Women's Issues Therapists in H9S
Kelly Ann Cartwright
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pointe-Claire, QC H9S
Waitlist for new clients
From the first phone contact and the moment you walk through the office (or virtual) door, you will be welcomed with a listening ear, a caring heart, a down-to-earth style, and active coping support. Coming from a place of lived experience and employing a neurodiversity-affirming and LGTBTQ-affirming approach, my intention is that you will feel safe, seen and celebrated in the unique aspects of identity that make you You. I will support you as you process your thoughts and feelings, develop new insight and explore new skills to restore your sense of calm, bring peace of mind, and foster greater well-being in your daily life.
From the first phone contact and the moment you walk through the office (or virtual) door, you will be welcomed with a listening ear, a caring heart, a down-to-earth style, and active coping support. Coming from a place of lived experience and employing a neurodiversity-affirming and LGTBTQ-affirming approach, my intention is that you will feel safe, seen and celebrated in the unique aspects of identity that make you You. I will support you as you process your thoughts and feelings, develop new insight and explore new skills to restore your sense of calm, bring peace of mind, and foster greater well-being in your daily life.
Kelly Angelis
Registered Social Worker, SCC, BSW, PSW, MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pointe-Claire, QC H9S
Accepting new clients for the Fall of 2024. Are you struggling to connect with those around you? Perhaps feeling overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted? In our work together, I will provide a supportive and empathetic space where we can explore the underlying factors contributing to your difficulty finding joy, connecting with others, and managing emotional overwhelm. Together, we'll work on developing coping strategies, identifying and addressing underlying issues, and fostering a deeper understanding of yourself. My style can be described as relaxed, intuitive and compassionate.
Accepting new clients for the Fall of 2024. Are you struggling to connect with those around you? Perhaps feeling overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted? In our work together, I will provide a supportive and empathetic space where we can explore the underlying factors contributing to your difficulty finding joy, connecting with others, and managing emotional overwhelm. Together, we'll work on developing coping strategies, identifying and addressing underlying issues, and fostering a deeper understanding of yourself. My style can be described as relaxed, intuitive and compassionate.
I also speak French. Children, youth, adults, elders.. if there’s a need to address issues or find solutions to problems, we can do it one day at the time. according to your own pace and needs. I also offer couple and family therapy.
I also speak French. Children, youth, adults, elders.. if there’s a need to address issues or find solutions to problems, we can do it one day at the time. according to your own pace and needs. I also offer couple and family therapy.
Melissa Simard
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Pointe-Claire, QC H9S
Not accepting new clients
Have you noticed changes in your mood? Are you struggling with anxiety or feeling overwhelmed? Are you facing an important challenge? Having difficulties managing stress, school, or work? Do you have questions about everyday parenting challenges or are struggling? I believe that self-understanding, progress, and change flourishes best within an open, collaborative, and safe non-judgmental space. I will work alongside you to identify your needs, what changes you want to work towards, and in developing new ways of addressing life's difficulties and unhook from difficult internal experiences.
Have you noticed changes in your mood? Are you struggling with anxiety or feeling overwhelmed? Are you facing an important challenge? Having difficulties managing stress, school, or work? Do you have questions about everyday parenting challenges or are struggling? I believe that self-understanding, progress, and change flourishes best within an open, collaborative, and safe non-judgmental space. I will work alongside you to identify your needs, what changes you want to work towards, and in developing new ways of addressing life's difficulties and unhook from difficult internal experiences.
Darcie Largan
Registered Social Worker, MSW, PSW, CFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pointe-Claire, QC H9S
Not accepting new clients
Currently on Parental Leave - I work with individuals, couples and families who are looking to make meaningful changes to their lives. I believe that you have the capacity to grow, to heal from whatever may be holding you back, and to connect with your happiest self.
Currently on Parental Leave - I work with individuals, couples and families who are looking to make meaningful changes to their lives. I believe that you have the capacity to grow, to heal from whatever may be holding you back, and to connect with your happiest self.
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Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.