Eren Deran

Registered Social Worker / Psychotherapist

Hello and welcome! This is Eren.

I am a passionate and dedicated Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist.

I finished a Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2014 and my Master of Social Work degree in 2017. I have been a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers with good standing since 2019.

I follow a client-centered approach and apply anti-oppressive, anti-racist, and anti-transphobic frameworks. He focuses on different psychotherapeutic modalities: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and group DBT are all forms of behavioral therapy.

I have been working at different community centers as a registered social worker in Toronto, Canada, since 2019. He delivers structured dialectical behavioral therapy, group therapy, crisis support and planning, and mental health assessment services for individuals. His clientele includes adults, young adults, and children, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and newcomers.

Having experienced the process of immigration myself, I possess a deep understanding of the unique stressors and challenges that newcomers may face in adapting to a new country. My culturally sensitive approach allows me to connect with diverse individuals from various backgrounds, making them feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.

I am deeply committed to professional growth, and as a result, I continuously engage in ongoing training and stay updated with the latest advancements in the field of psychotherapy. Rest assured, my practice is rooted in ethical principles, and I am a registered member of Canadian Association of Social Workers and Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other mental health concern, I am here to help you build a path towards a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

My Work

I am working primarily with adults, youth (16-29), 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, newcomers and motor vehicle accident clients. I have expertise in needs assessment, service planning, group or individual counselling sessions, service coordination, referring to community resources and case management.

I am passionate about building trust and rapport. I am using an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, non-judgmental, client-centered approach with warm interpersonal skills.

If you plan to use your work benefits, we can provide you with the invoice of the session and you can claim the amount from your insurance company.

Education

Master of Social Work, Specialization: Social Gender Equality, Hacettepe University, April 2017
Bachelor of Social Work, Hacettepe University, June 2014

Clinical Training

Skills for Safety Living
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Fundamentals: The University of Toronto - Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, April 2021
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Tools for Thinking Differently: Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI), January 2021
Dialectical Behavior Therapy - Balancing Acceptance and Change: Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI), October 2020
Anxiety - Practical Intervention Strategies: Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI), Oct 2020

Professional Membership

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers - Registration Number: 834591
Ontario Association of Social Workers