Relationship Issues Therapists in Frankford, ON
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As humans, we are wired to be social and live in relationship with others.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and anxious, struggling with transitions in life or in your connections with others? Are you struggling in your marriage or relationship? Over the past 15 years, as a registered social worker, I have worked with individuals and couples using a trauma-informed, non-judgmental lens.
As humans, we are wired to be social and live in relationship with others.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and anxious, struggling with transitions in life or in your connections with others? Are you struggling in your marriage or relationship? Over the past 15 years, as a registered social worker, I have worked with individuals and couples using a trauma-informed, non-judgmental lens.
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Julie M Sweeney
Registered Social Service Worker, RSSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frankford, ON K0K
I am a white, cis-gender woman with lived experience of mental health and body shame struggles. I work from a client-centred, anti-oppressive and social justice-oriented perspective specializing in supporting clients in finding freedom for themselves. I offer openness, honesty, and a willingness to be part of your journey in a way best suited to your needs. I enjoy helping people become aware, gain insight, and move into action to create lasting change! If your goal is to create your best life, and you are feeling held back - it is time to reach out! If your goal is to have accountability, I do that too. I help you help yourself!
I am a white, cis-gender woman with lived experience of mental health and body shame struggles. I work from a client-centred, anti-oppressive and social justice-oriented perspective specializing in supporting clients in finding freedom for themselves. I offer openness, honesty, and a willingness to be part of your journey in a way best suited to your needs. I enjoy helping people become aware, gain insight, and move into action to create lasting change! If your goal is to create your best life, and you are feeling held back - it is time to reach out! If your goal is to have accountability, I do that too. I help you help yourself!
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Bryanne Noel
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankford, ON K0K (Online Only)
I offer online sessions exclusively through a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in mental health, supporting individuals, youth, and families. My passion lies in helping people navigate mental health crises, particularly those dealing with depression and persistent suicidal ideation. I am committed to destigmatizing thoughts of suicide and exploring their root causes, including underlying trauma and experiences of inequality and oppression. I have a special interest in assisting those who struggle with body image concerns and disordered eating.
I offer online sessions exclusively through a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. I am a Registered Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in mental health, supporting individuals, youth, and families. My passion lies in helping people navigate mental health crises, particularly those dealing with depression and persistent suicidal ideation. I am committed to destigmatizing thoughts of suicide and exploring their root causes, including underlying trauma and experiences of inequality and oppression. I have a special interest in assisting those who struggle with body image concerns and disordered eating.
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Hermien Hogewoning
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Frankford, ON K0K
Not accepting new clients
I help individuals and couples with relationship repair and emotional intimacy.
Is your love relationship caught in a negative cycle? Do the same arguments surface time and time again? Does one person shut down as the other person escalates? Are you facing relationship patterns involving conflict, fear, and betrayal? Right now you may be struggling with loneliness and hardship. Perhaps you are experiencing additional mental health challenges, compounding the difficulties you are facing.
I help individuals and couples with relationship repair and emotional intimacy.
Is your love relationship caught in a negative cycle? Do the same arguments surface time and time again? Does one person shut down as the other person escalates? Are you facing relationship patterns involving conflict, fear, and betrayal? Right now you may be struggling with loneliness and hardship. Perhaps you are experiencing additional mental health challenges, compounding the difficulties you are facing.
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Tracey Logan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, MACP, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Stirling, ON K0K
Compassion and understanding are paramount to a successful therapeutic relationship.
I work collaboratively with individuals to create optimal outcomes by working through challenging feelings, thoughts, situations, and experiences. I believe the client is the expert on their own situation and I use therapeutic tools to alleviate distress, facilitate improvement, and assist clients in meeting their identified goals.
Compassion and understanding are paramount to a successful therapeutic relationship.
I work collaboratively with individuals to create optimal outcomes by working through challenging feelings, thoughts, situations, and experiences. I believe the client is the expert on their own situation and I use therapeutic tools to alleviate distress, facilitate improvement, and assist clients in meeting their identified goals.
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One way we can explore this is by developing a better understanding of relationship patterns, or more intentionally identifying and living our values.
Living in a rural community, I have learned to be adaptive in my approach to psychotherapy. I work with couples and individuals, varying in age from 12 onward. I have ADHD and I live in a fat body- my special interests tend toward working with clients who are neurodiverse, and those who struggle with relationship to food and body, anxiety and self-esteem. The idea of 'wellness' is not a prescription, rather it must be a feeling of security and peace in our own bodies and minds. That's why my philosophy of care includes setting a pace that fits your needs and helping you foster your own feelings of empowerment and self-growth.
