My initial interest in the helping profession started early in my life. At first, my goal was to become a family doctor. I enjoyed science classes. However, I was also interested in human behaviour. In 2004, I started taking psychology, mental health, and addiction classes, which led me to obtain two certificates, one in psychology and the second in mental health and addiction at TMU (Ryerson University). My interest in clinical social work started here.

I want to highlight the words of a professor I will forever be grateful to; he taught a class I took to complete my psychology certificate in 2012. In his last email, he stated, “Congratulations, you got a good mark, I wish you success in your further education goals…” At that time, I was giving up on my educational goals due to family issues that I was going through. I reflected on the words of this email and the challenges I was experiencing. I was encouraged by email. I began believing in myself again and refused to let go of my education goals and dreams. That night, I started applying for the social work program at TMU. In less than a month, I received my acceptance letter for the BSW program.

Since 2014, I have been working in community and health centres. After completing my master’s in social work in 2019, I continued my studies and enrolled in various training programs to enhance my clinical knowledge and therapeutic skills. In 2021, I started my virtual private practice to provide mental health and other services for individuals and couples. This work has allowed me to help others overcome their transitory challenges. I learned that when we provide a genuine service through our work, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve.

I am grateful to the people who have been a great support in my education journey.

Clinical Social Worker - RSW. MSW. BSW

Evelyn Jovel-Rollins- Clinical Licensed Social Worker (OCSWSSW)

Experience

I have been working since 2014 in different supportive settings providing need services, counselling, and psychotherapy to clients from different backgrounds. These settings include private counselling practices, health centres, hospitals, community centres, and post-secondary student services. These opportunities have increased my knowledge, compassion, and desire to make this world a better place for those in need and want to achieve their goals, and interested in obtaining a balanced professional and personal life.

Populations I work with: individuals 18 + and couples.

Services: I provided clients with a range of mental health and wellness services to help along their journey to recovery.

Evelyn’s Philosophy Training

My training is based on various theoretical approaches, Including Problem-Solving, the Strengths Perspective, Anti-Oppressive practice, and System Theory.

Education and Training

Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson University)

Bachelor's degree in Social Work
2012-2016

Toronto Metropolitan University

Master's degree in Social work
2017-2019

Toronto Metropolitan University

Certificates:

• Business Communication in progress 2025

• Teaching in Higher Education 2019

• Mental Health and Addictions 2011

• Psychology 2010

Evelyn's Education

Licenses

Experience/Trainings

OCSWSSW license, 2018 - present

Bridge Point Hospital Toronto, ON

Stroke Rehab Unit
2019

Women's Health on Women's Hands Health Centre Toronto, ON -Unit Community Team

Non-profit Health Centre practice for women
2015-April 2016

Jovel Therapy Toronto

Private Mental Health/Psychotherapy Practice

2021-present

I enjoy learning and I continue enhancing my self development to provide better services to my clients.

Udemy Academy Certificates: 2020- 2026

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Couples Counselling & Therapy – based on Gottman’s couples therapy principles

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

• Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

• Family counselling

• Narcissistic Behaviour & Relationships

• Psychotherapy

• Solution Focus Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Stress and Anxiety Management

• The WAVE: Transformational Psycho-Spiritual Manifestor – based on manifesting health, wealth & happiness.

Other Therapeutic Trainings

Counseling and Psychotherapy

Have any questions?

Are you ready to access counselling to build a different view or your personal challenges or your couple relationship? We are happy to heard from you and discuss how we can support you to navigate your concerns. Feel free to connect with us.

Client 1.

Therapy has really helped me overcome some past trauma I had been keeping under a lid for a long time. Now, I feel happier and more confident in my life, and feel like I can walk with my head held high.

Client 2

Coming from a competitive sports background, the injury that ended up making me give up my career was a hard blow. With therapy, I was able to start building my identity around other things than just sport.

Happy clients

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