Narrative Therapists in Guelph, ON

I have a calm, welcoming and empathetic nature and I intently call out the values and strengths in the lives of those I support. You can expect creativity within sessions supported by a foundation of authenticity and vulnerability. Above all, sessions are a safe place to come as you are and share where you are at in the present moment.

I am committed to creating safe spaces for clients where they can gain self-awareness, confidence, and compassion for themselves. Walking into a session with me you can expect a judgement-free zone where there are no wrong questions, reactions, or emotions. I am able to meet clients where they are at, so for me, an ideal client is anyone who is curious about themselves and the challenges they may be having, and who is open to meaningful conversation around these pieces. My passion lies in walking alongside others as they share their stories, gain perspective, and reclaim parts of their narrative that no longer serve them.

I have been an individual, couple and family therapist and clinical supervisor in family service agencies and private practice for over twenty-five years. These experiences have provided me with the skills necessary to help people dealing with a diverse range of life's challenges. I have worked successfully with individuals, couples and families struggling with physical and mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, grief and loss, affairs, separation and divorce as well as other family stresses.

I am a Psychotherapist with a Master's in Social Work (since 2004). I work with individuals, couples and families. Some of the topics I help people with include anxiety, depression, couples issues, relationship difficulties, major life transitions, grief & loss, serious health issues and prior traumatic events. I also work with parents and their children as they manage the intense emotions during parental separation and divorce. Therapeutic modalities include narrative, CBT/DBT and mindfulness-based approaches.

Congratulations on making the first step to seeking help! This can be a challenging and courageous moment, and it is my goal to help you feel supported in your therapeutic journey. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Art Therapist, and offer therapy to a wide variety of clients including youth, young adults, and adults. I specialize in several areas including, depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and grief and loss. I believe it is important to provide a supportive and non-judgemental space where together we can explore, promote growth, and help you feel empowered throughout your journey.

I have spent over 10 years supporting children, adolescents, emerging adults, and parents in the area of mental health and well-being. As a registered clinical social worker, I adopt a client-centred approach utilizing various treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), DBT skills, Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. I work with children, teenagers, and young adults struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), and social behavioural challenges (emotional regulation, and ADHD symptoms).

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance that you or someone you love is suffering in some way. But the good news is that things will get better, and I hope to help you (or them) get to better times. I work with adults, young adults, youth, and children, and have done so for the past decade (and it’s been the best decade of my life so far). The challenges we work on include depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, coping with life changes, and many more. If you or someone you love could use a friendly ear and a helping hand, you may find the therapy modalities I am trained in helpful.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist that provides individual, couple and family therapy. My practice is rooted in narrative, strengths based and emotion focused therapy. I offer an anti-oppressive, non-judgemental space for individuals of all backgrounds and gender orientations. My specialities are in anxiety, depression, family violence, intimate partner violence, parenting and child/family therapy. I obtained my PhD at the University of Guelph in Family Relations and Human Development, and my current research is focused on improving clinical practices with families and children.

My name is Dave Robinson. I am known to many as the “Go-to-Guy for Helping Guys” and I have been coaching and counselling men for nearly 2 decades. ​I offer individual therapeutic counselling for men, 18 years and older. I wholeheartedly believe that my clients are experts in their lives. That stated, I focus on helping men of all stages, ages, orientations and cultures awaken to their highest potential (to become the best partner, father, son, friend, and brother) by helping them discover and develop the mature masculine aspects of their character that have either stalled, or have yet to be discovered.

Hello, thank you for reading my profile. My passion is to help you feel more fulfilled, empowered, and present in your life. Life is hard, trauma is real, and inequality is systemic. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to feel how you feel, as you come to better understand your thoughts, experiences, and relationships. I believe we each possess unique inner strengths and resources to help us move through life and get out of our heads (and into the moment). My personal and ongoing experience with grief allows me to meet you 'where you are', at your own pace, as we co-develop strategies that work for you.

Many challenges we face are inevitable, but often we can sway the outcomes in our favor, keep challenges from compounding each other, and avoid other problems altogether. That is the philosophy I carry into my work helping my clients – from teens to adults – with challenges like ADHD, OCD, learning disabilities, autism, depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, race-based trauma, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and other concerns. My promise is to provide you a compassionate, open, culturally-affirming, and empowering counselling environment.

I tailor my approach to meet each individual’s needs & therapeutic goals pulling from various modalities such as Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based, Narrative, Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness. I am a mother to 2 children and have specialized training in perinatal mental health & supporting individuals through the highs and lows of parenthood. Whether it is difficult emotions, managing relationships, dealing with stress & overwhelm, life changes & transitions, struggling with identity & role strain, or grief & loss - I am here to walk alongside you, no matter where you are on your journey.

