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Carla Barbosa, MS, MSW

I am a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist providing online psychotherapy services in Ontario, Canada through my practice, The Rainbow Chair – Online Psychotherapy in Ontario.​ I hold a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto and a Master of Science in Health Studies from the University of Regina. Fluent in English and Portuguese, I offer anti-oppressive, culturally competent, trauma-informed counselling for adults navigating significant life changes, including immigration, career transitions, grief, or relationship challenges, as well as homophobia, transphobia, and late diagnoses of neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, and giftedness).

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I am passionate about social justice, diversity, and inclusion, and I value collaboration, empathy, and authenticity in my work. I’m dedicated to helping clients build resilience, self-understanding, and healthier relationships.

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Before becoming a therapist, I practiced as an Architect in Brazil and Canada. In 2016, I transitioned into mental-health work and now have the privilege of providing psychotherapy in Portuguese and English to Brazilian and Canadian clients. I am also a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of New York.

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For psychotherapy services, visit my private practice, The Rainbow Chair – Online Psychotherapy in Ontario.

Professional Experience

The Rainbow Chair

Registered Social Worker - Psychotherapist
Jun 2023 - Present

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Our Landing Place Group Therapy Practice

Registered Social Worker - Jun 2023 - Jun 2024

Registered Social Service Worker - Mar 2022 to May 2023


Scarborough Women's Centre

MSW Placement Student - Jan 2022 - Apr 2023


Jane Alliance Neighborhood Service

Social Service Worker - Jun 2021 - Dec 2021


George Brown College

Research Assistant - Nov 2020 - Sep 2021


Just Be You Psychotherapy

Placement Student - Jan 2021 - May 2021


RPL Architects; 

E.I. Richmond Architects; 

Scoler Lee Associates Architects

Architectural Designer  - Sep 2014 - Aug 2020

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University of Regina - Saskatchewan

Research Assistant - Sep 2011 - Aug 2014

Volunteering

Carla Barbosa Photography

Project Lead - 2017 - 2018

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Created and led a photography project that aimed to improve women’s body image, as well as a body positivity workshop. 
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Metropolitan Community Church

Volunteer/Project lead - 2015 - 2017

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Engaged in, created, and led various community-building projects and peer support groups in Toronto. 

Licensure & Certifications

New York State Education Department

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Issued April 2025

 

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Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

Registered Social Worker (MSW/RSW) - Issued June 2023

​Registered Social Service Worker (RSSW) - Issued April 2022

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Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW)

Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) - Issued June 2023

University of Toronto (2021 to 2023)

Master of Social Work

 

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George Brown College (2020 to 2021)

Diploma, Social Service Worker

- Dean Medal recipient

 

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University of Regina (2012 – 2014)
Master of Science in Health Studies
Thesis focus: Gender and sexual orientation impact on the use of public spaces.

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Education

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​• Portuguese (Native/Fluent)

• English (Fluent)

• Spanish (Elementary)

• French (Elementary)

Languages

Focus Areas & Core Competencies

• Neurodivergence-Affirming Practice

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• LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy

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• Trauma-Informed Counseling

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• Multilingual & Cross-Cultural Psychotherapy

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• University Student Mental Health

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• Immigration & Identity Transitions

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• Grief, Anxiety, and Burnout

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• Private Practice Management

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Learn more about my clinical work at The Rainbow Chair, where identity, culture, and healing meet.

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