Why choose Nancy Rumble?
Nancy Rumble is a highly experienced clinical social worker and certified play therapist with over a decade of dedicated service to children, youth, and families facing complex challenges. Her expertise spans a wide range of areas, including trauma-informed care, child and adolescent mental health, and family dynamics.
Her practice focuses on children and youth aged 4-24, as well as parents and caregivers dealing with parenting challenges. She offers individual, dyadic (child/youth and parent), and family therapy sessions.
Modalities Used
Nancy’s areas of expertise encompass a wide range of conditions, including:
- 5Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
- 5Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- 5Narrative Therapy
- 5Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- 5Play Therapy
Nancy specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents who have experienced various forms of trauma, including sexual, emotional, and physical abuse, as well as neglect. Her expertise extends to working with young clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotional regulation issues, and concerning sexual behaviour (specifically for children under 12). Additionally, Nancy has extensive experience supporting children and youth within the child welfare system.
Professional Contributions:
As a respected educator and presenter, Nancy has shared her knowledge at local, national, and international forums on topics such as concerning sexual behaviour, prevention strategies in childcare and school settings, and adolescent digital literacy. As a former faculty member of the Radius Institute, she has developed and delivered training programs on effective parent-caregiver interventions, assessment of concerning sexual behavior, and trauma-informed assessments for children and youth. Nancy is also a co-author of the innovative digital media tool “My Digital Journey.”
With her extensive training, diverse skill set, and commitment to creative and engaging therapeutic interventions, Nancy Rumble continues to make a significant impact in the lives of children, youth, and families facing complex challenges.

Education
Certified Play Therapist (CPT) – Canadian Association for Play Therapy, 2023
Master of Social Work (MSW) – Wilfrid Laurier University, 2014
Master of Science in Family Relations and Human Development (MSc) – University of Guelph, 2008
Bachelor of Applied Science with Honors (BASc) – University of Guelph, 2006