Kwey, Hello, Bonjour, Tansi, Aanii.

I am a Registered Indigenous Social Worker with an Honours Bachelor's degree in Indigenous Social Work from Laurentian University and a Master of Social Work in the Indigenous Field of Study from Wilfrid Laurier University.

I bring experience supporting Indigenous youth, adults and families in navigating systems and the impacts of child welfare and therapy. As a 2-Spirited person, I am committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space where Indigenous, LGBT2S+, and individuals from all backgrounds can feel welcome, seen, heard, and valued.
I work from a (w)holistic lens, grounded in empathy and trust, and guided by the Medicine
Wheel, which emphasizes balance across the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of life. Braiding together Indigenous knowledge of knowing and being with evidence-based methods to meet the diverse needs of those I walk alongside, weaving them together in ways that honour both worlds and lived experiences. 
Believing that healing is not a linear process, I acknowledge that we are all experts in our lives, and sometimes we need support in reconnecting with that inner wisdom to navigate anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and trauma to explore experiences that may have felt challenging to face alone.

​Together, we can explore your path towards healing, understanding that your journey is sacred and deserving of the utmost care and respect. I look forward to walking alongside you on this transformative journey.
"Self-forgiveness can heal you." 
​
​- Andrew Zaffina

Top Specialties


Trauma & PTSD
​​Anxiety
Depression

Works With

Adults
Couples
Youth
Families

Availability

Weekdays​​​​​

Learn more about Veronica Miller, MISW, RSW

Clinical AReas of Expertise
Neuro-Developmental Disorders
  • Intellectual Disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depressive Disorders
  • Major Depressive Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
Anxiety Disorders
  • Separation Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic, Agoraphobia, Generalized Anxiety
Obsessive Compulsive & Related Disorders
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Hoarding Disorder
Trauma & Stressor Related Disorders
  • Reactive Attachment Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Acute Stress Disorder
Somatic Symptom Disorder & Illness Anxiety Disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Substance Related & Addictive Disorders
  • Alcohol, Caffeine, Cannabis, and Gambling related
Additional Clinical Areas of Focus
Trauma, Abuse & Recovery
  • Childhood abuse and neglect
  • Intimate partner violence and relationship abuse
  • Intergenerational, racial, and historical trauma
  • Residential School Survivors and MMIWG2S+ impacts
  • Recovery from crime, bullying, and social exclusion
Relationships & Family
  • Communication and conflict resolution
  • Boundaries, codependency, and trust
  • Separation, divorce, and blended families
  • Co-parenting and parenting support
  • Intimacy, vulnerability, and forgiveness
Identity & Emotional Well-Being
  • Self-esteem, confidence, and identity
  • Shame, self-criticism, and self-compassion
  • Anger management
  • Imposter syndrome
  • Life transitions and personal growth
Inclusive & Culturally Responsive Care
  • LGBTQ2SIA+ affirming therapy
  • Trans and gender-diverse mental health
  • Men's and women's mental health
  • Gender-related concerns and identity exploration
  • Culturally responsive and anti-oppressive care
Life Stress & System Navigation
  • Workplace and educational stress
  • Burnout and compassion fatigue
  • Housing and legal-related stress
  • Navigating complex life transition
Therapeutic Approaches
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anti-Oppressive Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
    • Trauma Focused CBT
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Cultural Therapy
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness Based Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Person Centered Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Systems Therapy​
Communities
Languages
  • English
Rates
  • $200 per 50 minute hour
  • Sliding-scale (reduced) rates are available on a case by case basis. Schedule a consultation for more information.
  • Rates may vary depending on fee schedules set by third-party direct-billing agencies (e.g. NIHB, VAC)
Direct-Billing
  • All participating insurance companies with Telus Health eClaims (e.g. Canada Life, Equitable Life, Manulife etc.)
  • Indigenous Services Canada (e.g. NIHB)
  • Medavie Blue Cross (including VAC, RCMP, CAF)
  • Sunlife
  • Greenshield/SSQ
  • NexGen/Cooperators
Education
  • ​​Bachelor of Arts, Equity, Diversity, Human Rights, Minor Criminology, Laurentian University (Current)
  • Master of Social Work: Indigenous Field of Study, Wilfrid Laurier University (2023)
  • Honours Bachelor's in Indigenous Social Work, Laurentian University (2022)
Fun facts
My hobbies include trying new recipes (baking and cooking), spending time in nature with my golden retriever, Yiska, gardening, and curling up on the couch with a book, with the windows open while it is raining. I started a YouTube channel because everyone was telling me I needed to start showing videos of what I am cooking. Plus, it helps me to build more confidence.

I have been in clinical practice since 2019. The frameworks that most inform my practice are: (w)holistic Indigenous Approaches, Two-eyed Seeing, whole person, Person-Centered, CBT, DBT, Integrative, Anti-oppressive practice, Story-Telling/Narrative, systems therapy.
"Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it." 
​
​- Chief Seattle (Understanding our place brings humility and healing)

Veronica Miller, MISW, RSW offers Direct-Billing to most major insurance companies, including:

A little about me.

Kwey, Hello, Bonjour, Tansi, Aanii.
​
My name is Veronica, Niya iskwew Michif. I am Red River Métis and Irish. My feet currently
land on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Omàmiwinini (meaning "down-river") or Algonquin People. My culture is an important part of who I am, shaping my life and informing my work. I am also shaped by 35 years in the military, as a child and an adult. Growing up surrounded by the military has instilled in me a continued sense of resilience and adaptability, as we often moved and experienced frequent deployments.
My therapeutic style is deeply rooted in (w)holistic Indigenous worldviews of knowing and
being. I believe in addressing the whole person, understanding that our emotional, mental,
physical, and spiritual aspects are intertwined. Guided by the teachings of the medicine wheel, I emphasize the significance of balance in our lives. As I walk alongside both Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples, I often remind them that each journey is unique. Life can often resemble a river; at times it flows smoothly and calmly, while at other moments it can crash and swirl chaotically against the shore. I encourage those I work with to walk kindly and gently with themselves, acknowledging that it's okay to embrace the ebbs and flows of life.

Outside of my professional life, I spend time by the river with my golden retriever, Yiska, whose name means "The night has passed" in Navajo- a beautiful reminder of hope and renewal. My connection to water and nature restores my spirit, and I find peace in spending time in my vegetable garden and watching it grow. I enjoy spending time in my kitchen cooking and baking, exploring new dishes from various cultures, allowing me to connect with the diverse stories and traditions that surround us.​
"Healing is embracing what is most feared; healing is opening what has been closed, softening what has hardened into obstruction, healing is learning to trust life." 
​
​- Jeanne Achterberg

Online or In-Person Counselling in Pembroke, Ontario

In-Person services are available by appointment at 84 Isabella Street, Pembroke, Ontario.