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Gillian Minshall - Intern

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Counselling Intern specializing in anxiety and stress. 

"Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued."

You're looking for support, but cost is a barrier. Whether you're neurodivergent, have an intellectual or developmental disability, or are navigating mental health challenges, you deserve compassionate care, not a barrier because of finances.

Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued in therapy. You shouldn't have to choose between getting the support you need and paying your rent. And if you have diverse needs or a developmental disability, finding someone who truly understands can feel impossible.

Gillian is completing her Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counselling Psychology at the University of Toronto, working toward becoming a Registered Psychotherapist. Through her work as a direct support professional, developmental services worker, and mental health worker, she's gained extensive experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and diverse mental health challenges.

Gillian specializes in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, youth and adults from diverse backgrounds, and those facing mental health challenges. Her approach is person-centered, strengths-based, and inclusive, she believes therapy is a space where people can bring their whole selves, their stresses, hopes, and questions, and be met with care and respect.

If cost has been a barrier or you need someone who understands diverse needs, Gillian's sliding scale intern rate makes professional mental health support accessible. She creates a safe, supportive environment where each person feels seen, heard, and valued.

Ready to access affordable, inclusive therapy? Contact InnerWorks Counselling today to schedule with Gillian. InnerWorks offers services in person in our Lambeth (London, Ontario) office, and online for clients across Ontario.

Counselling Intern specializing in anxiety and stress. 

"Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued."

You're looking for support, but cost is a barrier. Whether you're neurodivergent, have an intellectual or developmental disability, or are navigating mental health challenges, you deserve compassionate care, not a barrier because of finances.

Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued in therapy. You shouldn't have to choose between getting the support you need and paying your rent. And if you have diverse needs or a developmental disability, finding someone who truly understands can feel impossible.

Gillian is completing her Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counselling Psychology at the University of Toronto, working toward becoming a Registered Psychotherapist. Through her work as a direct support professional, developmental services worker, and mental health worker, she's gained extensive experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and diverse mental health challenges.

Gillian specializes in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, youth and adults from diverse backgrounds, and those facing mental health challenges. Her approach is person-centered, strengths-based, and inclusive, she believes therapy is a space where people can bring their whole selves, their stresses, hopes, and questions, and be met with care and respect.

If cost has been a barrier or you need someone who understands diverse needs, Gillian's sliding scale intern rate makes professional mental health support accessible. She creates a safe, supportive environment where each person feels seen, heard, and valued.

Ready to access affordable, inclusive therapy? Contact InnerWorks Counselling today to schedule with Gillian. InnerWorks offers services in person in our Lambeth (London, Ontario) office, and online for clients across Ontario.

Book an appointment with Gillian today!
 

Specializations

  • Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

  • Neurodivergent Support

  • Youth & Adults

  • Diverse Populations & Backgrounds

  • Mental Health Challenges

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Self-Compassion

  • Coping Skills

  • Affordable/Sliding Scale Services

  • Inclusive, Person-Centered Care

Insurance & Billing

Gillian is registered for direct billing with:

  • GreenShield

  • Medavie Blue Cross

  • Canada Life

  • Manulife

  • And many other insurance providers

Sliding Scale Rate: As a supervised intern, Gillian offers reduced-rate therapy ($140/session in 2026) for clients with limited or no insurance coverage. This makes quality mental health support accessible to more people.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! Gillian has extensive hands-on experience as a direct support professional and developmental services worker. She understands the unique challenges individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities face and creates an inclusive, accessible therapeutic environment. Her approach honors each person's communication style, processing speed, and unique needs.

  • Inclusive therapy means creating a space where people from all backgrounds—different races, cultures, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, socioeconomic statuses—feel welcome and understood. Gillian believes everyone deserves to bring their whole self to therapy without having to hide or modify parts of their identity. She adapts her approach to honor each person's unique experience.

  • Both interns offer excellent, affordable care! Gillian has specialized experience with intellectual and developmental disabilities and diverse populations, making her an ideal fit for neurodivergent individuals or those with developmental differences. Rebecca has a Child and Youth Care and Early Childhood Education background. Both offer the same sliding scale rate and use evidence-based approaches.

  • Absolutely! While much support for developmental disabilities focuses on children, Gillian works with both youth and adults. Adults with developmental disabilities deserve ongoing mental health support as they navigate life transitions, relationships, employment, independence, and emotional wellbeing.

  • Contact our Client Care Coordinator to discuss your situation. We want to make therapy accessible and can sometimes work with clients to find solutions. Don't let cost prevent you from reaching out, we'll work together to find a way forward or an appropriate referral