Raquel Watkis (She/Her)

HBSc., SSW, BSW, MSW, RSW, PhD (c)

Hi! I provide adult, family, couple's therapy.

Welcome!

I am the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of W Experience Counselling and Wellness Services. I have been providing mental health and well-being support to children and adults for over 14 years. Supporting healthy mental health is essential to physical health and overall wellness. I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background or past experiences.

I have experience in diverse settings, including inpatient medicine, crisis, outpatient rehabilitation, neuro injuries, oncology, behavioural and disability programs, psychoeducation, community and academic counselling agencies, domestic violence, diversity equity and inclusion, and trauma research.

I am a Public Health Sciences PhD candidate with a specialization in aging, health, and well-being, a registered social worker and a psychotherapist. I have an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, Anthropology, and Sociology, a Social Service Worker diploma, a Bachelor of Social Work degree and a Master of Social Work degree with a specialization in health.

I utilize skills from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Affirmative therapy, Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Trauma-informed Therapy to support my clients during their counselling experience.