Clinical Services/Key Solutions

Julia von Rhedey is a registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers and practicing psychotherapist and counsellor in St. John’s, NL. Julia brings over 14 years’ professional experience supporting individuals, families, and couples through mental health complexities and various life stages.

Julia received her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Wilfrid Laurier University. She completed a two-year advanced psychotherapy mentorship and MSW internship.

Julia provides assessment and treatment to youth (aged 8+), adults (under 65), and families. Areas of clinical focus include mood and anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD and learning disorders), childhood trauma related to developmental, sexual and physical abuse and neglect, and child/adolescent development. Julia’s clinical practice is strongly informed by research and practice in the areas of developmental trauma (Van der Kolk; Burnell), neuroscience (Perry; Porges; & Siegel) somatic experience (Levine; Levin& Kline), sensorimotor psychotherapy (Ogden, Minton & Pain), sensory nitration (Ayers) and family-focused attachment-based approaches to psychotherapy (Hughes; Booth & Jernberg). Julia’s primary modalities of intervention include psychodynamic psychotherapy, dyadic developmental psychotherapy, neuro-physiological psychotherapy, attachment-based play, and cognitive psychotherapy.

Julia is passionate and dedicated to her work with children and adolescents who have experienced significant trauma within the context of their early life; specifically, those who have been or who are activity in the public care systems.

Anthony Murphy is a Clinical Therapist with Key Assets. He is a registered Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, and he holds a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Anthony has over ten years of experience working in childhood development and behaviour modification, over ten years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum, and over three years of experience working as a clinical counsellor and psychotherapist. He employs the therapeutic methods of Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and Therapy through Play, with some Emotion Focused work in a trauma-informed approach.

Desiree is a Certified Canadian Counsellor registered with the Counselling and Psychotherapy Association of Canada and the Academy of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Canada. She has continuing education and training specific to mental health, the pediatric population, and parents/caregivers. Desiree mostly works with youth ages 10-25, but she will see adults who are seeking counselling support for issues related to their children (e.g., improving communication and relationships, behaviour concerns, or understanding a diagnosis and navigating the system). Additionally, Desiree has experience supporting neurodiverse persons, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and New Comers to Canada.

Randy takes a holistic approach to his work and strives to find a balance between mental, emotional, spiritual and physical well-being. People have common challenges related to anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, parenting issues, addiction, and interpersonal relationships. Randy places a great deal of emphasis on building strong, trusting, and respectful therapeutic relationships. He uses a foundation of cognitive behavioural strategies and mindfulness to help people examine and make sense of what is happening around them. Randy practices from a nonjudgmental, trauma-informed approach and has training in various therapeutic interventions.

Karen is an experienced Osteopath with a wide range of clinical skills. She uses an artful combination of direct and gentle techniques in her hands-on approach. While she treats all types of people in her practice, Karen has a special focus in Pediatric Health, Chronic Pain, headaches/migraines and injury rehab. She sees the patient as a whole person —  body, mind and spirit.  She aims to help her patients understand a specific diagnosis and its effect on the person as a whole, through the relationships of biomechanics, body systems and more.

With almost a decade of clinical administrative/intake coordination, Joanne brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the clinical services/key solutions team. As the first point of contact for clinical services/key solutions, Joanne approaches her work from trauma-informed lens and understands the importance of confidentiality, empathy, and respect when a person is reaching out for help or support. She is highly skilled in connecting and matching individuals to a clinician best suited to the client’s needs and truly enjoys building relationships with clients and referral sources alike.