In Person Therapists in Fonthill, ON

Are you struggling with re-living experiences from your past? The version of yourself just out of reach and held back by rumination, self-doubt, depression and/or fear? Struggle handling stress or knowing who you are? Wounded and shackled by the daily slog of modern-day living. Or are you in a relationship where arguments are frequent or withdrawal is commonplace? Where the primary issue seems to fall on 'poor communication' and you find yourself questioning what got you together, to begin with? Marriage, partnerships and relationships should be a place you find comfort and solace in, not abandonment, rejection and fear.

My clients often describe the experience of “feeling stuck or trapped” when their inner resources become either depleted or no longer effectively assist them with moving forward in life. If this sounds familiar, I invite you to a shared relational learning experience that is uniquely tailored to your inner journey of self-exploration and provides you with important tools to re-discover yourself. Resilience and hope are results of serious, repeated efforts to overcome life’s challenges. I am here to work through them with you, every step of the way…within a client-centred, non-judgemental, anti-oppressive, and sex positive framework.

I believe in the transformative power of holistic healing. My approach is rooted in warmth and authenticity, offering a range of services designed to nurture your well-being from head to toe. From traditional counselling sessions to our unique walk-and-talk therapy, each interaction is guided by a commitment to your growth and comfort.

Are you tired of strained relationships? Do you find yourself fighting about the same things repeatedly, constantly needing reassurance from others, and distancing yourself from loved ones to cope emotionally? Is this causing feelings of sadness, anxiety, anger, disconnection from yourself and others as a result? Are you struggling with overthinking and negative self-talk, leading to a breakdown in communication? As a therapist specializing in individual and couples' support, I can help you and your partner understand that these behaviours are commonly used coping mechanisms that are rooted in past emotional wounds.

When people experience life stressors or trauma, it is not uncommon to stumble, become immobilized, or even unravel. My great passion is walk alongside people in dark chapters of their lives, to help them to dismantle obstacles, to move towards healthier functioning and healing. I help my clients, who include children, teens, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can accept and know themselves as whole, peaceful, and complete.

Feeling like you've lost your conncetion with your partner or your confidence in yourself after having children? Lack of sleep, added stresses and demands, and lack of free time can put a strain on a relationship, make you feel like you're not doing enough, not doing a good enough job or that you wish you could do more things for yourself. If you're feeling like this, you're not alone. This is so common after having kids and there are ways to help! As a mom of 2, I can relate to a lot of the feelings above and I would love to help you on this journey to have a fulfilling relationship and life.

Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Are you facing a challenge or life transition? Do you want to make changes, but are not sure where to begin? It is common for people to feel stuck. Life, at times, can seem perplexing, painful, and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a space and place to talk things out, gather resources, look at challenges in new ways, and plan for a way forward. I work collaboratively with you, building upon your inner strength and resiliency. I honour your story and journey while helping you to achieve your goals, face life challenges, connect with supportive resources, and move forward in healing.

If you are affected by stress, anxiety or depression, or need post adoption support, please let me help you to find your inner strengths so that you can feel renewed hope. My background of working with people who experience mental health challenges, family crisis, and changing family dynamics through adoption, leads me to have a passion for teaching and guiding people as they adjust to life situations and make the changes they choose to make. Finding a way forward when dealing with the stress and changes resulting from COVID 19 is something we can do together.

Suffering from PTSD? Feeling Depressed? Frustrated? Anxious? CBT Niagara can help you change the way you are thinking, feeling, and responding to certain stressors. CBT is a well researched form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It is short-term therapy designed to teach skills and strategies so a person can gain better control of their life. At CBT Niagara, we run therapy groups as well as provide individual sessions. CBT Niagara is run by registered members of the College of Psychologists thus patients can access their workplace benefits.

People see you as the one who has it all together, but deep down you feel like something is missing, you have feelings of shame and thoughts like "I'm not good enough". You're tired, over-worked, overwhelmed and anxious much of the time. Putting up this facade is taking a toll on your emotional health. Constantly striving to do it all is exhausting and not fulfilling for you.

Life can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling helpless and alone. It is not easy to find your way forward. Recreating yourself in a way that embraces who you are and where you've been, to empower you to move towards a life you may envision, is not simple but it can be done. My goal is to help you find this path. Whether faced with a lifetime of challenges, or impacted by a single traumatic event, I bring empathy, warmth, compassion and understanding to the relationship. From that place of safety, I will support you to find the road to acceptance, healing, and peace of mind.

I am a firm believer in the capacity for change and the power of hope. I work with individuals who are struggling with addiction and other unwanted habits as well as overwhelming feelings such as anxiety, stress, and depression. Together, we will look for solutions to overcome challenges and achieve the goals you have set for yourself.

Professional counsellor, 29+ years, with appointments Monday to Friday 9 am to 9 pm with an office in Welland, as well as a counselling professor at Niagara College for 21 years teaching Child & Youth Worker diploma program, Counselling Skills for Human Services Certificate program & the Community Mental Health Certificate programs. Listed as one of the 3 Best Rated Marriage Counsellors in Niagara and won the 2019 to 2022 Readers Choice Awards for Best Marriage, Family and Individual Counsellor and Best Mental Health Consultant; Readers Choice Award for Best Overall Professional Services for 2023. Accepting new clients!

Are you feeling triggered by recent or past trauma? Are you experiencing a big change (relationship, career, move, loss)? Going through a tough time? I specialize in life transitions and trauma resolution. I am an expert at helping people feel heard and understood. We can work together via video, telephone, in office, or in nature while we walk and talk. I specialize in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Emotion Focused Therapy for couples and individuals.

If you feel lost, stuck, or like your world is crumbling around you, you are not alone. Most people experience this when facing significant life changes. An aching feeling and a deep sadness accompany lost hopes and dreams. Times like this call into question, "Who am I?" Your identity feels like it has been swallowed up by the days and years spent tending to life's demands. This makes trying to figure out your next steps both overwhelming and terrifying. You want to feel on solid ground again and for your life to have purpose, meaning, and genuine connections to others.

I am a (Qualifying) Registered Psychotherapist. My focus is on person centered therapy approaches such as narrative therapy, strength based and emotion focused therapies. I am passionate about supporting women navigating the healthcare system at such a vulnerable time such as perinatal, pregnancy, and postpartum. I prioritize radical acceptance and a strong therapeutic relationship. My passion is to support children, teens, adults, families and I look forward to providing support and confidence to help you through struggles and to achieve your goals.

I have an interest in utilizing a collaborative and compassionate approach with clients. I'm passionate about supporting individuals experiencing grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, anxiety and stress, depression, and eating disorders. My goal is to ensure all clients feel heard, supported and empowered as they go through their own process of healing.

As a whole, therapy is a place that allows people to be vulnerable. My main goal as a therapist is to provide a safe outlet for you to share your story, validate your feelings and worries, emphasize your strengths, and encourage you to carry out the quality of life you deserve.