Existential Therapists in Caledonia, ON
Julianna Servello
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Caledonia, ON N3W (Online Only)
I exclusively offer online sessions through a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. Over the years, I’ve gained a strong understanding of what makes therapy effective, especially when it comes to the social and psychological aspects that can impact peoples lives. My work as a full-time Hospital Social Worker has given me hands-on experience, particularly in mental health care across different settings like geriatric rehabilitation, emergency medicine, and psychiatric care. My background in psychotherapy has sharpened my skills in both group and individual therapy, especially when it comes to helping kids and teens.
I exclusively offer online sessions through a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. Over the years, I’ve gained a strong understanding of what makes therapy effective, especially when it comes to the social and psychological aspects that can impact peoples lives. My work as a full-time Hospital Social Worker has given me hands-on experience, particularly in mental health care across different settings like geriatric rehabilitation, emergency medicine, and psychiatric care. My background in psychotherapy has sharpened my skills in both group and individual therapy, especially when it comes to helping kids and teens.
Lily Loretta Nell Burt
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Caledonia, ON N3W
Do you feel misunderstood or like you want to escape from painful memories, thoughts, and/or emotions? Do you feel stuck as though you are unable to move forward in life? Do you struggle with school, people-pleasing, relationship conflict, chronic illness, or feel emotionally disconnected? If any of this applies to you, please know that you are not alone. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and disappointed when life appears to be passing us by and we feel stuck or held back by our past experiences. Having a therapist who provides a trauma-informed and client centred approach is essential in these cases.
Do you feel misunderstood or like you want to escape from painful memories, thoughts, and/or emotions? Do you feel stuck as though you are unable to move forward in life? Do you struggle with school, people-pleasing, relationship conflict, chronic illness, or feel emotionally disconnected? If any of this applies to you, please know that you are not alone. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and disappointed when life appears to be passing us by and we feel stuck or held back by our past experiences. Having a therapist who provides a trauma-informed and client centred approach is essential in these cases.
We all go through difficulties in our lives, ranging from frustrating, distressing, to traumatic. Mental Health struggles can complicate our interaction with the world, causing problems in many parts of life, including socially, with family, in employment or legally. Getting some advice, coping techniques or in depth treatment can be helpful to provide relief to yourself and improve interactions with those around you.
We all go through difficulties in our lives, ranging from frustrating, distressing, to traumatic. Mental Health struggles can complicate our interaction with the world, causing problems in many parts of life, including socially, with family, in employment or legally. Getting some advice, coping techniques or in depth treatment can be helpful to provide relief to yourself and improve interactions with those around you.
Dr. WIEBE has been a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario since 2003. She has been providing counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and groups since her first graduate school internship in 1995. She has worked with a wide range of adults and adolescents in several settings, including university counselling centres, an inner city hospital, the youth justice system, as well as within the general community as a private practitioner. She graduated from York University in 1993 with a specialized honours degree in psychology, and completed her masters and doctoral degrees at the University of Toronto in 2001.
Dr. WIEBE has been a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario since 2003. She has been providing counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and groups since her first graduate school internship in 1995. She has worked with a wide range of adults and adolescents in several settings, including university counselling centres, an inner city hospital, the youth justice system, as well as within the general community as a private practitioner. She graduated from York University in 1993 with a specialized honours degree in psychology, and completed her masters and doctoral degrees at the University of Toronto in 2001.
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Jacqueline Sarah Robertson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, LMFT, RP, PATP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9B (Online Only)
My focus includes anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship challenges, women's issues and existential crises.
Change is within reach. Do you find yourself battling burnout, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling trapped or besieged by overwhelming emotions? If you're yearning for a shift in your life, CHANGE is possible. I specialize in guiding individuals through transformative journeys, helping them break free from limiting patterns and heal past wounds that hinder their path to fulfillment. In my therapy sessions, you'll find a safe haven—a space free of judgment and filled with compassion. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your being, unearth hidden truths, and cultivate new coping mechanisms. Your authentic self awaits you.
My focus includes anxiety, childhood trauma, relationship challenges, women's issues and existential crises.
Change is within reach. Do you find yourself battling burnout, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling trapped or besieged by overwhelming emotions? If you're yearning for a shift in your life, CHANGE is possible. I specialize in guiding individuals through transformative journeys, helping them break free from limiting patterns and heal past wounds that hinder their path to fulfillment. In my therapy sessions, you'll find a safe haven—a space free of judgment and filled with compassion. Together, we'll unravel the layers of your being, unearth hidden truths, and cultivate new coping mechanisms. Your authentic self awaits you.
