JOANNE BROTHWELL MSW, RSW, APE
Therapist, Clinical Supervisor & Consultant
Therapist, Clinical Supervisor & Consultant
Hello, I'm Joanne Brothwell and welcome to my site. I have over twenty-eight years of experience providing counselling to adults, youth and families. I currently work in private practice at the Family Counselling Centre in Saskatoon. I provide clinical supervision and consultation to counsellors and allied health professionals in a mental health setting.
My priority is to provide a safe, caring and confidential environment to help people who are going through a difficult time. |
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About
I received my Master in Social Work (MSW) from University of Calgary in 1996 and am a registered member of the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW). I am an approved Clinical Supervisor with the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB). For the past six years I've Instructed Family Therapy within the program of Post-Graduate Medical Education, Department of Psychiatry, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan.
In 2019, I attained Authorized Practice Endorsement (APE) through the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) which grants qualified social workers working in a clinical setting to provide diagnosis within the scope of their knowledge and training. Learn more about APE here.
Joanne's Therapeutic Approach
I utilize evidence-based modalities to treat specific issues, including (but not limited to):
Professional Education
Master of Social Work, (Clinical Practice in Family Therapy Specialization), University of Calgary
Bachelor of Social Work, University of Regina
Bachelor of Arts, University of Saskatchewan
Professional Certification
Applied Practice Endorsement – Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers.
Professional Memberships
Professional Training
In 2019, I attained Authorized Practice Endorsement (APE) through the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) which grants qualified social workers working in a clinical setting to provide diagnosis within the scope of their knowledge and training. Learn more about APE here.
Joanne's Therapeutic Approach
I utilize evidence-based modalities to treat specific issues, including (but not limited to):
- Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Exposure & Response Prevention
- Family Based Treatment for Eating Disorders
- Functional Family Therapy.
Professional Education
Master of Social Work, (Clinical Practice in Family Therapy Specialization), University of Calgary
Bachelor of Social Work, University of Regina
Bachelor of Arts, University of Saskatchewan
Professional Certification
Applied Practice Endorsement – Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers.
Professional Memberships
- Registered member of the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers.
- Approved Supervisor through the Association of Social Work Boards,
Professional Training
- Mastering DSM-5-TR™ Differential Diagnosis, Mental Health Documentation & Medical Necessity - PESI
- CPT for PTSD Training - Cognitive Processing Therapy For Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Training - Professional Education Systems Institute
- Family Based Treatment of Anorexia Nervosa - TraintoTreat4Ed.com
- Teen Mental Health Literacy – Train the Trainer Program, Teen Mental Health.org, Dr. Stan Kucher
- Better Outcomes Now: Evidence-Based Practice--Partners for Change Outcome Management System (PCOMS)
- Mastering DSM-5: Diagnosing Disorders in Children, Adolescents and Adults, CE4less.com (Approved Continuing Education Program)
- Essentials of Child and Adolescent Psychopathology, CE4less.com (Approved Continuing Education Program)
- Narrative Therapy Workshop, Dr. Steven Madigan--The Vancouver School of Narrative Therapy
- How to Rewire the Traumatized Brain, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk--National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine
- Mindfulness-Integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy (MiCBT) Training for Crisis Intervention and Relapse Prevention, Dr. Bruno Cayoun--Mindfullness-integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy Institute
- Treating Eating Issues from a Systemic Perspective, Willian Corregan, MTS—American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy
- Supervision: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals, CE4less.com (Approved Continuing Education Program)
- Clinical Supervision, Legal, Ethical and Risk Management Issues, CE4less.com (Approved Continuing Education Program)
- ASIST—Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training--Living Works Education
- Eating Disorders, Finding Your Way Through Treatment Difficulty, Patty Wegman
- Clinical Foundations in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Dr. John Gottman--Gottman Institute
- Introduction to Eating Disorders--International Association of Eating Disorders Institute
- Rapid Recovery Techniques for Depression and Self-Esteem, Dr. David Burns, MD
- Solution-Focused Strategies, Nancy McConkey--Jack Hirose Inc.
- DSM-IV in Action: Application, Assessment and Treatment Strategy, Sophia F. Dziegielewski, PhD—Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Rachel Yahuda, PhD, Psychiatry Academic Day
- DBT: Skills Training for Clinicians, Larry Katz, MD--Behavioral Tech, LLC
- Self-Injury in Youth--Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute
- Children & Adolescents: Brain Development, Behavior, Learning and Emotional Challenges--Jack Hirose and Associates
- The Explosive Child, Ross Green, PhD—Jack Hirose and Associates
- Collaborative Victory vs. Defeat, Scott Millar, PhD--Heart and Soul of Change
- F.R.I.E.N.D.S program (Youth Anxiety Treatment)--Friends Resilience
- Interventions for Traumatized Children and Adolescents--The National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children
- Family Strategies, Practical Tools for Professionals Treating Families Impacted by Addictions, Claudia Black, PhD
- Addictions Diagnostic Assessment Workshop, Dr. Norm Hoffman PhD
- Thought Patterns for High Performance 3.0—The Pacific Institute
I acknowledge Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. It is important to recognize and honor the history, culture, and contributions of the Indigenous peoples who have lived on this land for thousands of years. By understanding and supporting Truth and Reconciliation efforts, we can work towards a more inclusive and equitable future for all. Learn more about Truth & Reconciliation.