Online Counselling for Collingwood
The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RSW, MA
Verified Verified
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
Sheilagh O'Sullivan
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CHyp
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
Mark Twain noted "The two most important days in your life are the day you were born, and the day you find out why". Are you feeling lost, and unsure? Do you want to find your purpose in this life? Do you dream of a life in which you are confident to be, and share your authentic self? It is possible. Receiving compassionate, thoughtful, creative support will allow you to transform your dream life into your real life. A life that is filled with peace, meaning and inner resolve. You know what you desire, and I am able to provide you with unique, and interesting approaches to help you unleash your inner wisdom, power, and creativity.
Mark Twain noted "The two most important days in your life are the day you were born, and the day you find out why". Are you feeling lost, and unsure? Do you want to find your purpose in this life? Do you dream of a life in which you are confident to be, and share your authentic self? It is possible. Receiving compassionate, thoughtful, creative support will allow you to transform your dream life into your real life. A life that is filled with peace, meaning and inner resolve. You know what you desire, and I am able to provide you with unique, and interesting approaches to help you unleash your inner wisdom, power, and creativity.
Cambrian Counselling and Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y
Here at CCW, we don't just focus on a singular aspect; we embrace your entire world—the relationship with yourself, family, friends, work, and the broader context of society shaping your experiences. Our approach involves immersing ourselves in your reality, understanding, and supporting you every step of the way. You're never alone in this journey. We understand that the cornerstone of successful therapy is the connection between the client and therapist. At CCW, nurturing this bond is paramount; we deeply value and honour the relationship we build with you, ensuring it's founded on respect and compassion.
Here at CCW, we don't just focus on a singular aspect; we embrace your entire world—the relationship with yourself, family, friends, work, and the broader context of society shaping your experiences. Our approach involves immersing ourselves in your reality, understanding, and supporting you every step of the way. You're never alone in this journey. We understand that the cornerstone of successful therapy is the connection between the client and therapist. At CCW, nurturing this bond is paramount; we deeply value and honour the relationship we build with you, ensuring it's founded on respect and compassion.
Evolve+Shift Therapy - Michelle Williams, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
I am aware of how social and structural systems affect our mood, capacity, self-esteem, and emotional and physical well-being. My approach is one of deep engagement and inclusion; I acknowledge differences in order to understand the complex challenges of navigating a world that can often be dehumanizing. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, workplace stress, intrusive thoughts, and grief. If you are a couple challenged with poor communication, lack of trust and co-dependency, I provide strategies to improve relational breakdown and increase relationship satisfaction.
I am aware of how social and structural systems affect our mood, capacity, self-esteem, and emotional and physical well-being. My approach is one of deep engagement and inclusion; I acknowledge differences in order to understand the complex challenges of navigating a world that can often be dehumanizing. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, workplace stress, intrusive thoughts, and grief. If you are a couple challenged with poor communication, lack of trust and co-dependency, I provide strategies to improve relational breakdown and increase relationship satisfaction.
Allison Heffern
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who are finding their true identity and ready to release any aspect of themselves and their story that no longer serve them. This includes clients that have unresolved experiences from their recent or distant past that would like professional guidance in processing such from a trauma-informed and empathic lens. Clients that are ready for change and able to dedicate their energy to their own healing, in and out of session, with my support. Clients that may feel stuck, low-mood, unmotivated or confused in how to progress in life but are feeling called to evolve into a fulfilled & grateful version of themselves.
I work with clients who are finding their true identity and ready to release any aspect of themselves and their story that no longer serve them. This includes clients that have unresolved experiences from their recent or distant past that would like professional guidance in processing such from a trauma-informed and empathic lens. Clients that are ready for change and able to dedicate their energy to their own healing, in and out of session, with my support. Clients that may feel stuck, low-mood, unmotivated or confused in how to progress in life but are feeling called to evolve into a fulfilled & grateful version of themselves.
Britney Selina - Bold Roots
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, MA, BSc
Verified Verified
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
You're here – and that's an awesome first step! As humans, we are messy and complex, and that's okay. In fact, it's what unites us. We continuously face challenges and it's our roots that allow us to move through the world with confidence, compassion, and purpose. Sometimes it can be difficult to pull out our strengths, and that's where your support team comes in. Whether it’s re-connecting in a post pandemic world, working through relationship issues, exploring self-discovery, addressing trauma, or coping with the overload of societal standards, we can face those challenges together.
You're here – and that's an awesome first step! As humans, we are messy and complex, and that's okay. In fact, it's what unites us. We continuously face challenges and it's our roots that allow us to move through the world with confidence, compassion, and purpose. Sometimes it can be difficult to pull out our strengths, and that's where your support team comes in. Whether it’s re-connecting in a post pandemic world, working through relationship issues, exploring self-discovery, addressing trauma, or coping with the overload of societal standards, we can face those challenges together.