I use an integrative approach to Psychotherapy: Psychodynamic--being more aware of the lost parts of ourselves, Existential--finding meaning in your life, Transpersonal--embracing your personal nature, and Somatic--becoming more in tune with our bodies.
"Sometimes when it feels that life is falling apart, it is actually falling into place". During our life's journey all of us experience times of loss, despair, and loneliness. During these occasions we are often unable to see the patterns we need to change. I have previously spent many years practicing as a nurse. I came to realize that healing the body was less meaningful if the mind is struggling with personal pain.
I use an integrative approach to Psychotherapy: Psychodynamic--being more aware of the lost parts of ourselves, Existential--finding meaning in your life, Transpersonal--embracing your personal nature, and Somatic--becoming more in tune with our bodies.
"Sometimes when it feels that life is falling apart, it is actually falling into place". During our life's journey all of us experience times of loss, despair, and loneliness. During these occasions we are often unable to see the patterns we need to change. I have previously spent many years practicing as a nurse. I came to realize that healing the body was less meaningful if the mind is struggling with personal pain.
Andrew Nussey, M.A. — Sustained, Profound Relief
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B (Online Only)
Look at yourself honestly and unflinchingly to the very bottom of your mind (Shihan Tsutomo Ohshima, Martial Arts Master). If you crave change, personal growth, and psychological maturity, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss: I have limited, select spots available in my caseload reserved for those serious about their ongoing, life-long growth. If you are willing and able to enter into a long-term therapeutic relationship, and if you are willing and able to commit to at least one appointment every week, I invite you to contact me. This is an important investment of time and financial resources. Are you ready for change?
Look at yourself honestly and unflinchingly to the very bottom of your mind (Shihan Tsutomo Ohshima, Martial Arts Master). If you crave change, personal growth, and psychological maturity, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss: I have limited, select spots available in my caseload reserved for those serious about their ongoing, life-long growth. If you are willing and able to enter into a long-term therapeutic relationship, and if you are willing and able to commit to at least one appointment every week, I invite you to contact me. This is an important investment of time and financial resources. Are you ready for change?
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress and burnout from years of avoiding your trauma? Do you feel overwhelmed by difficult emotions or people pleasing habits that are affecting your relationships, work or day-to-day life? Are you ready for change? I provide therapy to people who are ready to change dysfunctional patterns and heal the wounds that block them from living the life they want. I have extensive experience in anxiety, trauma and relationships. I have a special focus on working with those who have experienced dysfunctional childhoods or childhood trauma, and for those that work in helping professions.
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress and burnout from years of avoiding your trauma? Do you feel overwhelmed by difficult emotions or people pleasing habits that are affecting your relationships, work or day-to-day life? Are you ready for change? I provide therapy to people who are ready to change dysfunctional patterns and heal the wounds that block them from living the life they want. I have extensive experience in anxiety, trauma and relationships. I have a special focus on working with those who have experienced dysfunctional childhoods or childhood trauma, and for those that work in helping professions.
Hello! My name is Jim and I started Old Pine Counselling so that people who have been traditionally misunderstood in mental health spaces, can find a supportive and safe place to be seen, and to heal and grow. I specialize in working with people who are neurodivergent, trans and/or non-binary, queer (including kink/BDSM, non-monogamous, and asexual) and for survivors of religious or political trauma. My website is www.oldpine.ca and it has lots more information (and free resources and recommendations!)
Hello! My name is Jim and I started Old Pine Counselling so that people who have been traditionally misunderstood in mental health spaces, can find a supportive and safe place to be seen, and to heal and grow. I specialize in working with people who are neurodivergent, trans and/or non-binary, queer (including kink/BDSM, non-monogamous, and asexual) and for survivors of religious or political trauma. My website is www.oldpine.ca and it has lots more information (and free resources and recommendations!)
Grace Ann Steen
Registered Psychotherapist, HonBA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L0R (Online Only)
I believe in the healing power of relationships. I believe the most powerful relationship between client and therapist is based on honesty, openness and a willingness to grow - on both sides. For your convenience evening and weekend appointments are available from a secure and easy to use on-line platform.
I believe in the healing power of relationships. I believe the most powerful relationship between client and therapist is based on honesty, openness and a willingness to grow - on both sides. For your convenience evening and weekend appointments are available from a secure and easy to use on-line platform.
Remember the love, passion, and excitement your relationship brought you when you were first dating? Want to re-ignite the fire that made you fall deeply in love with your partner? Relationship Bootcamp is a 21 day, intensive program to help you and your partner better understand each other, and yourselves. By doing so, you can stop wasting time, effort and other resources doing what you think your partner wants, and redirect them to what your partner actually wants and needs. At the end of our 21 day relationship bootcamp, you will live the experience of smarter thriving connection with less effort.
