After living in various parts of Africa, Western Europe, Western and Eastern Canada, Mariama and her family now call Ottawa home. Mariama is a thought leader, experienced administrator, community advocate, and counsellor, bringing over twenty years of experience to the social services sector. She is an ardent supporter of families within her community, subscribing deeply to the adage: it takes a village to raise a child. Mariama holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work degree with distinction from Dalhousie University School of Social Work. She is a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. Mariama greatly enjoys continuing her learning through a variety of formal and informal opportunities.

Mariama is an advocate dedicated to ensuring that people from all walks of life feel welcome and she is passionate about creating safe spaces for the families she supports and within her community. Mariama uses her facilitation and counselling skills to empower families and team members. She is able to pivot quickly through rapidly changing circumstances to ensure effective service is provided to clients. Mariama’s approach is client-centered, evidence informed and impact driven.

She is a huge proponent of mental health support and self-care, has great respect for empowerment, narrative, strength-based and client-centered approaches to practice. She honours her clients by ensuring they are supported, feel confident and free to make decisions and take steps forward in their life plans and parenting journeys.

Mariama joined the PRC Team in 2018.

After living in various parts of Africa, Western Europe, Western and Eastern Canada, Mariama and ... Read More

Eden graduated from the Bachelor of Social Work program at Carleton University. She is enthusiastic and grateful for the opportunity to support families and connect them with resources in the community. She is from Ottawa and is very familiar with the services and agencies in the city. She is very interested in working alongside parents as they navigate child development, family dynamics, and parenting styles. Eden is motivated to create empowering, strength-based and supportive environments for families, as she continues to learn through her social work practice.

Eden graduated from the Bachelor of Social Work program at Carleton University. She is enthusiast... Read More

I grew up in Barrie Ontario and I have lived in the Orleans area of Ottawa for over 20 years. I am honoured to say that I am the mother of three amazing children, and a dog, Violet, who holds precious real estate in my heart.

With a diverse professional background, I have experience in sales and management which has prepared me for the path that brought me here, to the world of Human Service, Social Emotional Learning and Attachment Theory.

I hold a BA in Human Service and a Diploma in Child and Youth Care along with certifications in, but not limited to, IAT (Integrated Attachment Theory), NHA (Nurtured Heart Approach), CPS Tier 2 (Collaborative Problem Solving), CBT Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Trauma Informed Practice. My careers in education and clinical settings have inspired me to develop expertise in Attachment Theory with a focus on self awareness and self appreciation. I am a facilitator and educator in the field of mental wellness with a passion for standing alongside families and individuals as we navigate life’s hurdles and speed bumps.

I grew up in Barrie Ontario and I have lived in the Orleans area of Ottawa for over 20 years. I a... Read More