I am a registered Marital and Family Therapist with CAMFT and am a certified sex therapist (www.bestco.info). I work with individuals couples and families. My specialties are also in separation and divorce, grief, life transitions as well as couple and sexual issues.
I am a registered Marital and Family Therapist with CAMFT and am a certified sex therapist (www.bestco.info). I work with individuals couples and families. My specialties are also in separation and divorce, grief, life transitions as well as couple and sexual issues.
I work with people of all ages, including children and youth as well as adults and seniors who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, sexuality, grief, loss, life changes, spirituality, disconnectedness among other issues. I believe that the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and each other, is personal healing.
I work with people of all ages, including children and youth as well as adults and seniors who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, sexuality, grief, loss, life changes, spirituality, disconnectedness among other issues. I believe that the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and each other, is personal healing.
At times life can be overwhelming with stressors from family, work, relationships and personal issues coming up to interfere with our present contentment and peace. Seeking out a therapist to talk with about it can be scary and add to the stress however, it can also help to provide insight and support along with learning healthy coping strategies in order for life to feel more manageable. Sometimes, the goal is not to fix it or change it but to not feel as alone and have an outside neutral person to help offer a space to start to work through things and heal and grow.
At times life can be overwhelming with stressors from family, work, relationships and personal issues coming up to interfere with our present contentment and peace. Seeking out a therapist to talk with about it can be scary and add to the stress however, it can also help to provide insight and support along with learning healthy coping strategies in order for life to feel more manageable. Sometimes, the goal is not to fix it or change it but to not feel as alone and have an outside neutral person to help offer a space to start to work through things and heal and grow.
Peter Madore
Registered Psychotherapist, Dip, TIRP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y
It is the normal experience of struggle and suffering that brings people to psychotherapy. You may feel that something in your life is not making sense or is not working. That may be a relationship, your reactions to life events, the past wounds of trauma that emerge, or other challenging experiences; it is all okay. Whatever it is that brings you in, I maintain that there is nothing “wrong” with you, that there is just something wrong for you. This perspective can seem completely foreign at first, however, it is the process of therapy that can shift the feeling of being “wrong” to an intuitive, felt sense that you are just right.
It is the normal experience of struggle and suffering that brings people to psychotherapy. You may feel that something in your life is not making sense or is not working. That may be a relationship, your reactions to life events, the past wounds of trauma that emerge, or other challenging experiences; it is all okay. Whatever it is that brings you in, I maintain that there is nothing “wrong” with you, that there is just something wrong for you. This perspective can seem completely foreign at first, however, it is the process of therapy that can shift the feeling of being “wrong” to an intuitive, felt sense that you are just right.
There are times in our life when it feels like nothing we do makes a difference. Problems become complicated by issues associated with our struggles managing mood or anxiety, feelings of shame, or coping with grief and loss. Situations such as transitions related to life stages, conflict or loss of connection in significant relationships, or changes in mental well being can be distressing and overwhelming. I work hard to build collaborative alliances with clients to co-construct different narratives about our relationship with problems, and develop alternative personal stories of strength, growth and recovery.
There are times in our life when it feels like nothing we do makes a difference. Problems become complicated by issues associated with our struggles managing mood or anxiety, feelings of shame, or coping with grief and loss. Situations such as transitions related to life stages, conflict or loss of connection in significant relationships, or changes in mental well being can be distressing and overwhelming. I work hard to build collaborative alliances with clients to co-construct different narratives about our relationship with problems, and develop alternative personal stories of strength, growth and recovery.
Melissa Cornell - Esprit Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Collingwood, ON L9Y
We all need support at different times in our lives and I understand that reaching out for this help can be difficult. My therapeutic approach is to connect with you, where you are at, as the first step in our work. From there, we will strive to recognize where change is needed and how to create this change for a more manageable place in life. Understanding your story, respectfully and safely, then creating goals for success and how to get there, will be the direction of our work together. With my primary focus on anxiety, depression, family issues and grief, the ultimate outcome of our work should feel progressive and empowering.
We all need support at different times in our lives and I understand that reaching out for this help can be difficult. My therapeutic approach is to connect with you, where you are at, as the first step in our work. From there, we will strive to recognize where change is needed and how to create this change for a more manageable place in life. Understanding your story, respectfully and safely, then creating goals for success and how to get there, will be the direction of our work together. With my primary focus on anxiety, depression, family issues and grief, the ultimate outcome of our work should feel progressive and empowering.
Verity Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
The journey we take with our clients is rooted in the meaning of our name, Verity: the state of being true. We believe it is possible for each person to move towards hope and healing by reconnecting with their true and authentic self. The services we provide are not based on a formulaic approach. Each client will journey through a co-created experience with their therapist to establish deep, lasting change both internally and externally in their life. Verity Counselling offers individual and couples online secure video therapy for folks wanting to work through trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and much more.