Remember the love, passion, and excitement your relationship brought you when you were first dating? Want to re-ignite the fire that made you fall deeply in love with your partner? Relationship Bootcamp is a 21 day, intensive program to help you and your partner better understand each other, and yourselves. By doing so, you can stop wasting time, effort and other resources doing what you think your partner wants, and redirect them to what your partner actually wants and needs. At the end of our 21 day relationship bootcamp, you will live the experience of smarter thriving connection with less effort.
Online Therapists
Leo Tampacopoulos
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CRPO, MTS
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7N (Online Only)
Do you feel existential angst or anxiety? Has trauma interfered with your ability to function? Many of us need to explore the depths of our conscious and unconscious mind in order to uncover and try to resolve issues affecting your life. This will help you not only get insight on your past, but will help influence your present as you seek to end negative patterns in your life and foster personal growth and emotional healing. Explore unconscious patterns, relationship dynamics and try to gain emotional insight. I will work with you to increase your conscious awareness of things holding you back.
Do you feel existential angst or anxiety? Has trauma interfered with your ability to function? Many of us need to explore the depths of our conscious and unconscious mind in order to uncover and try to resolve issues affecting your life. This will help you not only get insight on your past, but will help influence your present as you seek to end negative patterns in your life and foster personal growth and emotional healing. Explore unconscious patterns, relationship dynamics and try to gain emotional insight. I will work with you to increase your conscious awareness of things holding you back.
Heather Antoni -Psychotherapist At Evans Family Counselling And Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8S
People deserve to feel heard and valued, especially when facing the storms of life, so I work to create a presence that honours this. I work from a person-centred, trauma-informed, existential framework, seeking to honour each persons own unique experiences related to their particular intersectionalities. Working also from a spiritually-integrated perspective allows me to explore with clients the impact of spiritual wellness, with interspiritual and intercultural sensitivity. If you are experiencing distress related to meaning, identity, and/or spirituality, you will find a non-judgmental presence in which to safely explore.
People deserve to feel heard and valued, especially when facing the storms of life, so I work to create a presence that honours this. I work from a person-centred, trauma-informed, existential framework, seeking to honour each persons own unique experiences related to their particular intersectionalities. Working also from a spiritually-integrated perspective allows me to explore with clients the impact of spiritual wellness, with interspiritual and intercultural sensitivity. If you are experiencing distress related to meaning, identity, and/or spirituality, you will find a non-judgmental presence in which to safely explore.
Mehdi 'aras' Nasrin
Registered Psychotherapist, RP , MACP, CHyp, PhD
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2B
I have studied Philosophy and Psychology and I extensively use philosophical and existential ideas and insights in my counselling.
I believe that we are all in a continuous process of identifying our internal resources, embracing our own creativity and mobilizing our psychic energy. My aim for therapy is to help my clients arrive at a personal, yet structured and novel, understanding of themselves, others and the world around them. I invite my clients to enrich their personal narratives and use their own unique abilities and skills. Each session is a collaborative attempt to elaborate on the client’s mental map. Each conversation is a mutual dialogue on how you could experience yourself differently.
I have studied Philosophy and Psychology and I extensively use philosophical and existential ideas and insights in my counselling.
I believe that we are all in a continuous process of identifying our internal resources, embracing our own creativity and mobilizing our psychic energy. My aim for therapy is to help my clients arrive at a personal, yet structured and novel, understanding of themselves, others and the world around them. I invite my clients to enrich their personal narratives and use their own unique abilities and skills. Each session is a collaborative attempt to elaborate on the client’s mental map. Each conversation is a mutual dialogue on how you could experience yourself differently.
Chrissy Gallo-Nizic
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M9A (Online Only)
Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and youth. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Relational, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and youth. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Relational, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
My work draws on the humanistic, existential and psychodynamic traditions of Western psychology, and is grounded in the wisdom of Eastern philosophies, somatic work, mindfulness and meditation.
Suffering is an inherent part of the human experience. In the course of a lifetime, crises happen, unpredictable challenges arise, and in response we develop habit patterns that are often protective but also inhibit our growth and freedom. Therapy will help clear the path so that you can see a way forward. I walk that path with you and provide a container for self-exploration and inquiry. I work with mood disturbances, trauma, attachment issues, self-esteem, and spiritual emergence. Depth therapy is a journey that will take you into yourself and lead you back to yourself while being witnessed by a safe, compassionate presence.
My work draws on the humanistic, existential and psychodynamic traditions of Western psychology, and is grounded in the wisdom of Eastern philosophies, somatic work, mindfulness and meditation.
