Problem: Please help me write a professional bio:
"We are all experts in our own lives, and sometimes we need support in reconnecting with that inner knowledge."
Kwey, Hello, Bonjour, Tansi, aanii,
My name is (leave blank) (Niya Iskwew Michif), and I am Red River Métis and Irish. I am a Registered Indigenous Social Worker with an Honours Bachelor's in Indigenous Social Work from Laurentian University and a Master of Social Work in the Indigenous Field of Study from Wilfrid Laurier University.
I have experience supporting Indigenous youth and families in navigating systems such as child welfare and therapy, and I welcome individuals of all backgrounds into my practice.
Reaching out for support can feel both courageous and overwhelming. Many people come to therapy not because something is "wrong," but because they are carrying a lot-stress, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges-and need a space to slow down and make sense of what they're holding. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are.
In our work together, I walk alongside you as you navigate anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. My approach is gentle and relational, paced in a way that feels manageable. This may look like slowing things down, noticing what's happening in your body, and gently exploring experiences that may have been difficult to face alone.
My practice is holistic and relationship-focused, with attention to the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of well-being. I braid Indigenous ways of knowing and being with evidence-based approaches, offering care that honours both tradition and lived experience.
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Who I Work With:
Indigenous youth, individuals, and families seeking culturally grounded support
Individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and trauma
Clients working through relationship challenges, boundaries, and life transitions
People impacted by systems such as child welfare or intergenerational experiences
Individuals seeking holistic, culturally respectful, and relational care
Therapeutic Approach:
My work is grounded in relational, holistic, and trauma-informed care. I integrate:
Indigenous ways of knowing and being
Strengths-based and client-centered approaches
Trauma-informed and relational practices
Mindfulness and body-based awareness
A systemic lens that considers the impact of culture, community, and lived experience
In Our Work Together:
You can expect a calm, supportive presence and a space where you don't have to carry everything on your own. We will move at a pace that feels right for you, creating room to explore your experiences, reconnect with yourself, and find ways forward that feel meaningful and sustainable.