Existential Therapists in London, ON
I use a mix of approaches in sessions including Internal Family Systems Therapy, relational approaches, emotion focused, and existential therapy with systemic impacts in mind.
June 2024: waitlist started. I'm happy you’ve found my page. I understand that reaching out to a therapist can be daunting, especially if you have had difficulties with other services in the past. I have a particular passion for working with members of the LGBQ, Trans, and Nonbinary communities to challenge internalized transphobia and homophobias. I am also skilled at working with people who experience anxiety, depression, BPD, and other challenges with mental health, and I love to work with youth and kids.
I use a mix of approaches in sessions including Internal Family Systems Therapy, relational approaches, emotion focused, and existential therapy with systemic impacts in mind.
June 2024: waitlist started. I'm happy you’ve found my page. I understand that reaching out to a therapist can be daunting, especially if you have had difficulties with other services in the past. I have a particular passion for working with members of the LGBQ, Trans, and Nonbinary communities to challenge internalized transphobia and homophobias. I am also skilled at working with people who experience anxiety, depression, BPD, and other challenges with mental health, and I love to work with youth and kids.
Paula Birtch
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BKin
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. There are times in our lives that we can all benefit from being with another human in safe, nurturing, connected space. I am passionate about cultivating such spaces where you can share your story, be heard, held, and seen with compassion. It is my hope you can become empowered to lean into the voice of your own body, mind, and intuition. My personal and professional experiences have influenced training in family systems, mood & personality disorders, adoption, grief & loss, trauma, life transitions, perfectionism, and existential/spiritual/religious concerns.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. There are times in our lives that we can all benefit from being with another human in safe, nurturing, connected space. I am passionate about cultivating such spaces where you can share your story, be heard, held, and seen with compassion. It is my hope you can become empowered to lean into the voice of your own body, mind, and intuition. My personal and professional experiences have influenced training in family systems, mood & personality disorders, adoption, grief & loss, trauma, life transitions, perfectionism, and existential/spiritual/religious concerns.
Marnie Wedlake
Registered Psychotherapist, HonsBA, MEd, PhD, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6H (Online Only)
My interests: Workplace traumas, bullying, constructive dismissal, psychologically unsafe workplaces, unanticipated job loss/end. The Mother Wound. Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs). Wounded healers. Existential despair, i.e. feeling lost/adrift in life, lack of meaning & purpose. Not realizing one’s potential. Issues stemming from childhood trauma. Difficult life transitions, life endings, e.g. retirement, relationship endings. Support for withdrawal from psychiatric drugs. Dissociation, depersonalization, dis-integration in response to trauma. Many come to me when they’ve exhausted options provided by mainstream mental healthcare.
My interests: Workplace traumas, bullying, constructive dismissal, psychologically unsafe workplaces, unanticipated job loss/end. The Mother Wound. Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs). Wounded healers. Existential despair, i.e. feeling lost/adrift in life, lack of meaning & purpose. Not realizing one’s potential. Issues stemming from childhood trauma. Difficult life transitions, life endings, e.g. retirement, relationship endings. Support for withdrawal from psychiatric drugs. Dissociation, depersonalization, dis-integration in response to trauma. Many come to me when they’ve exhausted options provided by mainstream mental healthcare.
My foundation is based on humanistic- existential theory, which acknowledges the mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and relational aspects of being human.
Life is stressful and can be hard to endure. Everyone can benefit from having someone to talk to who is non-judgmental, validating, and empathetic. And, if more is required, having someone who is skilled with evidence-based strategies and tools. My priorities during our first few visits will be: listening to your story to understand who you are, how you see and experience the world; beginning to collaborate through inquiry, exploration, and observation to view your challenges from various angles; and co-creating a pathway for growth and change that is most suitable for you. It is important you feel safe, heard, seen, and valued.
My foundation is based on humanistic- existential theory, which acknowledges the mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and relational aspects of being human.