The journey we take with our clients is rooted in the meaning of our name, Verity: the state of being true. We believe it is possible for each person to move towards hope and healing by reconnecting with their true and authentic self. The services we provide are not based on a formulaic approach. Each client will journey through a co-created experience with their therapist to establish deep, lasting change both internally and externally in their life. Verity Counselling offers individual and couples online secure video therapy for folks wanting to work through trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and much more.
Michele Wolf
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BASc
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
Life has its ups and downs and sometimes gets really challenging. So often we tell ourselves we can handle it, that things will get better, that it's not that bad, or that other people have it worse. Maybe we’ll fix it by doing more, giving more, pleasing others more. Everyone has their unique reasons to seek counselling. Often, it's for gaining support with a current challenge or life transition. Or, for support around long-standing unhelpful patterns and difficulties from the past. For adult women from their 20’s through midlife and into their elder years.
Life has its ups and downs and sometimes gets really challenging. So often we tell ourselves we can handle it, that things will get better, that it's not that bad, or that other people have it worse. Maybe we’ll fix it by doing more, giving more, pleasing others more. Everyone has their unique reasons to seek counselling. Often, it's for gaining support with a current challenge or life transition. Or, for support around long-standing unhelpful patterns and difficulties from the past. For adult women from their 20’s through midlife and into their elder years.
Ian Raeburn-Gibson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA Hons, RP-Q, BA Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y
I became a therapist because I believe in the power of healing. I’ve seen it happen, and it can happen for you too. When you begin to heal, you discover new hope for your life. I believe all of us, no matter the circumstances we come from, have this innate ability to transcend suffering and become who we were meant to be. I approach therapy from this lens, and I walk along side you as you begin this new path in your life. Whether you're depressed, anxious, grieving, working through addiction, feeling lost in life, or anything else, I invite you to start the journey today and discover what hope can do in your life.
I became a therapist because I believe in the power of healing. I’ve seen it happen, and it can happen for you too. When you begin to heal, you discover new hope for your life. I believe all of us, no matter the circumstances we come from, have this innate ability to transcend suffering and become who we were meant to be. I approach therapy from this lens, and I walk along side you as you begin this new path in your life. Whether you're depressed, anxious, grieving, working through addiction, feeling lost in life, or anything else, I invite you to start the journey today and discover what hope can do in your life.
I work primarily with empaths, highly sensitive souls and people who tend to take on the 'caretaker role'. I support people through anxiety, self-criticism, people pleasing, and difficulty putting themselves first. I help people understand and communicate their needs, boundaries and build stronger relationships with themselves and others.
I work primarily with empaths, highly sensitive souls and people who tend to take on the 'caretaker role'. I support people through anxiety, self-criticism, people pleasing, and difficulty putting themselves first. I help people understand and communicate their needs, boundaries and build stronger relationships with themselves and others.
Within my practice, I specialize in working with children and adolescents and adults, specifically adults looking for parenting support/coaching and mothers entering into the world of parenting (prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum). My therapeutic approach is an eclectic one, one that is flexible to the needs of my client. It is very important to know that therapy is not a “one size fits all” approach and therefore I find flexibility in my approach to be imperative. I offer therapeutic approaches in the realm of talk, art, and play therapy. I have training in a variety of therapeutic approaches making my approach flexible to your needs.
Within my practice, I specialize in working with children and adolescents and adults, specifically adults looking for parenting support/coaching and mothers entering into the world of parenting (prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum). My therapeutic approach is an eclectic one, one that is flexible to the needs of my client. It is very important to know that therapy is not a “one size fits all” approach and therefore I find flexibility in my approach to be imperative. I offer therapeutic approaches in the realm of talk, art, and play therapy. I have training in a variety of therapeutic approaches making my approach flexible to your needs.
I help you get out of your mind… and into your body ;) Your body is where your memories/emotions are stored AND where healing longstanding stress patterns happens… so we might as well begin there. I specialize working with people who have complex trauma, grief, and anxiety/burnout. I have over 25 years of experience working in mental health and natural health. I offer a holistic approach (mind/body/spirit) to mental health and give you tools that work to help you shift your long seated patterns. I run my signature therapy group: Emotional Literacy to help you learn from your emotions, rather than being dominated by them.
I help you get out of your mind… and into your body ;) Your body is where your memories/emotions are stored AND where healing longstanding stress patterns happens… so we might as well begin there. I specialize working with people who have complex trauma, grief, and anxiety/burnout. I have over 25 years of experience working in mental health and natural health. I offer a holistic approach (mind/body/spirit) to mental health and give you tools that work to help you shift your long seated patterns. I run my signature therapy group: Emotional Literacy to help you learn from your emotions, rather than being dominated by them.
