Therapists in M6S

If you struggle with your self-esteem, inner critics, trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression and/or relationship challenges, then I would love to connect with you to see if I can support you. Life has really challenging times, and finding the right support can help you navigate them so that you can feel grounded, safe and confident that you can get through. Therapy is about finding the right fit for you, and can be absolutely life-changing. I love to describe therapy as that safe place to explore and heal, where you can show up just as you are and feel seen & heard. I am so grateful to have entered my 20th year as a therapist.

Welcome! I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Psychotherapist. I consider it a privilege to come alongside individuals, couples and families at times of stress and transition, providing a safe and respectful space in which to explore change. Having been through a few of life's transitions myself, I bring care, compassion and respect to my work, recognizing that it takes courage to seek help. I am equipped with many types of therapy, and draw on them all as they relate to client's struggles. We will collaboratively identify themes which may be blocking forward movement, finding strategies for change.

Hello, I’m a Registered Social Worker (MSW) and Psychotherapist working virtually with clients in Ontario. I provide a safe and caring space to explore the struggles you are facing and guide you towards understanding, healing and overall balance in life. I work from an integrated, holistic approach. This means therapy is collaborative - you already have many strengths and inner wisdom; I shed light and guide you to identify how thought patterns, reactivity and perhaps old wounds keep you stuck. Through evidence-based, mind-body and spiritual approaches we work together so you can start to live with more balance, clarity and joy.

Too often, we suffer alone with stress, anxiety, strained relationships, compulsive behaviour, depression, loneliness and a host of other issues. While it can be so easy to feel isolated with these problems, talking to an objective, trained, support person can build hope and create a path towards improvement. I integrate therapeutic modalities in my work; I prioritize a strong client-therapist relationship, focus on client goals and offer a variety of practical resources, tools and techniques.

Sometimes life can feel loud, overwhelming, and messy, and we can start to feel a little stuck. Whether you're feeling stressed, looking for a change, want to learn more about yourself, or just need some support during a challenging time, I would consider it a privilege to join you on this leg of your journey. My approach is collaborative, empathetic, strengths-based, solution-focused, and tailored to meet your specific goals. I work within an integrative and holistic framework which is individualized to help you find the solutions or answers you seek.

I have always been a big advocate of jumping into action and finding ways to address problems through concrete, focused strategies. I also honour the important need to foster compassion, validation and understanding as a foundation with my clients before this occurs. I am available to help adults presenting with a broad array of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, relationships and life purpose. I also have a specialized focus of helping clients with chronic pain, chronic illness and disability. I am honoured to take part in the change process with anyone who is open to doing deep personal work.

I work from an anti-oppressive, trauma informed, client centered perspective. In other words I respect the perspectives, goals and needs of my clients who are seeking support to understand themselves and others. As a therapist I become your ally in search of your truth and understanding of yourself, the world and others around you. I believe that working with a therapist can be helpful in sorting out your feeling and thoughts to face your challenges in life and become the best version of yourself. I aim to offer a non-judgmental and open conversation so you can find the way to build awareness and making changes in your life.

If you are ready to dive into your healing journey - to understand the patterns and where, why and how you are stuck, and how to get unstuck - then I might be the therapist for you. My approach is different - I offer longer therapy sessions (often 90 minute sessions) so that we can get to the deep healing work that is often required for you to make the shifts that you want for yourself. We go at the pace you need but with longer sessions we tend to get there more quickly, allowing you to get on with your life in the ways that align with your values, goals and vision for yourself.

Our team of registered therapists provide in-person & online services to children, youth, adults, couples & families. Our clients identify with struggles with anxiety, depression, existential intensity, high sensitivity, emotional/self-regulation and feeling misunderstood. We use a relationship first approach and recognize how genetics, experiences, social systems, & environment shape each unique individual. We support clients in the moment, & help them to support themselves in the long-term. We are a safe space for those identifying as LGBTQIA+

Hello! I'm Dragana, an experienced psychotherapist who believes in creating a safe space for my clients to reflect on life's challenges, be honest about what they are going through, and slow down to connect with their innermost feelings and needs. I support individuals coping with trauma, grief, anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, self-judgment and low self-esteem, and life transitions (job changes, moves, breakups, pregnancy, etc.). Whatever brings you here, we can work together to move you towards change, greater insight and healing. We will talk about different parts of your life to set focused goals and areas for growth.

Hello, I'm Holly (She/They). I'm glad that you found your way here. I provide individual counselling, clinical supervision and consultation in-person in Nanaimo, BC, and virtually across Canada. I have experience supporting survivors of gender-based violence, childhood relational trauma, and folks experiencing mental health changes in the postpartum period. The modalities in which I have received training include Narrative therapy, Expressive Arts therapy, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (Level 1).

While the specific reasons people seek therapy vary, we come to the work because we recognize that some psychic and emotional pain is preventing us from living our most dynamic and meaningful lives. Therapy is a process of inner work that allows us to work through those barriers. In a supportive, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship we can begin to encounter the unknown and disavowed aspects of ourselves and in doing so learn from these parts of ourselves, heal and integrate, and transform our relationship to ourselves and others.

