Fema Jacob MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker/Psychotherapist

Certified Hypnotherapist

Hi, I’m Fema. I want to understand the intricate details of your life that make you uniquely you and I would be honoured to facilitate the process of your self-discovery and healing. I integrate powerful modalities like EMDR, IFS, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and I listen closely—not just to your words, but to the parts of you that long to be seen and understood. My goal is to provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental space in order to support you in finding new ways to navigate life's challenges and ultimately find meaning.

Why Work With Me? 

I believe that real change is possible, and I’ve spent my career immersing myself in innovative, research-based techniques that help people feel better by addressing issues at their root. I work with clients throughout the perinatal period, as well as those navigating adoption, healing from trauma, or facing a variety of other challenges, including anxiety, chronic pain, and experiences of sexual abuse. If you are looking for real, transformative change and are ready to do the deep work—addressing both mind and body—I would be honoured to support you through your journey.

My Approach 

I provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental space. Together, we will come up with a custom treatment plan to support your needs and goals and help you learn new ways to navigate life's challenges and ultimately find meaning. Using an integrative approach that draws on a number of somatically based interventions, like EMDR and hypnotherapy, we can create profound change.  

Techniques Used 

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Chair Work

  • Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)

  • Exposure and Response Therapy for OCD (ERP)

  • IFS

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

Education 

  • Master of Social Work - University of Windsor

  • Bachelor of Social Work - Renison University College, University of Waterloo

  • Bachelor of Arts - Social Development Studies - Renison University College, University of Waterloo

  • Diploma of General Studies in Social Work Studies in Social Work - Renison University College, University of Waterloo

Certifications / Trainings

  • EMDR Certificate - Peace of Mind Winnipeg – Dr. Penner Hutton

  • CBT Certificate                                                 

  • Creating Secure Relationships                                    

  • An Introduction to Emotionally Focused Therapy - Wilfrid Laurier University

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy for GAD - York University

  • Certified Hypnotherapist - London Hypnotherapy Centre

  • Certificate in Child Abuse & Neglect - Renison University College, University of Waterloo

  • Certificate in Teacher/Trainer of Adults - Humber College

  • Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care - Postpartum Support International 

  • Focusing Basics - The International Focusing Institute

  • Brainspotting Level 1 - Canadian Prairies Institute for Midbrain Therapies

  • EMDR Therapy with Complex Trauma- Jim Knipe, PhD

  • EMDR and IFS Parts Protocol - Kendal Heart, PsyD

  • IFS Foundations Masterclass - Kendal Heart, PsyD

  • Acceptance Commitment Therapy ACT Certificate- Udemy

  • Cognitive Behaviour Institute - Exposure and Response Therapy for OCD

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) - Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Re

Professional Organizations 

  • Licensed Member of The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

  • Licensed Member of The Ontario Association of Social Workers