Welcome to Sound Living! My name is Ann-Marie Deas and I am a registered Social Worker and certified Health & Life Coach. 

Using the powerful combination of Social Work and Health and Life coaching, I provide clients with a holistic approach to transform their lives in a sustainable way. I use evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution-Focused Counselling, and Mindfulness-based stress reduction, with individualized support to help clients achieve their desired outcomes.

I retired in 2019 from a 33 year career as a Social Worker and Mental Health Lead for an Ontario school board. During that time, I supervised a multidisciplinary team of helping professionals including Social Workers, Educators, and Nurses. I also coordinated the board’s Crisis Response Team, trained staff in Mental Health First Aid, and worked with schools to develop trauma-informed care. 

As a Mental Health Lead, I worked extensively in high-stress situations and have seen first hand the devastating effects stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout can have on individuals and families. I am passionate about helping people create enduring changes that bring greater balance, energy, and vitality to their lives.

Whether working in my private practice, volunteering, or raising my three daughters, I have always believed in growing people to their full potential and helping them live their best life. I am currently living my best life with my husband on the beautiful shores of Georgian Bay, Ontario where I enjoy hiking, kayaking, gardening, and cooking my favourite recipes. 

Join me in a journey of exploration and transformation that will have you making the impact you always wanted to make in the world. I look forward to connecting with you and becoming a part of your story!