Faruk Arslan

RSW and Psychotherapist at Bloom Therapy

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

About

Faruk Arslan is a Registered Social Worker who holds a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University. He also has a Master of Arts in Religion and Culture and PhD Candidate in Human Relationships Psychotherapy and Spiritual care from Martin Luther College and Wilfrid University. Faruk is a member of the Association od Social Worker and OSWSSW for Therapy and Social Work Counsellor. Arslan has taught three different levels of Turkish for the Youth and Adult at Toronto District School Board Public School as a supplementary teacher. He experiences counselling individuals, groups, couples, youths and adolescents with diverse population in Toronto and the Southern Ontario. He also holds a degree Sociology in Honor from York University and SSW diploma from Centennial College. Arslan has trained intern at Children Aid Society in Brant County as an Intake Worker and Stratford General Hospital as a discharge planner. He developed Mindfulness Therapy for youth to overcome borderline personality disorder (BPD) issues. He became expert on DBT, CBT, EDMR and Jungian Spiritual Dream Interpretation and self growth design. He has received a certificate in Expose Therapy Meditation and Indigenous Cultural Safety in Health Care. He has expertise working with children, youth and families from diverse backgrounds and abilities. Faruk has over 10 years’ experience in intervention and treatment of mental health among children, teenagers, and couples. Faruk has expertise in the areas of depression, anxiety, PTSD, war trauma, and panic attack. Faruk works primarily with children living with identity crises, emotional, physical and sexual traumas, major depression, social anxiety, ADHD, high sensitivity and mood swing challenges. He works with children who are struggling with dysregulation, behavioural difficulties, emotional disturbance, grief and bereavement, puberty related stressors. He has expertise working with children from refugee backgrounds and 2SLGBTQ+ youth. In addition to children, Faruk works with parents who are wanting to support their child(ren) with ADHD, Asperger Syndrome and Autism. Drawing from evidence-based practice to tailor treatment for clients, He uses person centred Rogerian techniques, Jungian Sandtray& Worldplay therapy integrative (directive and non-directive) Narrative play therapy techniques with children. Drawing from solution focus-based practice to tailor individual treatment for clients, He uses psychodynamic therapy, interpersonal therapy, relational therapy, mindfulness tools to meet individual needs for self journeying.

Experience

  • RSW and Psychotherapist at Bloom: Child & Family Therapy
    Feb 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

  • Master of Social Work Counselor at Novo Medical Incorporation
    Nov 2016 - Present · 9 yrs 8 mos

  • Registered Social Worker at Spinetec Health Care Solutions
    Dec 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

  • Gladshteyn Psychology Professional Corporation (Toronto, Canada Area)
    • Practice in Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychology
      May 2016 - Present · 10 yrs 2 mos

      Gladshteyn Psychology Professional Corporation is a full-service Psychological practice in Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychology. We offer a full-range of Psychological services including Psychological, Neuropsychological and Psycho-Vocational Assessments, with significant experience in the personal injury context (Workers Compensation and Motor Vehicle Accidents). We provide psychological treatment in different modalities using different psychotherapy models. We also offer Relaxation CD’s, Biofeedback devices and other professional services. We provide the convenience of quick turn-around times and digital documentation for all of our services. Our dedicated team of professionals includes Psychologists, Psychological Associates, Psychotherapists, Psychometrists and Psycho-Vocational Counselors. Our team is supported by a full-time Business Manager and an administrative team. We currently offer services in many languages including English, French, Italian, Spanish, Persian, Urdu, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hebrew, Russian, Ukrainian and American Sign Language. Our offices are conveniently located at Yonge St & Sheppard Ave in Toronto, Ontario. For our Clients convenience, we are pleased to offer our services either at our offices or at our Clients’ offices.

    • Practice in Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychotherapy Provider
      May 2016 - Present · 10 yrs 2 mos

      Gladshteyn Psychology Professional Corporation is a full-service Psychological practice in Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychology. We offer a full-range of Psychological services including Psychological, Neuropsychological and Psycho-Vocational Assessments, with significant experience in the personal injury context (Workers Compensation and Motor Vehicle Accidents). We provide psychological treatment in different modalities using different psychotherapy models. We also offer Relaxation CD’s, Biofeedback devices and other professional services. We provide the convenience of quick turn-around times and digital documentation for all of our services. Our dedicated team of professionals includes Psychologists, Psychological Associates, Psychotherapists, Psychometrists and Psycho-Vocational Counselors. Our team is supported by a full-time Business Manager and an administrative team. We currently offer services in many languages including English, French, Italian, Spanish, Persian, Urdu, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hebrew, Russian, Ukrainian and American Sign Language. Our offices are conveniently located at Yonge St & Sheppard Ave in Toronto, Ontario. For our Clients convenience, we are pleased to offer our services either at our offices or at our Clients’ offices.

  • Wilfrid Laurier University (14 yrs 3 mos)
    • PhD Student Human Relationships Behaviour Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy
      Sep 2015 - Present · 10 yrs 10 mos

      We have the most extensive selection of courses in spiritual care, counselling and psychotherapy of any school in Canada.

    • Teaching Assistant
      May 2014 - Present · 12 yrs 2 mos

      Religion and Culture is committed to creative teaching and strives to foster in its students the spirit of free inquiry, the determination to pose probing questions, and the critical skills and knowledge needed to study religion. R&C encourages the development of strong communication and writing skills. Graduates of the department include professors, teachers, social workers, counselors, librarians, editors, government workers, film makers, artists, religious leaders, and writers. Our community of scholars ensures that BA, MA and PhD students are well-prepared to identify, to think critically about, and to contribute to solving problems and issues facing their discipline and society at large.

    • MSW
      Apr 2012 - Apr 2014 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      The Faculty of Social Work (FSW) at Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU) offers social work programs at the Master’s and Doctoral levels. Since its inception in 1966, the FSW has developed a national and international reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and practicum instruction. My fields of study and research: Individuals, Families, and Groups; Community, Policy, Planning, and Organizations; and Aboriginal Studies.