EMDR Certified Therapist
CAST Clinical Services
Lynne Castonguay, M.S.W., R.S.W., C.C.A.C., is a dedicated Registered Social Worker with deep roots in Iroquois Falls and an unwavering commitment to the community of Timmins, Ontario. An alumna of Wilfrid Laurier University, Lynne earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work through the esteemed Indigenous Field of Study Program. As a Certified Addiction Counsellor and a proficient EMDR practitioner, she brings a nuanced understanding of crisis and trauma interventions to her practice, offering a sensitive approach to those grappling with the enduring effects of colonization and the legacy of residential schools.
With a career steeped in aiding adults and families to confront and overcome addiction and mental health challenges, Lynne stands as a beacon of hope and guidance. Her expertise is not limited to the long-term healing journey; she is also a critical first responder in the wake of traumatic events, from assaults and accidents to robberies, providing immediate and compassionate care.
Lynne embodies the role of a helper and facilitator, empowering personal healing journeys from trauma with both professionalism, compassion and empathy.
Outside of her clinical practice, Lynne is a true Northerner at heart. She finds solace and joy in the simple pleasures of life—whether it’s fishing, exploring the wilderness with her loyal dog Grace, or caring for her farm animals at Firefly Acres. Her love for nature and the outdoors is as integral to her being as her passion for supporting others. Lynne’s multifaceted life, rooted in community, healing, and nature, exemplifies her holistic approach to well-being and recovery.
, Timmins, Ontario, Canada, P4R0C8
Phone: (705) 262-5978
Email:
Population Served:
Both Adults and Children & Adolescents
Languages:
How EMDR is Offered:
Online
Areas of Expertise:
Addictions
Anxiety
C-PTSD
Depression
Eating Disorders
Grief & Bereavement
OCD
PTSD
Panic Attacks
Phobias
Physical Abuse
Sexual Abuse
Social Anxiety