Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

1 Endorsed

2421 Bristol Circle, Ste 100, Oakville, ON L6H

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Perhaps you identify as being "highly sensitive". Maybe you're feeling anxious, or depressed, or have a sense of unworthiness. You may be having difficulty managing stress. Therapy is an opportunity to work with an understanding guide, who creates a safe, supportive and collaborative environment in the face of these challenges. Being that guide is my passion. I will help you expand your "toolkit", while developing self-understanding, self-compassion, and connection to your own values, strengths, and wisdom. “Suffering is our call to attention, our call to investigate the truth of our beliefs.” - Tara Brach

You want to live a life where you can feel content, calm, and confident, equipped to navigate the challenges life inevitably presents. My expertise in CBT and mindfulness skills offers practical strategies to get from point A to B. As an IFS therapist, I also guide the deeper work entailed in helping you to understand and integrate your "parts”.

I have experience guiding people through their current “stuck” points, towards the life they want to live. If you’d like to learn more about my approach, please get in touch! Email or call to set up a complimentary meeting to see if my practice is the right fit for you.

Call or Email Erika Ristok now for a free 15 minute consultation - (365) 652-3242

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2421 Bristol Circle

Ste 100

Oakville, ON L6H

(365) 652-3242

I provide virtual sessions to individuals living across Ontario, as well as in-person sessions in the Oakville-Mississauga area.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem

$175 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

A safe, supportive, collaborative space for your growth and healing. Build self-compassion and connection to your strengths and wisdom.

Let's Connect (365) 652-3242

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2421 Bristol Circle

Ste 100

Oakville, ON L6H

(365) 652-3242

I provide virtual sessions to individuals living across Ontario, as well as in-person sessions in the Oakville-Mississauga area.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem

$175 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

A safe, supportive, collaborative space for your growth and healing. Build self-compassion and connection to your strengths and wisdom.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Social work services are covered by most insurance plans. Check with your insurance provider.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Social work services are covered by most insurance plans. Check with your insurance provider.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Erika Ristok
Degree/Diploma from Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine Naturopathic Doctor (Retired) / 1998
Attended Wilfrid Laurier University, MSW

I completed comprehensive training in Internal Family Systems through IFSCA. This treatment framework beautifully builds clients' self-acceptance, exploring the possibility, "what if there was nothing wrong with you, or me, or any of us?"

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem

Expertise

Body Positivity
Coping Skills
Grief
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Relationship Issues
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress

My holistic assessment session allows me to find out more about you and the challenges you are currently facing, as well as your "wider life" including relevant history and experiences. Together, we distill issues of concern, formulate therapy goals, and discuss the therapy framework(s) that will be best suited to supporting these goals. Most often, I draw from CBT, IFS and mindfulness strategies.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Endorsement

Danielle Pomeroy

Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW

Erika is incredibly compassionate, warm and genuine in all her interactions and client sessions. She has the ability to create a space in which clients can discuss and reflect on their hopes for change. Highly recommend Erika!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Applied Mindfulness Methods
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Trauma Focused

Those with no prior experience with CBT often find it helpful in understanding how thoughts, feelings and behaviours are linked, and benefit from the practical supports it provides for interrupting "stuck" cycles that can perpetuate anxiety and low mood. IFS helps to build awareness and understanding of your "parts", which can lead to resolution of deep-seated patterns that result in distress.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Location

Primary Location

2421 Bristol Circle

Ste 100

Oakville, ON L6H

(365) 652-3242

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Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

I provide virtual sessions to individuals living across Ontario, as well as in-person sessions in the Oakville-Mississauga area.

Call for a free consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

I provide virtual sessions to individuals living across Ontario, as well as in-person sessions in the Oakville-Mississauga area.

Call for a free consultation now - (365) 652-3242

Erika Ristok

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW