Sally Sylla
Sally Sylla
Things to know
Client ages
Adults and seniors.
Languages
French
About
My approach is human, personalized and adapted to each person's reality. I consider each journey unique and I commit to offering respectful support, centered on your needs and strengths.
How I work
I consider each person unique and adapt my support to their needs, respecting their history. My practice is based on solution‑oriented, psychodynamic and cognitive‑behavioral frameworks, enriched by clinical criminology. They guide a holistic intervention attentive to emotional, relational and psychosocial difficulties.
Sally self-identifies as Black, Expat / immigrant, Muslim, and Neurodivergent.
Services
What I can help with
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Qualifications
ordre professionnel des criminologues du Quebec
MANDAT IVAC
Where I work
Good to know
Questions you might have (but haven't asked yet)What is a criminologist?
The criminologist is a helping‑relationship professional whose practice lies at the intersection of criminology, psychology, sociology and justice. They support both offending individuals and victims of criminal acts, as well as persons experiencing psychosocial difficulties. Their role is to assess the person's needs, develop an intervention plan, and promote their adaptation, social integration and functioning.
Who can consult a criminologist?
Any person experiencing difficulties that impact their daily functioning can consult a criminologist. Contrary to a common belief, it is not necessary to have committed a crime. Criminologists specifically support individuals dealing with anxiety, relational difficulties, addictions, situations of intimate partner violence, victimization, mental health or adjustment issues.
What is the difference between a criminologist and a psychologist?
The psychologist addresses psychological difficulties and can provide psychotherapy. As a criminologist, I intervene on the repercussions of your situation in your daily life, relationships, environment, and social roles.
What is the difference between psychosocial support and psychotherapy?
Psychosocial support aims to accompany you in the concrete impacts your difficulties have on your daily life. We work together to develop strategies adapted to your reality, strengthen your resources, and promote your functioning. Psychotherapy, on the other hand, targets the treatment of psychological difficulties and is a specialized act.
Do criminologists work only in prisons?
No. Criminologists work in hospitals, CLSCs, community organizations, rehabilitation centers, schools, victim services, private practice, and many other settings.
I've never committed a crime. Can a criminologist still help me?
Absolutely. Contrary to popular belief, the majority of my clients have never committed a crime. I support individuals who experience anxiety, relational difficulties, violent situations, victimization experiences, addictions or other psychosocial challenges. My role is to help you better cope with the impacts of these difficulties on your daily life.
Are my sessions confidential?
Yes. Sessions are confidential in accordance with the ethical obligations of criminologists. Certain legal exceptions may apply, particularly when there is a serious risk to your safety or that of others.
What is the training pathway for a criminologist?
In Quebec, the title of criminologist is a protected title. To use it, you must hold a recognized degree (typically a specialized bachelor's in criminology or an eligible master's), have completed a supervised clinical internship in intervention, and be a member of the Ordre professionnel des criminologues du Québec (OPCQ). Criminologists are subject to a code of ethics, continuing education, and oversight by their professional order to ensure public protection.
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