We all know life can have its up's and down's. I am here to help you deal with some of the more challenging times. I am a caring and compassionate therapist who is here to listen. I am also here to help you develop positive strategies that are focused on your goals. This ensures that you come away feeling like you are making change and healing happens in your life. I am also open minded and non-judgmental.
We all know life can have its up's and down's. I am here to help you deal with some of the more challenging times. I am a caring and compassionate therapist who is here to listen. I am also here to help you develop positive strategies that are focused on your goals. This ensures that you come away feeling like you are making change and healing happens in your life. I am also open minded and non-judgmental.
Jennifer A McMaster
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAHPro, RegKin
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
I work with individuals, families and groups who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed and unsatisfied with the life they are creating. My clients are looking for a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings to further process pain and blocks so they can thrive.
I work with individuals, families and groups who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed and unsatisfied with the life they are creating. My clients are looking for a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings to further process pain and blocks so they can thrive.
My clients are just like you - to the outsider they appear like they have it all together. But on the inside something feels stuck, or at least worth exploring. I believe we are all trying our best to navigate the journey of life with the only strategies we know. Sometimes those ways work well for us, and other times they don’t. I am passionate about issues surrounding parenting, life transitions, emotional intelligence, vocation and purpose, and coping mechanisms. I particularly enjoy being a listening ear for fellow dads who try everyday to be the best dad they can be.
My clients are just like you - to the outsider they appear like they have it all together. But on the inside something feels stuck, or at least worth exploring. I believe we are all trying our best to navigate the journey of life with the only strategies we know. Sometimes those ways work well for us, and other times they don’t. I am passionate about issues surrounding parenting, life transitions, emotional intelligence, vocation and purpose, and coping mechanisms. I particularly enjoy being a listening ear for fellow dads who try everyday to be the best dad they can be.
Somdatta Chattopadhyay - The Journey Counselling And Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
As a recent immigrant, I am familiar with the process of being uprooted, losing your familiarity and trying to find stability in a new home. It can be scary, exciting, overwhelming and confusing. Being human means we have the ability to experience a wide range of emotions, often at the same time! It is possible to feel grief and joy in the same experience. Sorting through those emotions can be difficult, and therapy may be what you need to find clarity and connection with yourself through life transitions.
As a recent immigrant, I am familiar with the process of being uprooted, losing your familiarity and trying to find stability in a new home. It can be scary, exciting, overwhelming and confusing. Being human means we have the ability to experience a wide range of emotions, often at the same time! It is possible to feel grief and joy in the same experience. Sorting through those emotions can be difficult, and therapy may be what you need to find clarity and connection with yourself through life transitions.
Katie Beres
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BScN, HBSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y
My goal as a Registered Psychotherapist is to empower individuals to overcome challenges and discover their inner strength, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives. With a belief in tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet each patient's unique needs, I draw upon a wide range of theoretical frameworks, ensuring that my clients receive a personalized and holistic approach to therapy.
My goal as a Registered Psychotherapist is to empower individuals to overcome challenges and discover their inner strength, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives. With a belief in tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet each patient's unique needs, I draw upon a wide range of theoretical frameworks, ensuring that my clients receive a personalized and holistic approach to therapy.
Megan Elliott
Registered Psychotherapist, RN, MEd
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Collingwood, ON L9Y (Online Only)
It takes courage to explore what is painful and uncomfortable in our lives. I believe therapy offers a unique opportunity for inner exploration to gain insight into your thoughts, emotions, relationship dynamics, past experiences and cultural contexts that have impacted your current struggles. Through our work together I will support you in developing a stronger sense of self, more compassion, flexible ways of coping, and empowerment to move towards the life you desire. I will be a guide in connecting with the wounded parts of yourself to allow transformation and integration.
It takes courage to explore what is painful and uncomfortable in our lives. I believe therapy offers a unique opportunity for inner exploration to gain insight into your thoughts, emotions, relationship dynamics, past experiences and cultural contexts that have impacted your current struggles. Through our work together I will support you in developing a stronger sense of self, more compassion, flexible ways of coping, and empowerment to move towards the life you desire. I will be a guide in connecting with the wounded parts of yourself to allow transformation and integration.
My services focus on providing clients with a family of origin perspective combined with practical strategies to manage dysfunctional thinking and behaviour to support lasting emotional change. This focus supports change across a wide range of problem areas. When clients understand how their family of origin affects them and how their thoughts and behaviours maintain problems, change comes naturally and lasting change comes with mastery of behaviour and thinking.
My services focus on providing clients with a family of origin perspective combined with practical strategies to manage dysfunctional thinking and behaviour to support lasting emotional change. This focus supports change across a wide range of problem areas. When clients understand how their family of origin affects them and how their thoughts and behaviours maintain problems, change comes naturally and lasting change comes with mastery of behaviour and thinking.
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Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialised therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.