Sarah Southey, MSW, RSW, PhD(c)
I have been working in career development of neurodivergent individuals since 2009. Over the past 17 years, I have provided consultation, vocational assessment, and clinical support helping clients make decisions about education, employment, future planning and accommodations. As a registered social worker (MSW), I am attuned to related health, mental health, social-communication and executive functioning issues that can impact employment. My approach is strengths-based and neuro-affirming with an emphasis on strengths, interests, support needs, and realistic education or career pathways.
I completed a Master of Social Work degree at the University of Toronto in 2010. More recently, my work has included PhD research, contract teaching at Wilfrid Laurier University and Humber College, and continued clinical and consultation to individuals related to neurodiversity, education, employment, and accessibility.
Alongside my clinical and assessment work, I also consult with organizations seeking to strengthen accessibility, neuro-affirming practice, and workplace inclusion. This work has included workshops, the development of training modules, and leadership consultation.
Sarah is currently accepting new clients.
Credentials, Certifications and Memberships
PhD Candidate – Social Work – Estimated Date of Completion: Fall 2026
Wilfrid Laurier University, Kitchener
Master of Social Work
University of Toronto, Faculty of Social Work, Toronto
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), Labour Studies and Sociology
Brock University, St. Catharines
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Certificate
Hinks Delcrest, Toronto
Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS)
UCLA, Los Angelos
Strategies for Resolving Post-Traumatic Stress
Crisis Training Resource Institute, Canada
Strong Interest Inventory
Psychometrics, Toronto
Myers Briggs Type Indicator
Psychometrics, Toronto
Ontario Social Worker and Social Service Worker
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
