Cultivated Calm, Thoughtfully Delivered

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Valentino & Associates was founded by Johanna Martin, MSW, RSW, in 2024 to bridge a vital gap in private therapeutic services. Having spent over 15 years navigating highly complex, high-stakes environments, including provincial child welfare agencies, emergency psychiatric hospital units, and forensic court investigations for the Ministry of the Attorney General. Johanna recognized a profound disparity in the private practice landscape.

While many private practices are staffed by clinicians who transition directly into independent psychotherapy immediately upon graduation, we believe that true clinical depth requires more than theoretical classroom training. Valentino & Associates was established after observing that clients in private therapy are frequently underserved when their clinicians lack extensive, frontline clinical experience.

Valentino and Associates provides accessible telehealth therapy services across Ontario, helping clients navigate life's challenges and improve their mental well-being from the comfort of their homes. This flexible model removes geographic barriers and fits easily into busy schedules. Our telehealth therapy services are designed to provide comprehensive, evidence-based mental health support to residents across all regions of Ontario. By utilizing a secure, PHIPA-compliant video platform, we bring specialized care directly to your device while ensuring strict data privacy and confidentiality.

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I am Johanna Martin, a Registered Social Worker (842856) and Therapist with over 15 years of professional experience supporting individuals, families and couples through life's most complex challenges. My practice is built on a simple premise: effective therapy requires a balance of high-level clinical expertise and a collaborative, respectful partnership. I work alongside you to create a secure, focused space where we can address painful patterns, build practical coping strategies, and foster lasting change.

My therapeutic framework is grounded in evidence-based modalities. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, I use clinical tools tailored to your goals and experiences. My areas of clinical focus include:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Trauma-Informed, Attachment-Focused & Mindfulness Practices

My clinical perspective has been deeply shaped by working in high-complexity, high-stakes environments ranging from private practice to forensic investigations for the Ministry of the Attorney General, child welfare agencies and emergency psychiatric crisis units. This extensive background allows me to bring a high level of clinical rigour, robust risk-assessment skills, and deep empathy to clients navigating trauma, PTSD, mental health issues, family conflict, substance use, and major life transitions.

Professional Credentials & Qualifications

To provide you with the highest standard of safe, evidence-based care, I maintain a strong foundation of academic and postgraduate credentials:

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) | York University

  • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) | York University

  • Social Service Worker Diploma | George Brown College

Postgraduate Training Certificates | Wilfrid Laurier University

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Levels 1 and 2

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Certificate

  • Trauma Therapy Certificate

  • Ongoing Professional Clinical Supervision | Susan Reid, RSW

  • Active Professional Registration | Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

I am fully bilingual and proud to provide professional clinical services in both English and Spanish, helping to ensure accessible, culturally responsive care.

Deciding to begin therapy is a significant commitment to your own growth and well-being. I look forward to working with you to help you navigate your current challenges and build a more resilient path.

Begin Your Curated Path to Well-Being

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