Dual Diagnosis Therapists in Lindsay, ON

As a social worker, my passion lies in helping individuals between the ages of 15-40 navigate the complex challenges of life transitions, dual diagnosis, suicidal ideation, anxiety, and body image/self-esteem issues. My approach is grounded in empathy and a deep understanding of the emotional challenges that are associated with mental health issues. Through a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic journey, I aim to empower my ideal clients to build resilience, develop coping skills and build self-wroth.

Hello! My name is Faduma Abdalla. My experience extends broadly throughout the social work sector- clinically, in the community, and in private practice. I have experience supporting individuals with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, disabilities, dual diagnosis, spiritual counselling, and children's aid services.

I work from a holistic, client centred perspective using an intentional anti-oppressive lens when dealing with clients dealing with a variety of clinical and social issues. My approach is rooted in warmth and compassion. I have experience working with a variety of issues such as marriage and Family, transitions such as divorce and separation, social issues in child welfare as it pertains to family reunification and advocacy. I specialize in Racialize Trauma and it's contribution to other mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and mental illness routed in internalized oppression and trauma.

practicing psychotherapy, clinical supervision, life coaching, consultation, training, and counselling through individual, couple family, and group formats. expertise in imental health (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma); addictions (substances, problem gambling, eating, sex, and internet); concurrent disorders; developmental disability (ASD, MID, LD, ADHD, ODD); dual diagnosis; rehabilitation (MVA, WSIB, OWN, LTD, RTW, mTBI, and traumatic injuries); chronic illness (chronic pain and other chronic medical conditions); return to work, parenting (child and youth); couples and marital relationship, personal wellbeing/development.

We all need support in navigating life’s hardships, which can leave us feeling stuck, alone and overwhelmed. I strive to create a safe, caring, collaborative and supportive environment for you to explore life’s hardships, while also encouraging you to recognize your strengths. It is important for me to create connection, understanding, compassion, empathy and self-growth in your therapeutic experience. My goal is to support you in developing tools and coping strategies, while also digging deeper to create understanding of the underlying origin of patterns and themes within your life that are no longer serving you.

My approach as therapist is to provide a supportive environment, serving as a container to explorer and access inner potential. Therapeutic sessions includes narrative psychotherapies, expressive arts therapy, client centred to name some. I believe when we provide the right conditions for ourselves, we open doors to growth rediscovering our own potentials within. I facilitate sessions tailored to serve clients on their individualized needs, on a mutual, trusting, collaborative connection. Exploring tools within and finding meaningful life. In private practice since 2007, I am a Registered Psychotherapist. On Palliative Care sector.

As a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals facing a wide range of mental health challenges. My top specialties include depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. However, my practice extends to addressing various issues such as ADHD, antisocial personality disorder, autism, borderline personality disorder (BPD), chronic illness, chronic pain, developmental disorders, domestic violence, drug abuse, dual diagnosis, eating disorders, family conflict, grief, infidelity, narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

I have experience working with individuals experiencing mental health issues and those living with mental illnesses such as Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety as well as those living with a dual diagnosis. My hope is to work with individuals in creating a sense of stability in areas that may find overwhelming and isolating.

***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I am a client-centered, trauma-informed practicing queer social worker. I specialize in clinical practice; as well as, connecting my clients to appropriate community services and supports. I am committed to serving diverse communities as a social worker and advocate. I specialize in aiding 2SLGBTQIA communities with a focus on folks who identify as transgender/non gender conforming/fluid. Moreover, I have years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, dual diagnosis, mental health, specifically mood disorders, and trauma.

I am a doctoral level psychologist with 12 years of clinical and research experience. I provide assessment, therapy, and consultation to help children, adolescents, and adults through academic, social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties. By building a genuine and caring therapeutic relationship, I help clients adapt and grow when faced with challenges. I also guide my clients to tap into their strengths so that they can make the most comfortable choices in order to move forward. Along the way, we work together to create new strategies while modifying existing ones so that clients and their families will become more resilient.

Kate Best earned her Master of Science in Social Work degree at Columbia University in New York City. Her training has focused on mental health and addictions treatment in a multitude of settings. Upon completion of her Masters Degree, Kate became a founding clinician at a dual diagnosis treatment centre in New York City. Upon returning to Toronto, Kate worked for a number of years as an addictions clinician at a substance abuse treatment centre where she specialized in the treatment of individuals, groups, couples, and families struggling with addiction and other mental health issues. Kate has been in private practice since 2014.

Marty Lampkin (she/her) is a compassionate and dedicated counsellor, clinical social worker, Professor and social justice advocate who grounds her practice in an Anti-oppression, Anti-colonial and decolonizing methods. I firmly believes that interlocking systems of oppression ingrained in our society contribute to personal life challenges children, youth and adults experience. As a counsellor I work to explore these intersections through a holistic perspective to help clients recognize their strength and resilience to reach their personal goals.

I have over 25 years of experience in the field of Healthcare, with extensive experience working with clients with mental health issues, addiction issues, and court-related issues. During this time, I have worked with individuals of varying ages, couples, families and groups. I see people with a varied range of issues including mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar), trauma, borderline personality, issues of psychosis, phobias, obsessive compulsive behaviours, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, sexual issues, conduct disorder, anger issues and behavioural concerns.

Leslie has devoted her life to supporting and advocating for her community through schools, mental health services, community outreach programs and recovery centres as a Case Manager and Primary Therapist. She was an in-service trainer and representative with Tourette Canada .

Dr. Zdzieborski is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. He has extensive experience in providing psychological consultation, assessment, and intervention services to children and adolescents who experience complex mental health, neurodevelopmental, and risk and safety concerns. For more information, please feel free to check out Dr. Zdzieborski's website at drdanzdzieborski.com. Look forward to hearing from you!

Hi, I'm Emily! It was apparent to me from a very young age that I wanted to pursue a career in counselling. It wasn’t until I got diagnosed with IBS and Crohn’s that I began directing my career towards helping others navigate similar struggles. Recognizing the complexities of living with a chronic health condition and autoimmune disease, my goal is to work collaboratively with individuals to regain control of their lives using various evidence-based practices that encourage self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-development. Sessions with me also include healthcare system navigation, psychoeducation, and advocacy skill building.

We live in a time where we are more connected to each other than ever before, and yet many people feel very alone. Depending on our backgrounds, personalities, and mental and physical health histories, our ability to cope with the inevitable challenges that come throughout life will vary. It can be hard to recognize when we are struggling and even harder to reach out for help.

I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist providing integrated and holistic individual therapy for trauma and stress-related disorders; relationships; grief and loss; depression; anxiety; anger; complex mental health; as well as couples therapy. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment for sharing and growth based on your individual needs. Together we will work towards building an understanding of areas that have become problematic to you and examine how they have shaped your experiences.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or dealing with past trauma? Are you looking for a non-judgmental and safe space to talk? Are you seeking a way to move forward in your life, develop new coping strategies, build healthier relationships, and make decisions? I specialize in working with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood challenges, motivation, perfectionism, grief, and trauma recovery. I am skilled at supporting women who have experienced interpersonal violence, relational trauma, sexual abuse, systemic oppression, and substance use.