One way we can explore this is by developing a better understanding of relationship patterns, or more intentionally identifying and living our values.
Living in a rural community, I have learned to be adaptive in my approach to psychotherapy. I work with couples and individuals, varying in age from 12 onward. I have ADHD and I live in a fat body- my special interests tend toward working with clients who are neurodiverse, and those who struggle with relationship to food and body, anxiety and self-esteem. The idea of 'wellness' is not a prescription, rather it must be a feeling of security and peace in our own bodies and minds. That's why my philosophy of care includes setting a pace that fits your needs and helping you foster your own feelings of empowerment and self-growth.
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Jessica Stephens Psychotherapy Supervision
Registered Psychotherapist, OT(reg), MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, ON K0K
Waitlist for new clients
Therapeutic relationship "fit" is often the best proven crucible for good therapy.
"Does anyone know where the love of God goes~When the waves turn the minutes to hours?" [Gordon Lightfoot]...Peoples' curiosity and courage are natural resources & forces that amplify therapy process and results. After years of experience, I am convinced that the most powerful tools for recovery are CBT, DBT (cognitive & dialectical behaviour therapy), EMDR and cardio-emotive feedback therapy... All are founded on the latest scientific findings on the neurobiology of attachment and "heart/brain" treatments. Along with time-tested healing traditions, together we can activate your innate instinct & privilege to become whole and connect meaningfully with others .
Therapeutic relationship "fit" is often the best proven crucible for good therapy.
"Does anyone know where the love of God goes~When the waves turn the minutes to hours?" [Gordon Lightfoot]...Peoples' curiosity and courage are natural resources & forces that amplify therapy process and results. After years of experience, I am convinced that the most powerful tools for recovery are CBT, DBT (cognitive & dialectical behaviour therapy), EMDR and cardio-emotive feedback therapy... All are founded on the latest scientific findings on the neurobiology of attachment and "heart/brain" treatments. Along with time-tested healing traditions, together we can activate your innate instinct & privilege to become whole and connect meaningfully with others .
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Diane M Cassidy
Registered Psychotherapist, RN, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Picton, ON K0K (Online Only)
Namaste! I provide individual, relationship and marriage counselling, in a nonjudgmental, relaxed environment. Over the last 35 years I have worked with individuals and couples guiding, teaching and helping them by using an eclectic approach, and a variety of different types of modalities depending on the particular needs of my clients. I also provide family mediation and relationship counselling for couples who have split. I am a sex therapist, working with all couples and individuals. I specialize in many areas, as I believe all issues are connected, so to treat problems in isolation is unrealistic and can be short lived.
Namaste! I provide individual, relationship and marriage counselling, in a nonjudgmental, relaxed environment. Over the last 35 years I have worked with individuals and couples guiding, teaching and helping them by using an eclectic approach, and a variety of different types of modalities depending on the particular needs of my clients. I also provide family mediation and relationship counselling for couples who have split. I am a sex therapist, working with all couples and individuals. I specialize in many areas, as I believe all issues are connected, so to treat problems in isolation is unrealistic and can be short lived.
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Aglaia Tudor
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Prince Edward, ON K0K (Online Only)
The foundation of my clinical experience has been in helping people heal their relationship with food and their body.
Welcome to Tudor Therapy, my name is Aglaia and I believe that the quality of our relationships lays the foundation for how we experience our life. My therapeautic approach pulls from Emotionally Focused, Narrative & Existential Therapy. This means that the meaning you make of your experiences and your unique story, will be integral to the work we do together. I work with couples and individuals to explore what relationship satisfaction means to you. If you have experienced relationship transgressions or attachment injuries, engaging in open and honest dialogue about these experiences is possible!
The foundation of my clinical experience has been in helping people heal their relationship with food and their body.
Welcome to Tudor Therapy, my name is Aglaia and I believe that the quality of our relationships lays the foundation for how we experience our life. My therapeautic approach pulls from Emotionally Focused, Narrative & Existential Therapy. This means that the meaning you make of your experiences and your unique story, will be integral to the work we do together. I work with couples and individuals to explore what relationship satisfaction means to you. If you have experienced relationship transgressions or attachment injuries, engaging in open and honest dialogue about these experiences is possible!
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My goal as a psychotherapist is to be able to help facilitate positive change and overall well being for each client I have the privilege to walk along side. I can offer a compassionate and dedicated approach to supporting individuals, families, and couples on their way towards healing and personal growth. I believe in providing a safe, and judgement free space where thoughts, feelings and experiences are explored and lead to the path of growth and change. My therapeutic style integrates evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs. I also offer free 15 min. consultation to see if I am the right fit for you.
