Gottman Method Therapists in Brantford, ON

Maggie (Malgorzata) Lulkiewicz-Brooker MSW, RSW, offering counselling, psychotherapy and workshops. I bring 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families and young adults - specializing in improving mental health and well-being. I have extensive experience supporting clients through obstacles in life, including addiction, trauma, grief, family abuse, anxiety and childhood experiences. I am motivated to continue educating myself in treatments to help my clients to meet their full potential. My services are covered by most insurance and benefit plans.

Evening and weekend appointments available- If you are looking for a caring, supportive and insightful therapist that will guide you to noticeable change and growth, you have found the right therapist! Amanda has over 15 years of extensive experience providing therapy to children (10+), teens and adults for trauma, relationships (including couples counselling), attachment, addiction, anxiety, depression and grief. Amanda’s wealth of knowledge is supplemented by her warm and down-to-earth presence that quickly puts her clients at ease.

My counselling style is strengths-focused and client-centered. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Informed Therapy, Gottman Method, Narrative, ACT, Solution Focused Therapy, and incorporate Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy principles (MBCT). I focus on addressing present life challenges while integrating past experiences. My services are suitable for individuals, couples, and families that are feeling overwhelmed by their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. Reduced Fee for Service available with the Psychotherapy Intern.

Are you experiencing emotional disconnection in your relationship(s)? Have you experienced a traumatic of distressing event? Are you having trouble sleeping, staying focused, or feeling hopeless and helpless? Do you wonder if life and/or your relationship should feel more meaningful or fulfilling? Now more than ever, people are feeling uncertain about how to balance all of life's demands. Not addressing these struggles can lead to negative consequences or even physiological issues. I believe there is hope. I offer direct but compassionate individual & couples psychotherapy through a trauma informed lens.

Mood regulation, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief, life transitions are all things that weigh on us. As a private clinician, I make it my goal to help my clients find their inner strength to overcome those challenges that life throws at them and offer them hope in living their life the way they see fit. Adopting approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS and the Gottman Method I hope to assist clients in breaking down barriers and delve into the challenges that are preventing them from moving forward.

You are looking at this profile and that means you have taken the first step. You want help. The next step is to find a therapist that you feel comfortable with. Let me tell you a little bit about myself so you can decide if I would be a good fit. I have been a social worker for 23 years. I have worked in hospitals, private practice, long-term care homes, and rehab facilities across Ontario. I work from a place of non-judgement. I like to say if they had a meeting for functional families, no one would be there including me. Anxiety, depression, couples counselling, and work place stress are my specialties.

You are the expert in you, I’m here to help you explore yourself deeper - maybe to make connections you have not been able to. Clients from ages 12 to 100 will find space with me which is collaborative, individualized, nonjudgmental, and genuine. I work with individuals who may be struggling with mental health issues, relationships, trauma, etc., couples/relationships in need of repair, who want to ensure they are planning a healthy future together, who may be struggling to reconnect, or who want to ensure longevity for the relationship. If you are looking for only a few sessions or a longer-term connection, I can accommodate.

You thought you were at the stage of life where you could slow down & start doing the things YOU want; the kids are independent, your income is stable & you're ready to figure out who you are again. Then, one day you woke up and your mind & body weren't your own. You started to notice brain fog, low mood and tears coming out of nowhere, not to mention the changes to your body. Welcome to menopause: just wait it out, they said. So here you are, day after day, in a body you don't recognize, with feelings that aren't typical for you, searching for that second act joy you thought was in your pocket. It's time for relief & time for you.

With almost 20 years' experience in working with a variety of clients and issues, I have learned that it is most important to provide a space in which clients can feel safe and able to reflect upon and evaluate their circumstances. I will work with you to determine the best treatment approach and together we will walk toward understanding and healing. I have found deep joy in walking with clients through the struggles of life.

Have you ever wished you could be fully present with your loved ones? Maybe even were curious about what life would be like if you were able to reduce the feeling of being overwhelmed. Perhaps you have experienced trauma that has shaped your core beliefs which has led to difficulties and challenges in your interpersonal relationships. I am a client-focused therapist that will meet you where you are at and walk with you, your children, your relationship or your family to help you better understand your thoughts, emotions and how surviving adversity can impact your well-being.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Do you feel like you have lost control? Do you feel stressed? Do you find you are sometimes moody and agitated but don’t know why? Are you feeling lost or disconnected? Have you had a recent change in your life that feels overwhelming? Are you suffering from sleep disturbances? I can help.

The beauty of being human is that we are always evolving. Sometimes we can navigate through the challenges that life can pose on our own, and other times we may need a little extra support. Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and down about how to manage these challenges. That’s where I can assist, my name is Rachel, I am a Registered Social Worker with over 13 years of experience working with families, adolescents, couples, adults and seniors. I have a passion in helping others find the strength and wisdom within themselves, to make positive changes in order to live their best possible life.

