Graham

Mr Graham Schwoob, MSW

Registered Social Worker

“Comfortable and confident working with a variety of challenges so many of us face including: trauma, addictions, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem and anger, Graham provides a calm, supportive and grounded approach to help you reach your full potential.”

About Me

Life can present many complex challenges, from anxiety and grief to relationship difficulties or chronic illness. Graham offers a calm, supportive, and grounded space where you can explore these issues. He guides individuals through trauma, addiction, and self-esteem concerns, helping you uncover your strengths. Clients seeking a steady presence to navigate their journey towards full potential will find a good match.

Approach

Rather than focusing solely on labels, I work collaboratively to explore patterns that keep you stuck and to build practical skills you can use between sessions. In my Waterloo office or via secure online sessions in English, we move at a pace that feels manageable—mixing gentle present-moment practice, values-based experiments and clear teaching so changes stick. Sessions are grounded, goal-oriented and flexible: we track small shifts, adjust strategies, and bring trauma-informed attention to safety and pacing. People dealing with anxiety, addiction, chronic illness or relational strain often find this steady, practical approach helpful.
Contact Graham

Ask a quick question or arrange a time to meet.

Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

    Learn more about ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

    Learn more about Mindfulness
  • Outpatient Services

    Mental health treatment attended during the day without hospital admission, including therapy sessions and psychiatric appointments.

  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

    Learn more about Psychoeducation
  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

    Learn more about Individual Therapy
  • Social Work

    A profession that supports individuals and families with mental health, welfare, housing, and access to community resources.

    Learn more about Social Work

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

    Learn more about Addiction
  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

    Learn more about Anger
  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

    Learn more about Anxiety
  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

    Learn more about Chronic Illness
  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

    Learn more about Mood Disorder
  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

    Learn more about Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

    Learn more about Self-Esteem
  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

    Learn more about Stress / Burnout
  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

    Learn more about Trauma

Professional Title:

  • Registered Social Worker

    A social worker registered with a regulatory body to provide social work services including therapy and case management.

Credentials

Registrations

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Registered Social Worker

Qualifications

Master of Social Work

Wilfrid Laurier University

Service Areas

Transformation Counselling

In-person & Online

Waterloo, Ontario

Canada

Waterloo, Canada