About Me
My name is Cassandra Knegt, and I come from a place held by one of the Great Lakes, Lake Ontario. My ancestors are from the east, connected to the Atlantic Ocean. I often say I am made of these two bodies of water: one that raised me, and one that remembers me. Water grounds me, steadies my spirit, and reminds me to nurture my relationships with all of creation.
I am a partner, daughter, sister, auntie, and friend. I am Indigenous, Mi’kmaq, Moose Clan, from Potlotek First Nation in Nova Scotia on my mother’s side, and of settler Canadian ancestry on my father’s side. I connected with my Indigenous identity at nineteen and continue to learn about it every day. In April 2026, my family made contact with relatives on our reserve, and in June 2026, we travelled to meet them for the first time. Their warmth, generosity, and welcome were deeply meaningful, and I look forward to maintaining these relationships and returning home often.
I am an introvert with a sense of humour, intersectional feminist, queer, and an animal lover. I enjoy reading, nature walks, travelling, playing video games, listening to music, and making playlists that match my mood. I am neurodivergent, an ADHD-identified therapist and a cis‑gendered female who uses she/her pronouns. I work with youth (16+) and adults.
I have spent over eleven years in the social work field, developing knowledge and experience in mental health, trauma, and challenges faced by Indigenous peoples. I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and culturally grounded space for LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and Indigenous clients to explore identity, heal from trauma, and navigate experiences such as systemic discrimination, emotional regulation, and gender or sexuality exploration. With lived experience of ADHD, I understand how neurodivergence can shape daily life, relationships, and self‑esteem. My goal is to help clients embrace their strengths, build self‑compassion, and develop strategies that truly work for them.
I hold a Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, specializing in Indigenous fields of study. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other trauma‑informed approaches. My practice is wholistic and client‑centred, honouring Indigenous culture, addressing intergenerational trauma, and supporting cultural identity reconnection. Above all, I strive to offer care that is compassionate, grounded, and respectful of the whole person.