You may be here because you've tried therapy before and it didn't work. You may be experiencing life-altering situations or an identity crisis. Do you struggle with trauma, identity, or have neurodivergence (ADHD, ASD)? Are you looking for a safe and affirming space to explore your self and your a different kind of life? I'm here to help you feel understood, find your place, and improve your mental health. I offer gender-affirming, sex-positive therapy to help you navigate these struggles. No therapist can solve your problems, and I don't assume I can either. But I can offer you a safe space to explore your self free of judgement.

If you want to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships so you can authentically express your needs and feel connected to yourself and others, you have found the right therapist! Feeling disconnected causes uncertainty and doubt, however you do not have to sit in these distressing feelings alone. In our work together, you will discover what is most valuable and important to you at your core, so you can move forward with confidence, clarity and certainty. This is truly transformational work, and you will continue to reap the benefits throughout your life and in all of your relationships.

Established in 1983, Guthrie and Associates has served many thousands of couples, families and individuals like you. We were the first private counselling clinic to practice in Brantford. Building a strong reputation over the past thirty-eight years, we are a recognized place in the community and receive referrals from many professionals, including doctors, lawyers, social workers and clergy. Our skilled team of counsellors include both Clinical Social Workers and a Registered Psychotherapist. Whatever issue, challenge or hurdle you may be facing, our team of caring and competent counsellors are here for you in your time of need.

I have over 15 years of specialized and certified experience, with a focus on adult and child autism/adhd, hormonal changes, athletic, executive career coaching, inner child wounds, attachment injury, hoarding, grief, anxiety, depression, soul/intuitive and trauma. I am passionate supporting women, including busy moms who want their identity and holistic connection to their world. One size does not fit all; thus, I am unique because I utilize integrative, somatic, EMDR, cognitive, behavioural, emotional and neurofeedback! Let’s align mind, body and soul, using neuroscience to create new neural pathways and regulate nervous systems!

At Mindful Path Counselling we offer a wide range of services including; individual, couples/relationship(s), marriage, child/youth, family, and group counselling. In addition, we offer a wide range of alternative wellness services including; reiki/energy healing/ infrared light therapy, hypnotherapy, life coaching, art therapy, ecotherapy, walk-n-talk therapy, and animal-assisted therapy. We work with people aged 5 years and up from all backgrounds. We are also under the supervision of a psychologist for psychology billing needs.

Welcome! I demonstrate a deep commitment to my clients by developing an individualized treatment plan that considers their unique needs, experiences, goals and cultures. I take a person-centered, evidence-based, and integrative approach. Some therapies I use include CBT, ACT, IFS, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Gottman Couples Therapy, Mindfulness, and many more! I have helped clients who struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, women’s health, perinatal/postpartum, burnout, relationships, sports performance, etc.

You have been struggling with overwhelm and stress. The relentless pressures of living in today’s world leave you feeling anxious and you’re finding it hard to enjoy things that used to make you happy. I can help! I will be your partner in managing the anxiety, stress and low moods so you can experience clarity, feel less overwhelmed and actually get back to enjoying life. Looking for help can be a challenge, being here means you are ready.

Are you in need of couples therapy? Is infidelity, communication, trauma, unresolved conflict, or unmet needs affecting your life and relationships? Then let us talk in a safe environment how to de-escalate emotions, manage conflict constructively, enhance romance and intimacy, or attain an amicable solution. Or, are you in need of individual therapy? Is loneliness, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, stress, grief/loss or other mental health issues getting in the way of your happiness? You can learn how to manage stress, regulate your emotions, channel your energy in a positive way, and have better relationships.

We all hit a bump in the road from time to time and perhaps you've hit that bump. You might find yourself experiencing increased levels of stress or finding yourself constantly overthinking. Maybe your relationship is feeling strained; leaving you feeling alone, exhausted, and confused. Perhaps you have been interacting with your partner through overly intense or minimized emotions, triggered to react rather than stimulated to respond, stuck in what feels like a never-ending cycle of suffering and conflict. Maybe you have been feeling strongly conflicted, like different parts of yourself want different things or opposing beliefs.

We offer IN-PERSON and video/telephone appointments and have evening and weekend availability. The Clinicians at Great Lakes engage in continuing competence activities and offer strength-based, person-centered, trauma informed, solution focused, culturally aware, non-judgmental and anti-oppressive counselling to individuals, groups, children, youth, couples and families. All Clinicians are registered and are trained in various types of counselling modalities. The Clinician's hold additional certificates in mental health and addiction, trauma and attachment, and suicide intervention.

Hi there. Looking for the right fit for a therapist may feel a bit overwhelming. I invite you to take a moment to inhale deeply and slowly exhale, releasing tension as you do. Imagine... a space where you can go to share what needs to be heard. feel your way through complex emotions, process the blocks that hold you back and learn healthy ways of coping. Here, you will be supported as you lean into yourself. " Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it." -Rumi

Cornerstone's caring professionals approach therapy as an equal partnership between client and counsellor. We help our clients to regain hope, drop the struggle with difficult emotions, and take positive steps toward a more rich, full and meaningful life. Online booking is available for your convenience. To help meet your insurance needs, we have both Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers (MSW/RSW) available. Our clients include First Nations people, Veterans, and those in the Canadian Armed Forces. In addition to traditional talk therapy, we also offer EMDR and brainspotting.