My goal as a psychotherapist is to be able to help facilitate positive change and overall well being for each client I have the privilege to walk along side. I can offer a compassionate and dedicated approach to supporting individuals, families, and couples on their way towards healing and personal growth. I believe in providing a safe, and judgement free space where thoughts, feelings and experiences are explored and lead to the path of growth and change. My therapeutic style integrates evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs. I also offer free 15 min. consultation to see if I am the right fit for you.
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Vivian Simone
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BEd, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madoc, ON K0K
Relational therapy is a process that supports mental and emotional healing, self-discovery, and interpersonal wellness. This includes a tender recognition of the intergenerational patterns and environmental conditions that influence a person's development. We all have unique cultural and family histories, shaping our way in the world. When you come to sessions and share your experiences with me, I will hold them with curiosity and care. Together, we can create a space for you filled with support.
Relational therapy is a process that supports mental and emotional healing, self-discovery, and interpersonal wellness. This includes a tender recognition of the intergenerational patterns and environmental conditions that influence a person's development. We all have unique cultural and family histories, shaping our way in the world. When you come to sessions and share your experiences with me, I will hold them with curiosity and care. Together, we can create a space for you filled with support.
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Maya Oakes
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Prince Edward, ON K0K (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I recognize the process of finding the right therapist for you can be overwhelming. I'm here to support you in any way that I can while you navigate this process. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy which is why I'm passionate about working together to determine what is needed in our space to support you best. This looks like tailoring therapy to your unique needs, goals, and strengths. I strive always to provide a safe, collaborative and empowering space where you feel comfortable to explore your inner experiences and struggles.
Hello and welcome! I recognize the process of finding the right therapist for you can be overwhelming. I'm here to support you in any way that I can while you navigate this process. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy which is why I'm passionate about working together to determine what is needed in our space to support you best. This looks like tailoring therapy to your unique needs, goals, and strengths. I strive always to provide a safe, collaborative and empowering space where you feel comfortable to explore your inner experiences and struggles.
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Catherine Jun Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Tweed, ON K0K (Online Only)
You may be contemplating therapy because you are struggling - feeling anxious, overwhelmed, unsettled, isolated and alone, maybe even experiencing uncharacteristic rage. You may be stuck in old patterns of coping that are no longer relevant in the present. In fact, they may be getting in the way of your peace, your potential and your happiness - in short, keeping you stuck. It doesn't have to be that way. As a client-centred, trauma-informed relational psychotherapist, I believe good relationships - intimate, familiar, communal, and especially, the one you have with yourself - are essential to feeling good.
You may be contemplating therapy because you are struggling - feeling anxious, overwhelmed, unsettled, isolated and alone, maybe even experiencing uncharacteristic rage. You may be stuck in old patterns of coping that are no longer relevant in the present. In fact, they may be getting in the way of your peace, your potential and your happiness - in short, keeping you stuck. It doesn't have to be that way. As a client-centred, trauma-informed relational psychotherapist, I believe good relationships - intimate, familiar, communal, and especially, the one you have with yourself - are essential to feeling good.
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We support adults, teenagers, and children who are struggling to find direction and purpose in their lives. This support can happen through individual, couples, or family sessions using a multitude of mediums to ensure safety for all. We support clients to create goals and their definitions of success, treating each individual with respect and dignity while helping them move forward. We support members who are experiencing family crises and breakdowns. We help our clients live their best life, one worth waking up for each day.
We support adults, teenagers, and children who are struggling to find direction and purpose in their lives. This support can happen through individual, couples, or family sessions using a multitude of mediums to ensure safety for all. We support clients to create goals and their definitions of success, treating each individual with respect and dignity while helping them move forward. We support members who are experiencing family crises and breakdowns. We help our clients live their best life, one worth waking up for each day.
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It is important that everyone - no matter where they are in their journey - is provided a safe space to be heard, where their personal goals can be accomplished. Together, we are a team. My work in addictions treatment has taught me that a key to overcoming life's difficulties is support and connection - I would love to help bring support into your world. You don't have to do it alone. My priority is that you leave feeling understood as you are, in what ever uniqueness that brings. I am trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and anti-oppressive and aim to support you in the goals you value.