Life is stressful and can be hard to endure. Everyone can benefit from having someone to talk to who is non-judgmental, validating, and empathetic. And, if more is required, having someone who is skilled with evidence-based strategies and tools. My priorities during our first few visits will be: listening to your story to understand who you are, how you see and experience the world; beginning to collaborate through inquiry, exploration, and observation to view your challenges from various angles; and co-creating a pathway for growth and change that is most suitable for you. It is important you feel safe, heard, seen, and valued.
Tina Pirvali
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A (Online Only)
Investing in our wellbeing has life changing benefits! As your therapist, I utilize empowering evidence-based theories such as Adlerian and Existential psychology.
Low cost therapy - first session FREE! Mental health is essential for living a fulfilling life! If you are struggling with unresolved trauma, unhealthy thinking patterns, and compulsive behaviours, you deserve to overcome these challenges and to live in peace.
Investing in our wellbeing has life changing benefits! As your therapist, I utilize empowering evidence-based theories such as Adlerian and Existential psychology.
Low cost therapy - first session FREE! Mental health is essential for living a fulfilling life! If you are struggling with unresolved trauma, unhealthy thinking patterns, and compulsive behaviours, you deserve to overcome these challenges and to live in peace.
Has work stress been keeping you up at night? Do you feel stuck, frustrated, and drained? What about your relationships? Are you feeling sad, anxious, or unsure? Have you gone through a recent life transition, such as leaving for post-secondary, a job change, or retirement? Perhaps you’ve endured the loss of a loved one or a special pet. Maybe you have a health issue, or are a senior, trying to navigate the loss of some functionality. Or are you someone who has struggled with sharing something from your past and feel that it may be time to discuss it?
Has work stress been keeping you up at night? Do you feel stuck, frustrated, and drained? What about your relationships? Are you feeling sad, anxious, or unsure? Have you gone through a recent life transition, such as leaving for post-secondary, a job change, or retirement? Perhaps you’ve endured the loss of a loved one or a special pet. Maybe you have a health issue, or are a senior, trying to navigate the loss of some functionality. Or are you someone who has struggled with sharing something from your past and feel that it may be time to discuss it?
Deleigh Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6G (Online Only)
Diane is a therapist and social worker who has a deep passion for supporting individuals, couples and families through the emotional impacts that significant life changes, such as trauma, anxiety and depression, relational, grief, loss and emergency crises has brought on. Diane is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). Diane holds a Masters in Social Work (MSW), and a Bachelors in Social Work, from the University of Windsor and Ryerson University, in addition to becoming a certified Psychotherapist, with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
Diane is a therapist and social worker who has a deep passion for supporting individuals, couples and families through the emotional impacts that significant life changes, such as trauma, anxiety and depression, relational, grief, loss and emergency crises has brought on. Diane is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). Diane holds a Masters in Social Work (MSW), and a Bachelors in Social Work, from the University of Windsor and Ryerson University, in addition to becoming a certified Psychotherapist, with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
Life can be hard. We're here to help. Struggling? Stuck? Overwhelmed? Looking for help moving forward? We can support you in moving toward your goals. We have experience in providing both brief and longer-term treatment that is evidence-based (i.e., shown to work). We're less interested in labels or in figuring out what’s “broken”, and instead focus on helping you to feel centred and "on track". We try to help you within your timeframe. We see the psychologist and client both as “real people”, having “real” conversations, about “real life”, to make real changes and real movement toward goals that are really important to you.
Life can be hard. We're here to help. Struggling? Stuck? Overwhelmed? Looking for help moving forward? We can support you in moving toward your goals. We have experience in providing both brief and longer-term treatment that is evidence-based (i.e., shown to work). We're less interested in labels or in figuring out what’s “broken”, and instead focus on helping you to feel centred and "on track". We try to help you within your timeframe. We see the psychologist and client both as “real people”, having “real” conversations, about “real life”, to make real changes and real movement toward goals that are really important to you.
Kylie Banks
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N5V (Online Only)
Today, navigating day-to-day life has never been more challenging. Have you felt unable to live your authentic self? Knowing it is time for a change but unable to allow yourself to ask for help? For many experiencing gender-identity issues can feel especially anxiety provoking. I aim to help those struggling with understanding themselves.
