SARAH MILMINE

Sarah Milmine, RSW, MSW, (She/Her) has devoted over twenty years to the helping profession, with a deep commitment to the well-being of children and their families. Her practice is rooted in the belief that authentic relationships are the foundation of meaningful, lasting change. Sarah is a passionate advocate for neurodiversity, ensuring that every individual she works with feels understood and supported.

Sarah’s therapeutic approach integrates a variety of evidence-informed methods, including CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed Care, Narrative Therapy, and Strengths-Based and Solution-Focused therapies. She possesses a strong understanding of infant mental health and emphasizes the importance of building proactive practices that empower individuals from the earliest stages of life. Her therapeutic special interests lie in neurodivergence, intimate partner violence, co-parenting children with unique needs, and assisting clients in navigating complex social and legal systems.

Throughout her career, Sarah has focused on children’s mental health, crafting creative treatment plans that involve both natural and professional support systems. She has extensive experience addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, and the challenges associated with divorce and separation. In her work, Sarah values the use of art, movement, and client interests to foster engagement and sustained change. Her Old English Sheepdog puppy, Bandit, is training to become a certified therapy dog and is a cherished presence in her office at NowWhat.

In addition to her clinical work, Sarah has been a formal trainer through the Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies and a member of the Social Work teaching team at McMaster University. She is also currently working on a project with the Law Commission of Ontario, sitting on the advisory committee related to Intimate Partner Violence and Protection Orders, where she is contributing to efforts to understand and reform how these orders are applied across various legal systems. Her work is further enriched by her experience with the Indigenous community, where she has been involved in Indigenous Alternative Dispute Resolution, Talking/Healing Circles, and treatment plans guided by the Medicine Wheel.

Outside of her professional life, Sarah co-parents a vibrant, personality-filled little human who is a natural risk-taker, daydreamer, and force of nature. This experience further deepens her understanding of the complexities of co-parenting, particularly when navigating the unique needs of a neurodivergent child. Sarah is dedicated to creating spaces where families can connect, share, and build community with others who may be experiencing similar journeys.