It is important that everyone - no matter where they are in their journey - is provided a safe space to be heard, where their personal goals can be accomplished. Together, we are a team. My work in addictions treatment has taught me that a key to overcoming life's difficulties is support and connection - I would love to help bring support into your world. You don't have to do it alone. My priority is that you leave feeling understood as you are, in what ever uniqueness that brings. I am trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and anti-oppressive and aim to support you in the goals you value.
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Olivia Roblin
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Prince Edward, ON K0K (Online Only)
The complexities of trauma can have a profound effect on us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I work with you as a gentle and compassionate guide as we navigate the core wounds and hidden elements in the depths of the mind, body, and soul. I believe we all possess an inner compass that knows what we need in order to heal and enrich our lives. I can help you discover and develop yours. I offer you a safe space that welcomes the whole self, to not only address presenting issues, but also to uncover underlying feelings and influences that may be hidden within.
The complexities of trauma can have a profound effect on us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I work with you as a gentle and compassionate guide as we navigate the core wounds and hidden elements in the depths of the mind, body, and soul. I believe we all possess an inner compass that knows what we need in order to heal and enrich our lives. I can help you discover and develop yours. I offer you a safe space that welcomes the whole self, to not only address presenting issues, but also to uncover underlying feelings and influences that may be hidden within.
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Will Groenewegen Therapist And Clinical Supervisor
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, M Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellington, ON K0K (Online Only)
Undisturb yourself! Using CBT, Existential, and Mindfulness forms of psychotherapy, I help clients (in-person/ telephone/ on-line) develop the tools in order that they think, act and feel better. Sometimes the realities of life understandably leave us susceptible to certain anxieties, despair and general existential concern. All too often we find ourselves developing unhelpful irrational thoughts and behaviours that can seem impossible to change. But they aren't. If you are interested in investigating and changing your assumptions and behaviours, if you want to modify the lens through which you view and experience the world, my therapeutic modality could be well suited to you.
Undisturb yourself! Using CBT, Existential, and Mindfulness forms of psychotherapy, I help clients (in-person/ telephone/ on-line) develop the tools in order that they think, act and feel better. Sometimes the realities of life understandably leave us susceptible to certain anxieties, despair and general existential concern. All too often we find ourselves developing unhelpful irrational thoughts and behaviours that can seem impossible to change. But they aren't. If you are interested in investigating and changing your assumptions and behaviours, if you want to modify the lens through which you view and experience the world, my therapeutic modality could be well suited to you.
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SoulScape Services: Psychotherapy & Wellness Hub
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Picton, ON K0K
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
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Chrystal Dulmage
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, ON K0K (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Like the transition from fall to winter, we all go through seasons that threaten our livelihood and shake us from thriving to dormancy. This often leaves us questioning our meaning and purpose. Your experience may be a devastating loss, lack of energy, motivation, and enjoyment in activities and people that once brought you joy or physical and psychological restlessness. It is difficult in such states to understand how flourishing is possible. However, there is hope! Just as winter gives way to spring showers and new life springs forth to flourishing, neither is your situation hopeless; you can thrive again.
Accepting new clients! Like the transition from fall to winter, we all go through seasons that threaten our livelihood and shake us from thriving to dormancy. This often leaves us questioning our meaning and purpose. Your experience may be a devastating loss, lack of energy, motivation, and enjoyment in activities and people that once brought you joy or physical and psychological restlessness. It is difficult in such states to understand how flourishing is possible. However, there is hope! Just as winter gives way to spring showers and new life springs forth to flourishing, neither is your situation hopeless; you can thrive again.
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Alexia Wensing - Hygge Co. Psychotherapy Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist, HBA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Prince Edward, ON K0K (Online Only)
Are you experiencing anxiety, stress, or uncertainty? Feeling less like you, indecisive, confused? Maybe you struggle people-pleasing, relationships, low mood, or depression? Together, we can address your stuck points using evidence-based methods. Let's start by supporting you in embracing your vulnerabilities and appreciating your willingness to grow. Whether that means healing trauma, improving self-esteem, or tackling stress, we will use an approach that best suits you. I am also trained in treating trauma and in the Gottman method. We will focus on skill-building and actionable change for a clearer path ahead.
Are you experiencing anxiety, stress, or uncertainty? Feeling less like you, indecisive, confused? Maybe you struggle people-pleasing, relationships, low mood, or depression? Together, we can address your stuck points using evidence-based methods. Let's start by supporting you in embracing your vulnerabilities and appreciating your willingness to grow. Whether that means healing trauma, improving self-esteem, or tackling stress, we will use an approach that best suits you. I am also trained in treating trauma and in the Gottman method. We will focus on skill-building and actionable change for a clearer path ahead.
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.