Suffering is an inherent part of the human experience. In the course of a lifetime, crises happen, unpredictable challenges arise, and in response we develop habit patterns that are often protective but also inhibit our growth and freedom. Therapy will help clear the path so that you can see a way forward. I walk that path with you and provide a container for self-exploration and inquiry. I work with mood disturbances, trauma, attachment issues, self-esteem, and spiritual emergence. Depth therapy is a journey that will take you into yourself and lead you back to yourself while being witnessed by a safe, compassionate presence.
We’ll create a plan based on your needs and input, and I’ll use various methods such as metacognitive, jungian, and existential therapies.
Experiencing a bipolar or psychotic episode is often disorienting and frightening. Racing thoughts, intense emotions, and confusion over reality can leave you feeling lost and vulnerable. You’re not sure how to cope or go about your day. You may not even know where to go from here. The aftermath of an episode or inpatient treatment can be just as challenging as the onset of symptoms. It feels overwhelming grappling with uncertainty, shame, and trying to rebuild your sense of self and daily life. When all of this is combined with anxiety, depression, or addiction, it’s not uncommon to feel at a loss for how to get through the day.
We’ll create a plan based on your needs and input, and I’ll use various methods such as metacognitive, jungian, and existential therapies.
Experiencing a bipolar or psychotic episode is often disorienting and frightening. Racing thoughts, intense emotions, and confusion over reality can leave you feeling lost and vulnerable. You’re not sure how to cope or go about your day. You may not even know where to go from here. The aftermath of an episode or inpatient treatment can be just as challenging as the onset of symptoms. It feels overwhelming grappling with uncertainty, shame, and trying to rebuild your sense of self and daily life. When all of this is combined with anxiety, depression, or addiction, it’s not uncommon to feel at a loss for how to get through the day.
Ariana N. Zeppieri-Makhan
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5G
My clients have often lived through grief, complex trauma, existential transitions, anxiety/depression, and identity challenges.
Are you working through challenges, or seeking growth? Have your tried methods not been especially true? You may not have a coherent formulation of what you seek (especially for those new to therapy); part of my job is to help you reach those insights and feel hope or excitement for the change to come. If you're reticent, I welcome you to a commitment-free chat to get a better sense of the process. If you're ready and want to make a change, now is the time. My door is always open.
My clients have often lived through grief, complex trauma, existential transitions, anxiety/depression, and identity challenges.
Are you working through challenges, or seeking growth? Have your tried methods not been especially true? You may not have a coherent formulation of what you seek (especially for those new to therapy); part of my job is to help you reach those insights and feel hope or excitement for the change to come. If you're reticent, I welcome you to a commitment-free chat to get a better sense of the process. If you're ready and want to make a change, now is the time. My door is always open.
Reuben Howlett - Restful Healing Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MAPSYC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Saint Catharines, ON L2R (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! I am well renowned for working with relationship issues (using attachment theory) with individuals and couples, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety). I have robust expertise in treating concerns surrounding sleep/insomnia. Beyond that I treat struggles of self-esteem/self-worth, existential questions, burnout, life transitions, and other concerns. I also have lengthy career experience working therapeutically with grief and loss, as well as caregiver burnout. Yes that's a lot, but I just thinking helping people to heal is very neat, and so I studied and have learned much.
Accepting New Clients! I am well renowned for working with relationship issues (using attachment theory) with individuals and couples, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety). I have robust expertise in treating concerns surrounding sleep/insomnia. Beyond that I treat struggles of self-esteem/self-worth, existential questions, burnout, life transitions, and other concerns. I also have lengthy career experience working therapeutically with grief and loss, as well as caregiver burnout. Yes that's a lot, but I just thinking helping people to heal is very neat, and so I studied and have learned much.
Amreen Saini
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R
My expertise lies in developing a strong self-concept, managing relationships , overcoming stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as working through existential crises - from finding your purpose to dealing with grief to exercising your freedom.
Living life to the fullest potential is a choice we make each day. But sometimes, this decision is difficult to honour. You may have found yourself in a tricky situation where you must adopt a new perspective. You could be facing an unprecedented circumstance that demands your growth. Or you could simply be struggling to find meaning in your day-to-day experiences. In these moments, a reminder may be all that you need.
My expertise lies in developing a strong self-concept, managing relationships , overcoming stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as working through existential crises - from finding your purpose to dealing with grief to exercising your freedom.
Living life to the fullest potential is a choice we make each day. But sometimes, this decision is difficult to honour. You may have found yourself in a tricky situation where you must adopt a new perspective. You could be facing an unprecedented circumstance that demands your growth. Or you could simply be struggling to find meaning in your day-to-day experiences. In these moments, a reminder may be all that you need.
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Existential Counsellors
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioural therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.