Sandra Martey, OnlineTherapy Centre
Psychotherapist · Master's (Windsor University, 2008)
Member of Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
Psychotherapy Provider (Registered Social Worker)
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Sandra Martey is a seasoned Masters level Registered Social Worker, accredited by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and an active member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW). With a wealth of expertise spanning over three decades, Sandra’s educational foundation includes a distinguished career path that encompasses a Registered Mental Health Nursing background, culminating in a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Windsor. Additionally, she holds professional certification in Trauma Treatment and Assessment.
Sandra’s professional journey as a Clinical Social Worker has traversed both hospital and community settings, affording her a comprehensive range of experiences and skills across the spectrum of social work. She brings a client-centered approach to her practice, delighting in meaningful engagement with clients to illuminate areas for growth and improvement. Her commitment extends to applying a diverse set of practice concepts to real-world scenarios, honed through her richly varied work experiences. Notably, Sandra’s exceptional interpersonal skills are a cornerstone of her practice, greatly influencing her interactions with individuals hailing from diverse and multifaceted socio-economic backgrounds.
A hallmark of Sandra’s practice is her unwavering dedication to empowering clients to recognize their strengths, cultivate healthy coping strategies, and advocate for positive changes in their lives. Her extensive training in social work, mental health, addictions, and crisis intervention equips her to assist clients in resolving multifarious issues and life challenges. Employing a strength-based framework infused with a range of modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, she is resolute in maximizing the potential of her clients by emphasizing empowerment and the acknowledgment of strengths.
Sandra firmly believes that the fundamental principles of warmth, positive regard, genuineness, empathy, and concern constitute the most effective tools in fostering open dialogue with clients and facilitating their journey toward meaningful change. She recognizes that the client-therapist relationship is the linchpin of effective transformation.
Sandra is a distinguished clinical social worker boasting over three decades of experience in hospital and community settings. With a Master of Arts in social work and affiliation with professional organizations like the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW), she possesses a diverse array of experiences and skills that inform her empathetic and client-centered approach. Sandra is dedicated to helping clients overcome challenges related to life changes, interpersonal issues, and mental health, employing a wide range of social modalities to enhance the well-being of individuals and families alike.
Primary Practice Location
Online Therapy Centre
16639 Yonge St.
Newmarket, Ontario L3X 1V6
Phone: (416) 275-3139
Fax: (905) 346-0108
Extended office hours: evenings, weekends
Website: https://www.onlinetherapycentre.com (opens in new tab)
Years of Experience
30