Today, navigating day-to-day life has never been more challenging. Have you felt unable to live your authentic self? Knowing it is time for a change but unable to allow yourself to ask for help? For many experiencing gender-identity issues can feel especially anxiety provoking. I aim to help those struggling with understanding themselves.
Gabrielle Ferguson - Grief Therap
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, GC-C, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N5Z
Seeking out a therapist is a courageous step toward positive change, especially when you are feeling overwhelmed. So already I'm cheering for you about that ! I specialize in working with individuals who have faced significant challenges and understand the profound impact these experiences can have on thoughts and behaviors. My core belief is that true thriving begins with a sense of safety. If you don't have a safe person to turn to, I'm here for you, ready to provide that support.
Seeking out a therapist is a courageous step toward positive change, especially when you are feeling overwhelmed. So already I'm cheering for you about that ! I specialize in working with individuals who have faced significant challenges and understand the profound impact these experiences can have on thoughts and behaviors. My core belief is that true thriving begins with a sense of safety. If you don't have a safe person to turn to, I'm here for you, ready to provide that support.
LDS Mental Health and Counseling Services
MA, MSc, AFCC, OSP
Verified Verified
London, ON N5V (Online Only)
*CURRENTLY ONLY ONLINE SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE*. Born to immigrant parents in Ontario, I was raised in a culturally rich environment. I am fluent in Slovak, English, and French. I hold a Bachelor of Education, and Masters Degrees in the arts and sciences, with emphasis on mental health counselling and pharmacology. I have been directly exposed to the effects of war on survivors and their families. Moreover, I have experienced the ravages of chronic illness, terminal illness, caregiver burnout, marriage, divorce, and therefore, family dynamics, and ageism. I have been working with children and families for many years.
*CURRENTLY ONLY ONLINE SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE*. Born to immigrant parents in Ontario, I was raised in a culturally rich environment. I am fluent in Slovak, English, and French. I hold a Bachelor of Education, and Masters Degrees in the arts and sciences, with emphasis on mental health counselling and pharmacology. I have been directly exposed to the effects of war on survivors and their families. Moreover, I have experienced the ravages of chronic illness, terminal illness, caregiver burnout, marriage, divorce, and therefore, family dynamics, and ageism. I have been working with children and families for many years.
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A mental health crisis is affecting us all. Treatment should be accessible to everyone. With this in mind, I am offering short-term therapy with specific mental health goals, such as stress management, depression and anxiety. Providing this goal-oriented focus helps to keep therapy accessible for more clients and faster. It would be my pleasure to make it possible for you to reach those goals. Please send me an email, we will discuss your needs and your goals. Please note that I am still providing long-term therapy.
A mental health crisis is affecting us all. Treatment should be accessible to everyone. With this in mind, I am offering short-term therapy with specific mental health goals, such as stress management, depression and anxiety. Providing this goal-oriented focus helps to keep therapy accessible for more clients and faster. It would be my pleasure to make it possible for you to reach those goals. Please send me an email, we will discuss your needs and your goals. Please note that I am still providing long-term therapy.
Amy Forristal
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CYW, MA, GIT dip
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
London, ON N6G (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Come as you are, stressed, lost, angry, overwhelmed, broken, I meet you where you're at without judgment. I offer a holistic process that support you to increase awareness, refine inner attunement, and develop self exploration around the challenges or transformations you seek. Together we'll authentically explore different tools and approaches that prove most effective or well-suited to your unique needs. Discovering the right combination of support that helps gets you through difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Accepting New Clients. Come as you are, stressed, lost, angry, overwhelmed, broken, I meet you where you're at without judgment. I offer a holistic process that support you to increase awareness, refine inner attunement, and develop self exploration around the challenges or transformations you seek. Together we'll authentically explore different tools and approaches that prove most effective or well-suited to your unique needs. Discovering the right combination of support that helps gets you through difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
We all oscillate between different states of mental wellbeing throughout our lives, and I find meaning in helping people forge a path towards a consistent baseline of wellness. Regardless of what brought you to seek therapy, I look forward to connecting with you and helping you draw on your own resiliency to name and build toward your goals.
