Larissa Emmons
MSW, BSW, RSW
Social Worker & Psychotherapist
OCSWSSW# 836322
About Me (she/her)
I help people struggling with anxiety/depression develop strategies to help them feel a little better/less stressed day by day. Clients have told me that thinking about their wellness quest in smaller 1% steps is less overwhelming. I worked in the disability field for over ten years before returning to school to become a social worker. I am in training to become a registered sex therapist with BESTCO and operate a sex-positive practice. A consultation is a great time to do a quick "vibe check" to see if we click and to see if you like my approach. If I am not the right fit for you, I will help connect you to someone else who can help you!
Canadian Disability Tax Credit Information
What is it?
The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a tax credit that is used to lower what you owe the government annually or to increase the income tax return you get back.
What makes this benefit special is the following:
- You could receive up to ten years of retroactive payments. I have seen anything from $700 to $20,000 or more in my work with clients!
- After receiving the ten previous years, you can then use the credit on your taxes annually thereafter.
- Parents/young adults - when you apply, you can also receive up to ten years of the "Child Disability Benefit (CDB)," which is a monthly top-up of the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)!
- If approved, you can claim disability-related items on your taxes that support your medical condition/disability.
- If approved, you can also apply for the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). For every $1 you save, the government will give you up to $3 (a potential 300% return on investment)!
Canadian Disability Tax Credit Resources
I want to Apply Now;
- You can go to the application link (on the right), fill it out with all relevant information and submit it to your doctor or general practitioner for them to sign.
I want help!
- If you would like support or are unsure how to fill out the form, please don't hesitate to reach out! I offer 1-1 sessions to help you fill out your form and workshops that will give you the necessary information to fill out your application [see brochure]!
Warning
There are some companies online that will often say that they will help you apply and guarantee a return. While this is fantastic, and there are likely some very good companies, I have noticed there is often fine print stating that if you get a return, you will owe them anywhere between 20-50% of the return you receive. Be careful!
You
are
not
alone
Supporting you is very important to me. However, I am not always available because I don't work in a crisis counsellor role. I don't want anyone to feel that they have nowhere to turn in a crisis moment; therefore, I have compiled some resources on this site that you can access for support outside of my hours (if you are my client) or just because you need someone to talk to if you aren't!
The people who work at these agencies genuinely want to hear from you & genuinely want to help!
Resources &
Crisis Information
London, Ontario Specific Resources
519.433.2023
1.866.933.2023
519.433.2023
If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or proceed to your nearest emergency department.
Commitment to fighting climate change
On a Quest for a better and more sustainable world while working on mental health/wellness along the way.
We at Wellness Quest Counselling understand the importance of protecting our planet and limiting our environmental footprint wherever possible. As part of our pledge to the earth and to future generations, we aim to achieve this by utilizing a digital platform and charting process. In place of annual Birthday/Christmas or holiday celebrations, a donation is made to the
Together, we can
make a difference.
