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Max is a transgender Registered Social Worker, and settler in Toronto, Ontario, specializing in supporting 2SLGBTQ+ youth and families.

In addition to holding space for the specific processes related to identity, Max supports clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns, navigating relationships and social situations, "coming out," and coping with life challenges. His approach is flexible and can involve individual, family, youth, and caregiver sessions to best suit the needs of each client. He is actively working to maintain an anti-oppressive practice that is sensitive to the diverse needs and experiences of each individual. He meets clients wherever they are at in their journeys, and supports the direction they would like to move towards.

Some of the modalities Max draws from in his work include Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative, Solution Focused Brief, Strengths-Focused, Music Therapy, and group work. Max has experience working with clients of diverse experiences, including those with diagnoses of depression, anxiety, OCD, etc. as well as clients who have ADHD, sensory processing sensitivities, are on the autism spectrum or are neurodiverse.

Max has a Bachelor of Music Therapy from Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, and experience using this creative modality to connect with clients of diverse experiences and abilities.

He pursued a Masters in Social Work from the University of Toronto with a specialization in working with children and families and continues to seize any opportunity for learning and development.

Max also has experience working/volunteering in a number of different settings and roles, including at The Get REAL Movement, The 519, Camp Winston, and as a member of the board of directors for Camp Ten Oaks.

Max is a hockey player and fan, a musician, and a lover of dinosaurs. In his spare time, he can often be found checking out the newest donut shop with his best friend, Bowser.

I specialize in working with queer, transgender, and GNC individuals as well as the parents and partners of 2SILGBTQ individuals. I will work collaboratively with you to navigate life’s challenges, uncover your strengths, build resilience, and broaden your understanding of self and others. When it comes to mental wellness people often suffer in silence. I know from experience breaking the silence and finding the right person to talk to can be freeing. As a person with lived experience of being trans/ queer, depression, anxiety, body shame, and self-doubt I understand the importance of community, chosen family, and support.

If you identify as 2SILGBTQ I can support you through: coming out, transitioning, body image, family, work/school, dating, gender identity, gender expression, sexual identity, and just life challenges in general. If you are a parent of a 2SILGBTQ person we can work together to address concerns, self-doubt, support options, advocacy skills, and, much more.

Whether you believe your concern is large or small we can all use someone to talk to. We are more than just our identity, we are a whole person full of complex thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Feel free to contact me for a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if I am a good fit for what you are looking for.