome - I’m so glad you’re here.   I’m a Registered Social Worker and have been privileged to work in this field for the past 15 years.  I’ve worked with children, adults and families in various settings - including child welfare, health care (both community and hospital) and adult mental health.  What I’ve learned is that life certainly has a way of throwing us curve balls when we least expect it - myself included!  I believe that everyone deserves to be heard and seen, even if that’s not been their past lived experience.  I bring a gentle, humanistic perspective to my work and my goal is to help you identify what’s creating barriers in your world, and work together on finding ways to navigate  those challenges. I am especially passionate about working with folks on their parenting journeys (because let's be real - parenting is HARD!), specifically those who are (or are considering) foster or adoptive parenting. 

 I am certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (with a focus on Trauma), a Certified Clinical Trauma Practitioner (CCTP), along with having completed additional coursework related to both Adult Attachment and DBT skills. I draw from numerous evidence-based approaches in my work including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy, to name a few.

In addition to offering individual psychotherapy services for adults, I will also be fulfilling the role of Intern Program Coordinator at Hope Blooms Psychotherapy.  

I have had the pleasure of supervising multiple interns from varying backgrounds and disciplines throughout my career and I believe wholeheartedly in curating collaborative and experiential learning environments that promote personal autonomy and professional growth.  I have completed courses in Clinical Supervision & Leadership and have worked in a Clinical Supervisor capacity formally for the past 2.5 years.

Last but not least, I am offering Clinical Supervision and consultation services.  Whether it’s working with supervisees or clients, I strive to bring my most authentic, approachable self and foster a space that’s free from judgement – hand in hand with a steadfast commitment to ethics. I vividly recall the early days in my career – feeling like a deer in the headlights, battling imposter syndrome and the like.  It was seasoned mentors who helped guide me through, and now I am pleased to pay it forward and support the growth of my fellow clinicians.  If we work together, you can expect a safe and supportive space; where curiosity and self-reflection is not only promoted, but encouraged.

When I’m not working – you can find me enjoying time with family, binge watching Netflix, laughing at sarcastic memes online, trying out a new recipe or diving into a new book.

If you are curious about working together, please feel free to reach out – I’d love to connect with you.

kelly@hopebloomspsychotherapy.com

Kelly Pardy, MSW, RSW,

Social Worker & Intern Program Coordinator