About Gordon

Gordon Gates

Clinical Social Worker and Therapist MA MSW RSW RP

If you want to speak to someone who won’t judge, really listens, and can help you find your best self, I would love to hear from you. Anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, anger, or distress, the first priority is finding a therapist you feel safe with. We begin by exploring the issues and understanding the challenges, but the real work is learning to be gentle with ourselves as we acknowledge the need for a shift and begin to implement new practices. If you have had a traumatic experience, try to seek support within 3 months. It is never too late. EMDR can help immensely with recent incidents and chronic shame traumas.

 

I have been a hospital mental health counsellor for more than ten years and have been in the field almost twenty. I work with all kinds of mental health issues and am very comfortable with neurodiversity. I have a strengths-based and trauma-informed practice.

 

It takes courage to reach out for support and inviting change is very powerful. When we realize the way we have been doing things no longer works it can be particularly hard to carry on. Let me help you find a new balance and new strategies for moving forward. No matter what challenges you need help with, please feel free to contact me.

Yara and Ayo

Meet Yara and Ayo

ambassadors of cuddles

Meet Yara and Ayo, the dynamic duo of our welcome committee! With tails wagging and hearts brimming with joy, these two adorable pups are always ready to shower our guests with love and affection.

 

Yara, with her soft fur and soulful eyes, and Ayo, with her boundless energy and playful antics, make the perfect pair to brighten anyone’s day.

 

Whether it’s a gentle nuzzle or an enthusiastic bark of hello, their warm greetings never fail to bring smiles to the faces of everyone who walks through our doors.

 

With Yara and Ayo around, visiting RWG isn’t just about receiving care – it’s about being welcomed into a family, complete with furry friends who are always eager to make new friends of their own.

Our Team has over 40 years of experience supporting people dealing with

Depression,  Anxiety, ADHD, Complex PTSD, Relationship Issues, School Stress, Self-Esteem, Workplace Issues, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Life Transitions, Anger Management, Marital Issues, Interpersonal Conflicts, Personality Disorders, Childhood Trauma, Physical or Sexual Abuse, Sexual Trafficking