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As a child and youth mental health therapist, public speaker, and group training facilitator, Aimee brings over a decade of experience supporting children and youth in schools, hospitals, summer camps, and clinical treatment settings.
Known for blending warmth, play, and evidence-based practice, Aimee is a Master’s-level Registered Social Worker and Certified Play Therapist (also known as a “Master of Fun”). She has travelled across Canada delivering training for educators, clinicians, camp staff, and parents, and also operates a private therapy practice serving children and families in Waterloo, Ontario.
Her training style reflects the way she works with children and families: relational, practical, and grounded in real-world experience. Sessions help participants better understand children's behaviour, strengthen relationships, and build realistic, sustainable strategies for everyday settings.

Child-Focused Professionals
Mental Health Clinicians
Parents
Trusted by McMaster University, The Ontario Camps Association, The YMCA, The Waterloo Region District School Board, and 900+ educators, camp leaders, clinicians, and parents across Canada.
“This was one of the most impactful Professional Development sessions I’ve ever been to in my 14 years as an ECE. Thank you for being so prepared with materials and engaging content”
- Elementary Educator, Public School Board
“Aimee is a lovely presenter - warm, genuine, and so much great info grounded in theory and research!”
- Mental Health Clinician, Private Practice
“Aimee’s energy, insight, and expertise will no doubt have a lasting impact… After two amazing days of training our entire group has been empowered and feels better equipped for the summer ahead.”
- Director, Overnight Summer Camp
“You were absolutely wonderful to learn from. You are a wealth of knowledge and I loved the energy and passion you brought to your work; it made me feel just as excited and passionate about working with children.”
- Graduate Student, University
“It was an amazing experience to learn new strategies not only for students but also for our own self-regulation too.”
- Elementary Educator, Public School Board
“You gave me more confidence in challenging scenarios. Your role plays of wording to work through situations showed me new ways to address it with my own children. Really
enjoyed our time together”
- Parent, Child Care Centre

Reach out today to book your FREE, no-obligation Exploration Call!
Together, we’ll discuss your needs, your team or practice, and how training can be tailored to best fit your specific setting. No pitch, no pressure.
Email: contact@aimee-msw.com
Phone: 226-929-1029
Aimee VanKoughnett, MSW RSW CPT
contact@aimee-msw.com