Taylor Alves, B.A. (She/Her)

Taylor has a B.A. Specialized Honours degree in psychology from York University. With concentrations in Child and Youth Development and Counselling. 

Beginning in the Fall of 2024, she joined Flourish Health Services as a part of the psychology and admin team. She helps you understand the comprehensive assessments conducted by our team and summarizes them into a detailed report highlighting your strengths and areas requiring further support. She also contacts folx throughout the assessment process. 

Taylor is passionate about mental health and is involved with volunteering at places such as SickKids, KidsHelpPhone, and The National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC). Her area of interest is in counselling and the risk and protective factors surrounding mental wellness in adolescents. She is also very interested in Neurodiversity and the impact it can have on schooling and daily life. In fact, she researched the impact of COVID-19 on Neurodivergent University students through her Honours Thesis. Aiming to bridge gaps in supports offered on campus.

Taylor strongly believes that every person deserves support and that anyone can flourish by having access to the proper resources. She always takes a holistic approach and fosters an inclusive mindset. She is very excited to be a part of a team that shares her values and is committed to empowering clients.

When she is not volunteering or working, she can be found watching a documentary, playing the Sims, listening to music, drinking iced coffee year-round, or spending time with her beloved cat Stella.