Meet Jeanette Leroux

Hi, I’m Jeanette Leroux! I’m a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from King’s University College. I also have a Minor in Thanatology, which is the study of death, dying, and grief—something I’ve always been passionate about. My work revolves around helping people navigate grief and mental health challenges, and I feel truly honored to walk alongside them during some of the most vulnerable times in their lives.

Grief isn’t just about losing a loved one; it can come from so many types of loss—like a job, a relationship, or even a dream that didn’t work out. I create a safe space where people can talk openly about what they’re going through. Sometimes we cry, sometimes we laugh as they share memories, and other times we just sit with the emotions. It’s all about helping people feel seen and supported as they work toward healing.

I’ve had the chance to work in other amazing roles over the years. I was a Bereavement Support Counsellor at the Canadian Mental Health Association, where I worked one-on-one with people grieving deaths by suicide and ran grief support groups. Before that, I worked with families and children at the Children’s Aid Society, and I even spent time at the University of Waterloo helping post-secondary students manage mental health crises.

What I love about my work is that it’s so varied. Some days I’m helping a teenager navigate anxiety or depression, and other days I’m sitting with someone who’s lost a loved one, guiding them through their grief. I use different approaches depending on what each person needs—whether it’s solution-focused techniques, narrative therapy, or something else entirely.

For me, grief counseling is more than just a job. I believe grief is a natural part of life, and it doesn’t need to be “fixed.” What people need is a space where they can process their emotions without judgment, and that’s what I try to provide. My goal is to help them honor their memories, find peace, and move forward in a way that feels authentic to them.

That’s a little about me. At the core of everything I do, I just want people to know they’re not alone, and that there’s hope, even in the hardest moments.