2024 HEALTH CARE PROVIDER OF THE YEAR NOMINEE
Eden Dales
Nominated For:
HEALTH CARE PROVIDER OF THE YEAR
Professional Background:
Eden Dales is a distinguished registered social worker with over two decades of clinical experience. She holds a master’s degree in social work from Yeshiva University in New York City and is the owner and director of Eden Dales Social Work (EDSW) in Toronto, Ontario. Eden commenced her career during 9/11 supporting survivors of the world trade center attacks.
Expertise:
Eden specializes in post-trauma recovery and offers a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Trauma-Informed Care. Her significant contributions include extensive work with individuals suffering from brain injuries, providing them with tailored rehabilitation and recovery programs. Eden developed expertise in grief and trauma with families as the NICU social worker at Sick Kids for over a decade.
Educational Contributions:
As an educator and presenter, Eden has shared her expertise on trauma-informed care at provincial, national, and international conferences. She has been involved in crucial projects such as the Gender-Based Violence Project and has provided essential training to organizations like the Consent and Capacity Board, Costi Agency, and the Brain Injury Society of Toronto. Eden developed a trauma informed care training program for the legal profession, accredited by the law society of Ontario, as well as one for regulators.
Brain Injury Expertise:
Eden has extensive experience working with individuals with brain injuries, contributing significantly to their rehabilitation and recovery through specialized therapeutic approaches and comprehensive support services. Eden has specialized knowledge and expertise in females recovering from concussion and brain injuries and has educated on this topic nationally and internationally.
Recognition and Community Impact:
Eden was honoured for her dedication and commitment to the Brain Injury Society of Toronto with the Volunteer of the Year Award in 2021. She is committed to fostering a trauma-informed approach within the community through workshops and training sessions on trauma recovery, emotional intelligence, and effective communication.
Why Vote for Eden:
Eden’s extensive experience, compassionate care, and dedication to advancing trauma-informed practices make her an exceptional candidate for the Health Care Provider of the Year award. Her work has significantly impacted her clients’ lives and has advanced the field of social work.
Support Eden Dales:
Join us in recognizing Eden’s remarkable contributions to the field of social work and trauma-informed care. Your vote will help honor her commitment and outstanding service to the community.