We all oscillate between different states of mental wellbeing throughout our lives, and I find meaning in helping people forge a path towards a consistent baseline of wellness. Regardless of what brought you to seek therapy, I look forward to connecting with you and helping you draw on your own resiliency to name and build toward your goals.
When you are struggling with your mental health, the anguish can feel unbearable. Perhaps you’ve been lost in depression or have been living with persistent anxiety. Your body might ache, or hold chronic pain. You might have lost a loved one through a death or through relational breakdown, and you are struggling to cope with the grief of such a dramatic change to your life. Maybe a loved one is facing terminal illness and you have deep sorrow or questions about what happens next. You might be a trauma survivor looking to rebuild your life. If any of these issues apply to you, I can help you.
When you are struggling with your mental health, the anguish can feel unbearable. Perhaps you’ve been lost in depression or have been living with persistent anxiety. Your body might ache, or hold chronic pain. You might have lost a loved one through a death or through relational breakdown, and you are struggling to cope with the grief of such a dramatic change to your life. Maybe a loved one is facing terminal illness and you have deep sorrow or questions about what happens next. You might be a trauma survivor looking to rebuild your life. If any of these issues apply to you, I can help you.
Binczak Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CSAT, CCAC, CCS-AC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B (Online Only)
Are you seeking a supportive outlet to address childhood issues, navigate traumatic events, manage anger spells, and alleviate feelings of depression or anxiety? If so, I invite you to explore healthier alternatives than the temporary relief found in alcohol, shopping sprees, or excessive consumption of adult content. If you've found yourself preoccupied with non-medical drug use or starting your day with a sweet treat to trigger a rush of dopamine, it may be time to examine these patterns. Discover how to regain control over your thoughts and emotions, and explore the connection between your behaviours and past experiences.
Are you seeking a supportive outlet to address childhood issues, navigate traumatic events, manage anger spells, and alleviate feelings of depression or anxiety? If so, I invite you to explore healthier alternatives than the temporary relief found in alcohol, shopping sprees, or excessive consumption of adult content. If you've found yourself preoccupied with non-medical drug use or starting your day with a sweet treat to trigger a rush of dopamine, it may be time to examine these patterns. Discover how to regain control over your thoughts and emotions, and explore the connection between your behaviours and past experiences.
I am seasoned and passionate therapist and I believe the clients have to look for the "best fit" therapist and they will be the judge of the work I do. My approach is completely through emotional intelligence, mindfulness, with care, respect, and evidence based approach, knowing that client is not broken or need to be "fixed" yet might need someone non-judgmental with compassionate heart and mind to be fully present in their space or journey.
I am seasoned and passionate therapist and I believe the clients have to look for the "best fit" therapist and they will be the judge of the work I do. My approach is completely through emotional intelligence, mindfulness, with care, respect, and evidence based approach, knowing that client is not broken or need to be "fixed" yet might need someone non-judgmental with compassionate heart and mind to be fully present in their space or journey.
Chris Chmielewski
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
I hope to create a safe and attentive environment that focuses on you, the client, and our collaborative journey towards your therapeutic goals. I offer a warm and inclusive space where we can engage in heartfelt conversations while fostering a deep understanding of your experiences and the moments that have shaped you, your life and your journey. Together, we'll collaborate to create a fresh framework for self-development and understanding within a caring and compassionate environment.
I hope to create a safe and attentive environment that focuses on you, the client, and our collaborative journey towards your therapeutic goals. I offer a warm and inclusive space where we can engage in heartfelt conversations while fostering a deep understanding of your experiences and the moments that have shaped you, your life and your journey. Together, we'll collaborate to create a fresh framework for self-development and understanding within a caring and compassionate environment.
Dela Lubin - Counselling And Consulting Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
London, ON N6E (Online Only)
Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.
Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.
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How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioural therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.