Female Therapists in Almonte, ON

Whether you want to work in a short-term way, finding practical solutions to problems you face, or in a more open-ended way, exploring and resolving core issues, I bring a warm and gentle presence and listen deeply to what you bring. I have worked as a therapist for over 25 years helping clients address a wide range of issues including relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, depression, early trauma and loss. My role often involves encouraging clients by acknowledging the wisdom and resources they already possess and by noticing and supporting new changes as they emerge.

I invite you to be curious. To explore. To discover. To remember. To be courageous. To find strength in vulnerability. To use that vulnerability to foster intimacy and connection with those who you love and have yet to love. Mostly, I invite you to allow. To allow yourself to heal. To connect with you. To love you. And to become who you were always meant to be (and have always been). I invite you to experience the profound healing that occurs when we enter the depths, approaching our darkness so that we may discover our light. I invite you to expand in consciousness. To shed the false narratives and stories that you once needed.

Life isn't going as planned? Having difficulties connecting with your partner, or being able to relate to your children? Perhaps you're feeling isolated, alone, or lost, possibly out of control. These are all signals that life is currently not in balance. If you're finding that your current day to day is not what you had hoped, not what you intend it to be then I commend you for looking for a resource that can help you get back on track.

I work with individuals who want to feel better - whether you are suffering from the effects of trauma, childhood abuse, neglect, mental health issues, depression, anxiety, or you're just not feeling like yourself anymore. Sometimes a new challenge can trigger old wounds and suddenly life seems overwhelming. Together, we can explore where things may have gone off course to equip you with the insight, skills, and motivation to move forward. My approach is eclectic, using body-based interventions that are safe and proven effective. My belief is that every person has the capacity to heal; No one is broken, and everything is possible.

Welcome to Somatic Psychotherapy. Join me for an experience of relaxation and healing. If you have tried talk therapy and are still feeling stuck, this trauma-informed approach might be what you’re seeking. Our bodies can hold on to past stress, injuries, pain, emotions and trauma. This can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and other health issues. I believe that you know what is best for you - I will be here to provide guidance and together we will uncover what is getting in the way of living the life you were meant to - a life of joy and possibility.

Not sure where to turn but know that you need help? I am ready to provide ongoing support through a holistic and collaborative approach for any and all of life's challenges. I want you to know that their is help available for you to move forward and reconnect to your life again. I have a great deal of experience with children, youth, and adults in many different areas including depression, anxiety, stress management, self-esteem and emotion regulation and I know that together we can achieve your goals.

At JNM Wellness, we offer compassionate and supportive counselling services to individuals and couples looking to address any of life's many challenges. My own approach is based primarily in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and is always client-directed. I am a firm believer that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to provide the guidance and support to help you unpack the past, work with the present, and find your way onto your desired path for the future. With a focus on strengths, goal setting, and psychoeducation, I aim to empower my clients to overcome their challenges and achieve their full potential.

My intention is to bring a sense of humanity and comfort to therapy, creating an environment founded on non-judgement, empathy, openness, compassion, and humour. I believe that therapeutic progress is best achieved collaboratively, working together to determine realistic goals that incorporate your own worldview and beliefs. I favour an integrative approach to psychotherapy, pulling elements from cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychodynamic approaches. My approach is always client-directed, as my belief in the collaborative nature of therapy is deeply rooted in my stance towards care.

My purpose: "Getting you back on an even keel!" I provide counselling plus other health services to those who struggle with health problems complicated by mental health and or substance-related disorders. Whether you are looking for yourself or you are a health care provider looking to better help your clients, I have something for you. Some of my clients are people who are frustrated with the fragmented approach to concurrent disorders while others are people who are struggling but "not sick enough" to fit admission's criteria to the publicly funded services they seek. More at https://evenkeelhealth.ca/about-even-keel-health/

The decision to access counselling is a personal one. Whether you've been to a counsellor before, or you are just starting to explore the options, thank you. Not just for reading this - but for taking the time to look into what is available and what may be right for you. People generally come to therapy for a reason, such as a specific event that they would like to discuss, or to work through uncomfortable emotions. Together, we can prioritize goals, explore and work through issues, develop new coping strategies, and create a plan to determine next steps.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP). I have been studying psychology for over 10 years and I have earned my Master's of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP). My passion is to empower others. I recognize the strength that it takes to seek support and I strive to create a trusting, judgement-free relationship with my clients.

Tired of yelling at home? Experiencing challenging behaviour with your kids? Or maybe you're just tired of feeling down, anxious, or stressed and don't know what to do or where to go next. Single, married, with kids or without- there's no question that life's challenges can feel overwhelming. At LightHouse, we work with children, teens, adults, families and couples. You don't have to go through this alone. We are here to help.