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Registered Social Work Practice — Mississauga

Supporting Families
Through Life's
Hardest Moments

Counselling and Specialized Services for Separation and Divorce — Individual Therapy, Custody and Access Assessments, and Voice of the Child reports.

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Sandra, Registered Social Worker
Clinical panel member — Office of the Children's Lawyer (OCL), Ontario
Member — Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers
Member — Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Sandra Izekor, MSW, RSW.

Founder and Director of Family Flourish Therapy

Sandra holds a Master of Social Work and a Master of Mental Health with a specialization in Psychotherapy from the University of Queensland, Australia. She is a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families through some of life's most difficult transitions including high-conflict separation, parenting disputes, and complex family circumstances.

Sandra’s private practice provides specialized services to families impacted by separation and divorce, complex relational challenges, and high-conflict parenting situations, bringing a thoughtful and balanced approach that keeps the emotional wellbeing and best interests of children at the centre.

Before relocating to Canada, Sandra served as a Court Child Expert with the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia conducting family assessments, contributing to mediation processes, and advocating for the voice of the child within court proceedings. It's work she took seriously then, and it shapes everything she does now. In Ontario, Sandra provides Section 30 (CLRA) Custody and Access Assessments and Voice of the Child Reports for families navigating parenting disputes, bringing the rigour of court-based practice to a private, accessible setting. She also has experience as an expert witness in matters related to parenting, family functioning, and the best interests of children.

Alongside her forensic assessment work, Sandra offers individual therapy for adults, using an integrative approach including Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to support clients in processing difficult experiences and developing healthier relational patterns.

Sandra believes that children deserve to be heard, and that families even in conflict deserve to be understood.

"Structured, child-centred interventions that support families in making decisions that prioritize the well-being of children."

Therapeutic Approach

ART · Integrative · Trauma-Informed

Specializations

Anxiety · Trauma · Relationships · Expert Reports

Years of Experience

10+ Years

Curriculum Vitae

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Areas of Practice

Every family's situation is unique. Sandra offers a range of evidence-informed services designed to meet you where you are, from personal healing to navigating the complexities of parenting plans and parenting assessments in separation and divorce.

Individual Therapy

Individual
Therapy

A supportive, respectful space for individuals to explore anxiety, past experiences, grief, stress, and relationship difficulties using an integrative approach including ART.

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Custody Assessment

Custody & Access
Assessment

Section 30 CLRA assessments provides an independent, detailed understanding of a family's circumstances to support the best interest of the child.

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Voice of the Child Reports

Voice of the
Child Reports

Child focused reports that captures the child's views and experiences in a developmentally appropriate and neutral manner.

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Individual therapy session

Individual
Therapy

Sandra offers a supportive, respectful space where individuals can take time to reflect on their experiences, better understand themselves, and work through life's challenges.

Individual counselling provides an opportunity to explore concerns such as anxiety, past experiences, grief, stress, and relationship difficulties, while developing greater self-awareness, confidence, and emotional balance.

Through this process, clients are supported in making meaningful changes and moving toward a greater sense of well-being in their daily lives.

Approach Includes

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) · Cognitive Behavior Therapy · Acceptance Commitment Therapy · Emotion Focused Therapy · Trauma Informed Therapy

Custody & Access Assessment
(Section 30 CLRA)

A Section 30 of the Children's Law Reform Act (CLRA) is a professional assessment conducted by a trained social worker or psychologist to provide an independent, detailed understanding of a family's situation. The purpose is to help the court and the family make informed decisions about custody and parenting arrangements, considering the needs of the child and their best interest.

When Is an Assessment Needed?

Parents disagree about custody or access arrangements
Concerns about family violence, mental health, or substance use impacting parenting capacity
The child is resistant to contact with a parent
One or both parents have concerns about the child's emotional well-being
Issues about existing custody or access arrangements
Changes in family structure such as remarriage or relocation

The Assessment Process

01
Initial Agreement & Contract
Scope, cost, and issues outlined; retainer held in trust.
02
Parent Interviews
Structured individual interviews with each parent.
03
Information Gathering
Comprehensive collection of relevant background.
04
Collateral Interviews
Third-party interviews to broaden understanding.
05
Parent-Child Observation
Direct observation of parent-child interactions.
06
Child Interviews
Age-appropriate interviews centred on the child's experience.
07
Review of Records
Review of relevant documents and reports.
08
Final Parent Interview
Parents respond to preliminary findings.
09
The Final Report
Detailed report, recommendations & disclosure meeting.

Voice of the
Child Reports

During separation, children often have thoughts and feelings that deserve to be heard without pressure or influence. A Voice of the Child Report gently brings forward their voice to help guide child-focused decision-making.

Unlike a full custody assessment, a VOC report is typically quicker, less intrusive, and more cost-effective. It does not require a court order, collateral interviews, or direct observations.

Before Separation
Helps develop a child-focused parenting plan before formally separating.
After Separation
Used to review or adjust existing arrangements as the child's needs evolve.
During Mediation
Supports lawyer-mediators by clarifying the child's views during negotiations.
Resistant Contact
Provides insight before considering interventions like reunification counselling.
Child with parent

Fees & Payment

Individual Therapy

$170
Per hour session

One-on-one therapy sessions using an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to your individual needs and goals.

Custody & Access Assessment

$250
Per hour + HST

Section 30 CLRA parenting assessments. A retainer is required in advance, held in trust against anticipated costs as outlined in the service agreement.

Insurance & Payment: You may be eligible for reimbursement through your extended health care benefits plan. Please check under "counselling services" for coverage provided by a Registered Social Worker or Registered Mental Health Professional. A receipt will be provided for insurance submission. Payments accepted via electronic money transfer, personal cheque, or credit card. My practice does not bill third-party insurance directly.

Get in Touch

Inquiries &
Appointments

For all inquiries, please reach out via email or phone. I will respond with the relevant information and any required forms as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience.

Phone

437-869-3422

Appointments

By scheduled booking only

Mississauga, ON
Suite 200, 4257 Sherwoodtowne Bld