Beata Sims Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychologist

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Beata Sims is the Founder of Restore Psychotherapy and Rehabilitation, a Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychologist in Ontario and a Registered Psychologist in Alberta, providing comprehensive psychological assessment, rehabilitation, and evidence-based treatment for individuals recovering from trauma, injury, chronic pain, and disability.

With more than 20 years of experience in rehabilitation, disability management, and mental health, Beata has dedicated her career to helping individuals restore function, improve psychological well-being, and achieve meaningful recovery through a comprehensive biopsychosocial approach.

Beata began her professional career as a Physiotherapist, working across a variety of rehabilitation settings, which provided an in-depth understanding of physical recovery, chronic pain, neurological conditions, and the relationship between physical and psychological health. Her passion for understanding the mind-body connection led her to pursue advanced education and training in psychology, integrating rehabilitation science with evidence-based psychological care.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Toronto, a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Behavioural Sciences from McMaster University, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.

Beata is a Certified Clinical Traumatologist. She also completed specialized education in Disability Management through Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences and holds the designations of Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) through the National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR) and Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professional (CVRP).

Beata is a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP), where she serves on the Board and contributes to the Public Policy Committee. 

Beata actively contributes to advancing professional standards, improving access to psychological care, and advocating for evidence-informed rehabilitation and mental health services.

Throughout her career, Beata has worked extensively with first responders, military veterans, individuals with workplace psychological injuries, chronic pain, motor vehicle accident (MVA) survivors, and clients receiving VAC. She has experience delivering care within specialized First Responder Mental Health Programs, occupational ng services through WSIB, disability insurers, and Veterans Affairs Canada rehabilitation programs, and private practice.

Beata completed her psychotherapy internship with the Ministry of the Solicitor General at a provincial detention centre, which provided valuable experience working with individuals experiencing complex trauma, PTSD, addictions, sexual abuse, severe mental illness, homelessness, social exclusion, and involvement with the criminal justice system. This experience further strengthened her expertise in trauma-informed care and psychological rehabilitation.

Beata provides comprehensive clinical, rehabilitation, functional, and psychological assessments, evaluating the emotional, cognitive, behavioural, functional, and social impacts of illness, injury, trauma, and disability. Her assessments assist with diagnostic clarification, treatment planning, functional capacity evaluations, return-to-work planning, and insurance and disability management.

Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and individualized, integrating:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP)
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD
• Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) for chronic pain
• Behavioural Activation
• Psychoeducation
• Sleep Hygiene
• Functional Rehabilitation
• SMART Goal Development
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Beata has a particular interest in rehabilitation psychology, post-traumatic growth, psychological trauma, chronic pain, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), occupational stress injuries, and the mind-body connection. Her treatment philosophy focuses not only on symptom reduction but also on restoring function, fostering resilience, and helping individuals rediscover purpose following adversity.

Whether supporting a first responder returning to operational duties, an individual recovering from a motor vehicle accident, or someone navigating a complex disability claim, Beata's goal is to deliver compassionate, scientifically grounded care that promotes sustainable recovery, functional independence, and long-term psychological well-being.