My work as a clinical psychologist has given me the opportunity to meet some amazing, courageous people. It's very hard to acknowledge that we may need to face and address painful issues in order to move forward in our lives. I work with adults (18+) who are interested in dealing with challenges ranging from anxiety and depression to Post Traumatic Stress disorder and addictions. My chief joy as a psychologist is to collaborate with my patients and assist them to make real and lasting changes in how they live their lives. Life is not easy, but feeling strong and whole helps us deal with the demands we may encounter.

I provide adults with a safe, non-judgemental space for improving emotional and mental well-being and creating satisfying personal relationships. My intention is to make a space for you where you feel at ease to speak about anything that is on your mind.

Males young and old experience anxiety, depression, trauma and other mood issues, though are less likely to seek help. ADHD and LD’s disproportionately affect males, disrupting their goals and relationships. Young males must navigate contradictory messages about what it means to be a man while managing their own emotional health. These issues tend to be at their worst during transitional life stages, such as changing schools, entering the workforce, middle life, and in new relationships.

I am a clinical psychologist at Golden Sun Wellness & Counselling. Our clinic works with a range of issues, from daily worries and temporary life stressors to disabling psychiatric disorders. My training and experience in counselling and clinical psychology allows me to navigate these problems and help us find the best approach for your particular situation. I can help you figure out what might be wrong; learn how to think more clearly when it matters the most; how to get along with your feelings and emotions; and how to build new habits, keep them, and take effective action to achieve your goals and live your values.

I work with adults, seniors, and teens who are wanting to explore aspects of their identity, mental health challenges, difficult experiences, adjustment to changes or transitions, or how to find more joy and connection. I also have experience supporting pregnant people and their families through complicated pregnancy, birthing, and postpartum experiences, and supporting healthcare workers with stress and burnout. The theoretical framework I use is eclectic. It draws from expressive arts, relational, cognitive behaviour, and psychodynamic therapy, and attachment, mindfulness, polyvagal, trauma-informed, and somatic theory.

Whether you’re returning to therapy or starting for the first time, let's figure out what you might need right now. We will give time and space to a process of exploration, so we can deepen your awareness of 'who you are' and ‘how you are’ in this world. This is hard work, and often uncomfortable. Yet it's the work of self-discovery that gives you more choice and the flexibility to change.

I am a Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychologist based in Toronto, Ontario. I work with children and youth (0-19) from diverse communities with a range of issues. I practice from an integrative, family-centered and trauma-informed framework, that is culturally sensitive and honours the strengths and wisdom of each child and family. I try to meet children/youth where they are and help them to feel empowered with the skills and tools to blossom into their fullest beings. I specialize in providing mindfulness-based therapy, with a longstanding personal meditation and yoga practice, and training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.

When you dreamed about getting pregnant and having kids, you hoped it would be an easy process. You’d conceive quickly, have a healthy baby, your body would work as you expected, you’d feel in control of the birth process. You expected that parenting would feel intuitive, you would know what to do to meet your child’s needs, the act of parenting would bring you and your partner closer. The reality is that conception, birth and parenting can be full of regret, disappointment, and confusion. Unmet expectations around conception, birth and parenting can leave you feeling disconnected, full of grief and carrying a heavy load.

I have observed that the patients I care for struggle with the very things that make us human, namely difficult thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and the inner conflict and distress these create. Ultimately we want to feel free to be ourselves, fulfilled in our relationships, capable to meet life's challenges, satisfied with meaningful and purposeful lives. The path forward for many people includes a deep acceptance, not necessarily agreement, of the barriers interfering with life satisfaction, disempowering them and then generating space for creatively responding to them. Welcoming to all communities, nationalities and traditions.

I have extensive experience practicing clinical psychology with teens, adults and couples. When patients are open to examining the issues in their experience of unhappiness and worry - a positive outcome is within sight. The first step is to recognize the issues by name and begin exploring them. It requires openness and a non-judgemental attitude of curiosity. It means being kind, patient and compassionate towards one's self as the difficult issues are discussed. It also entails trusting the therapist as a fellow traveller in the process as one who is able to help clarify the emotional terrain and work towards a solution.

Overwhelmed. Burnt out. Disconnected. You struggle to set and hold healthy boundaries. You feel you have to earn your worth by doing for others. You hold yourself to incredibly high standards and find it difficult to treat yourself with grace and trust. Exploring the therapy process and reaching out for a space where you put your own needs first is incredibly challenging, and I congratulate you. Talk therapy is designed to support you in deepening your relationship with yourself in a safe and non-judgmental environment. The therapy journey will explore your patterns, your values, and your tools for navigating challenging seasons.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by a difficult situation in your life? You don't feel like your usual self, or may be going through change or loss that has impacted you in unexpected ways. I’m a trauma specialist focusing on depression, anxiety, grief, and relationships to self and others. I will help you change your negative thinking and let go of limiting beliefs about yourself. You'll begin to understand the connections between your thoughts, emotions, and actions, and be supported to live life fully, aligned to your highest values. You may be searching for meaning and purpose or wanting to feel more satisfied in your relationships.