Jill Hosey | Therapist | Shanti Psychotherapy

Meet Jill Hosey

Registered Social Worker

MSW, RSW, LICSW

She / Her

Jill is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with extensive experience in trauma therapy across the lifespan. Integrating a variety of trauma, attachment, and dissociation-focused theories and modalities, Jill brings deep expertise to her practice. She is an EMDRIA Approved Consultant and EMDR Trainer, a Trainer with the AGATE Institute, and Faculty with the ISSTD’s Professional Training and EMDR Therapy Training Programs. A Fellow of the ISSTD, Jill also serves as Clinical Advisory Board Alumni with Unyte. Her scholarly contributions include co-editing the forthcoming Handbook for Complex Trauma and Dissociation in Children: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications (Routledge, 2025) and authoring the Clinical Guidelines and Considerations for Integrating the Safe and Sound Protocol into EMDR Therapy.

Jill is a valued and dedicated member of the Shanti Psychotherapy team, supporting us with clinical supervision to ensure the highest quality of care for our clients. By empowering and guiding our clinicians, Jill helps us deliver the best possible support for those we serve.

Men’s mental health is often shaped by silence. Many men are taught to “push through,” stay strong, or handle things on their own, even when something feels heavy inside.Struggling doesn’t mean you’re weak. Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, irritable, or exhausted doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re human.
Mental health support isn’t about fixing you, it’s about having space to speak honestly, at your own pace, without judgment.Therapy support is available for men who want a supportive space to talk. Reach out to connect with Michael Chu, our men’s mental health expert for a free 20 minute consultation using the link in our bio or on our website - it’s okay to talk about it.#mentalhealth #mensmentalhealthawareness #mensmentalhealth #maletherapist

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Therapy can be a place to slow down and make sense of what’s beneath the surface.

Michael Chu, Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying), works with adults (18+), with a focus on men’s mental health. His work supports clients navigating anxiety, self-confidence, relationships, cultural identity, and life transitions.Michael brings a thoughtful, psychodynamic approach—helping clients explore patterns, emotions, and deeper self-understanding at their own pace. 💬🌱book a free 20-minute consultation using the link in our bio or on our website to learn more and see if working with michael feels like a good fit.#shantipsychotherapy #mensmentalhealth #psychodynamictherapy #adulttherapy #torontotherapy #mentalhealthsupport #therapyjourney

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Grounding techniques are tools that help regulate your nervous system by engaging your senses. When anxiety takes over, your body may go into “fight, flight, or freeze.”Bringing awareness to your surroundings helps signal to your brain that you are safe in this moment.Try this 5-4-3-2-1 method:
5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can tasteSlow your breath between each one and allow your body to settle. ✨✨✨#grounding #anxietyrelief #mindfulness #mentalhealth #selfcare #mentalwellness #stressrelief #calm #therapytools #mindfulmoment #presentmoment #mentalhealthawareness #selfregulation

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University life is full of new experiences, exciting challenges, and sometimes significant overwhelm. Between deadlines, transitions, and expectations, it’s easy for mental health to take a backseat. 💭💫Our latest blog shares practical ways students can access mental health care, from campus counselling and peer programs to private therapy and insurance coverage tips.Whether you’re adjusting to a new environment or managing ongoing stress, support is available, and you don’t have to do it alone. 💙Read it on our website: https://www.shantipsychotherapy.ca/blog/

#studentwellness #mentalhealthmatters #campussupport #therapyresources #youarenotalone #studentlife #mentalhealthawareness

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