Are you someone who identifies as highly sensitive, struggles with people pleasing, or has difficulty setting boundaries and often feels burnt out as a result? I am here to support individuals and families facing anxiety, emotional challenges, trauma, and relationship concerns. My goal is to help clients increase self-awareness, transform old narratives that no longer serve them, and discover more balanced ways to navigate the ebbs and flows of life. I have a special interest in working with adolescents and young adults who are navigating these often complicated challenges, fostering a more curious and compassionate sense of self.

A first step in challenging our shame and struggle with self-acceptance can be to take the risk of allowing someone to witness our vulnerability. A counsellor can act as this witness, holding compassion in a safe and non-judgmental space. My counselling style is guided by the principle that we inherently have the inner resources to meet life’s challenges from a place of empowerment. I work from feminist, narrative, anti-oppression, and person-centered frameworks.

Hello and thank you for stopping by at Trace Therapy Services’ page! My name is Laurie Trace and I am a Registered Social Worker with over 18 years experience supporting folks from a variety of different walks of life. Life is challenging and it is my belief that no one should ever have to navigate these challenges alone. I can support you in having a healthy relationship with yourself and others. It would be my honour to come along side you and support you through the many seasons and trials of life. Please reach out to schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!

Accepting New Clients - Are you stuck in an unhealthy pattern and can't seem to break free? Counseling can help you understand the root causes that keep you trapped in negative behavior and provide practical strategies to manage stressors in your daily life. If you're ready to work through your challenges and want support, don't hesitate to reach out to me. Booking an appointment is easy through our website at chettiarcounselling.ca.

Accepting new clients for my practice in Guelph with daytime, evening and weekend appointments, in person, online & phone. Are you finding yourself feeling stuck, worn down, anxious, burnt out or emotionally exhausted? Your mental health matters and seeking therapy is a step towards more valued living. Telling our stories of grief, pain, love and triumph can release the grip they may have on us or build us up as we deserve. Through our sessions, I hope we can work together to discover your stories, help you build new, positive ones and prepare you to think, act and feel more adept in the face of life’s challenges.

Are you feeling burdened, overwhelmed or numb? Perhaps you sometimes experience emotions that come out of nowhere, or seem inappropriate for the situation you are in. Do you want more fulfillment in your life and your relationships? These experiences are common for many of us, and can be an important indicator that we need a safe and supportive space to process difficult circumstances or heal from trauma. Every person has inner resources and gifts to help them heal and find balance. My goal is to compassionately support you in understanding patterns that have you feeling stuck and to explore your inner world.

Accepting New Clients - Feeling trapped in an unhealthy pattern, but can’t get out of it? Counselling helps you process the underlying concerns that are keeping you stuck in this negative pattern. It will also offer strategies that you can use to manage the day-to-day stressors. If you want to work through the problems you are experiencing and want a helping hand, then reach out to me. The easiest way to book an appointment is through our website (chettiarcounselling.ca)

Relationships matter. Let me help you improve and strengthen the relationships in your life. For over 25 years, I have worked with individuals and couples to resolve relationship difficulties, manage anxiety or depression, improve self-esteem, and process trauma. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO), Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (AAMFT/CACFT), and an ASTO Certified Sex Therapist (Association of Sex Therapy in Ontario). Sex therapy can help you create a context for the kind of sex that is worth wanting. I can help you work through sexual concerns, such as low desire, support after affairs, and pain during sex.

Life is messy and hard and beautiful. We all need support to reach our goals and live a life of meaning. I provide free half hour consultations to discuss how I can be helpful. It's important to find the right therapist for you. My work with you will be strength-based, person-centred and collaborative. Specialties: mental health recovery, 2SLGBTQ+ adults, children, youth and families, trauma informed care, youth and adults struggling with chronic suicidality and self-harm behaviours, and support for parents with a 2SLGBTQ2S+ family member. I also have lived experience with depression, anxiety, intergenerational trauma and ADHD.

I believe you (my client or possible future client) to be the expert in your own life, and I am the passenger on your road to healing. As a passenger, it’s not my place to howl at you to turn left or slow down. But I will keep you company, I will help you navigate, and I will point out stop signs and animals running into the road. Clients I’ve worked with like that I am welcoming, positive, and inviting, and that I understand their stories without judgement.

Employing a warm, caring, and inclusive approach, Elizabeth enables trust and strength in her relationships to provide a safe and comfortable environment of empathy and compassion. Respecting her clients as the authors of their own goals, she commits herself as a facilitator in her client’s journey to wellness with their care at the center of treatment. Elizabeth believes in the power of human tenacity and resilience in situations of adversity using a multimodal humanistic approach to individual therapy with awareness. Elizabeth is focused on integrating brain-based therapy and talk therapy to activate and locate trauma.

I believe that effective therapy takes place in an atmosphere of safety, respect, and caring. When a person comes to therapy, a healing process is already underway. As this process is recognized and strengthened, the client is free to move toward wholeness. I use empathic listening and questions to help clarify the presenting problem and set it in the context of the person's life journey with its healthy call for spiritual and psychological growth. Writing, guided visualization, role playing and art may also be used to bring forth inner wisdom and to explore alternative ways to meet challenges.