Jaydon Frid

Many children and adolescents today face challenges such as anxiety, depression, social difficulties, and emotional regulation. These concerns can arise from a variety of factors, including academic pressure, family dynamics, peer relationships, and the influence of social media. As a result, young people may struggle with self-esteem, confidence, managing emotions, and developing healthy relationships.

As a Registered Social Worker specializing in child and adolescent therapy, I provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where young people can explore their experiences, develop coping strategies, and build the skills needed to navigate life’s challenges. I draw on evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), tailoring treatment to each client’s developmental stage, individual needs, and goals. I also work collaboratively with families to strengthen communication, improve understanding, and support positive change at home.

In addition to my work in child and adolescent mental health, I have training and expertise in sports psychology, supporting young athletes in navigating performance anxiety, building sports confidence, and managing the mental demands of competition. Through mental skills training, I help athletes develop strategies to manage pressure, strengthen focus, improve motivation, regulate emotions, and build resilience. My approach emphasizes developing a healthy relationship with sport and performance, helping athletes recognize their strengths, navigate setbacks, and perform with greater confidence both in practice and competition.

Through our work together, my goal is to empower children and adolescents to develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, confidence, and meaningful relationships, while equipping them with practical tools to support their overall well-being.

Jaydon is a Registered Social Worker and a graduate of the University of Windsor, where he earned his Master of Social Work degree. He has worked at Foundations for Emotional Wellness, supporting clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and a range of emotional and life challenges. His diverse professional experience includes working in schools, summer camps, children’s aid societies, and community mental health settings. These experiences have shaped his understanding of the unique challenges facing children, adolescents, and families, and inform his collaborative, individualized approach to therapy.