Therapists in Mono, ON
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Ann Merton
Psychological Associate, MEd, DTS, MA, CPsych, Assoc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mono, ON L9W
I am registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario in Clinical and School Psychology for children, teens and adults. I approach my work from a holistic perspective that includes care for body, mind, and spirit. This holistic approach to psychological treatment works cooperatively with medical, naturopathic and alternative treatment modalities to promote wellness. Because I work with people from around the province of Ontario, my treatment sessions are usually provided via secure videoconferencing. This means no travel time & you can do the session from your most comfortable private place with a strong wifi connection.
I am registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario in Clinical and School Psychology for children, teens and adults. I approach my work from a holistic perspective that includes care for body, mind, and spirit. This holistic approach to psychological treatment works cooperatively with medical, naturopathic and alternative treatment modalities to promote wellness. Because I work with people from around the province of Ontario, my treatment sessions are usually provided via secure videoconferencing. This means no travel time & you can do the session from your most comfortable private place with a strong wifi connection.
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At WindHorse Psychology, our experienced clinicians provide caring and confidential psychological assessment & treatment services for children, teens, & adults. We help with a wide range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief/loss, trauma, illness, stress, parenting, workplace injury (WSIB), and informed care for First Responders. Treatment approaches include CBT, CPT, DBT, EMDR, & other modalities. Clinicians available also include Reg. Psychotherapists, MSW, RN, & a Wellness Coach (personalised nutrition/fitness plans). Psychoeducational Assessments are currently available.
At WindHorse Psychology, our experienced clinicians provide caring and confidential psychological assessment & treatment services for children, teens, & adults. We help with a wide range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief/loss, trauma, illness, stress, parenting, workplace injury (WSIB), and informed care for First Responders. Treatment approaches include CBT, CPT, DBT, EMDR, & other modalities. Clinicians available also include Reg. Psychotherapists, MSW, RN, & a Wellness Coach (personalised nutrition/fitness plans). Psychoeducational Assessments are currently available.
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Edward S Davey
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orangeville, ON L9W (Online Only)
My areas of speciality include; depression, anxiety, ADHD, and managing certain personality disorders including (but not limited to) borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and social anxiety. Other areas of focus include professional and/or workplace struggles/development including (but not limited to); procrastination, motivation, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism. My goal is to work with my clients towards recognizing and understanding exactly what is hindering their personal growth and acting as a barrier against success.
My areas of speciality include; depression, anxiety, ADHD, and managing certain personality disorders including (but not limited to) borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and social anxiety. Other areas of focus include professional and/or workplace struggles/development including (but not limited to); procrastination, motivation, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism. My goal is to work with my clients towards recognizing and understanding exactly what is hindering their personal growth and acting as a barrier against success.
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Shanna-Kay Stephens
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orangeville, ON L9W
Clients seek counselling for a variety of reasons - relationship difficulties, marital problems, workplace stress, parent-child conflict, family dysfunction, anger, depression, grief, and major losses and changes in their lives. At times people become tired of the way they perceive or undervalue themselves or conversely, they may be tired of communicating with their partners, children, and others in a non-effective way. This may create high stress levels, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, and hopelessness, and as a result they may feel lost, misunderstood, or caught in a never-ending cycle and are seeking a different outcome.
Clients seek counselling for a variety of reasons - relationship difficulties, marital problems, workplace stress, parent-child conflict, family dysfunction, anger, depression, grief, and major losses and changes in their lives. At times people become tired of the way they perceive or undervalue themselves or conversely, they may be tired of communicating with their partners, children, and others in a non-effective way. This may create high stress levels, anxiety, sadness, loneliness, and hopelessness, and as a result they may feel lost, misunderstood, or caught in a never-ending cycle and are seeking a different outcome.
Online Therapists
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Storrie, Velikonja and Associates
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, CCAT(MB, CMLE(O)
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7R
Storrie, Velikonja and Associates provide psychological, neuropsychological, psychovocational, and psychoeducational assessment services. We offer treatment of mood difficulties, brain injury, learning disorders, communication, parenting issues, and PTSD in first responders. Our multidisciplinary clinics target concussion, dementia, and autism. We also work with a wide range of mood disorder and personality challenges across the life span.
Storrie, Velikonja and Associates provide psychological, neuropsychological, psychovocational, and psychoeducational assessment services. We offer treatment of mood difficulties, brain injury, learning disorders, communication, parenting issues, and PTSD in first responders. Our multidisciplinary clinics target concussion, dementia, and autism. We also work with a wide range of mood disorder and personality challenges across the life span.
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Chrissy Gallo-Nizic
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M9A (Online Only)
I specialize in ADHD, autism, self esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, codependency, family conflict, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, parenting, education and learning disabilities, school issues, women's issues, LGBTQ+, and more.
Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and youth. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Relational, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
I specialize in ADHD, autism, self esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, codependency, family conflict, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, parenting, education and learning disabilities, school issues, women's issues, LGBTQ+, and more.
Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and youth. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Relational, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
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ADHD => Abloom Therapy: Neuroaffirmative, IFS
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4B (Online Only)
I am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education and learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, and more.
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
I am trauma informed and specialize in ADHD, autism, education and learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, LGBTQ+, peer relationships, codependency, parenting, and more.
Hi, my name is Chrissy Gallo - RP (Qualifying), MACP, CYC, SSW. Sometimes, our experiences can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and dysregulated. These emotions can impact our relationships with others and our relationships with ourselves. I encourage therapeutic growth by nurturing the inner child, making peace with the inner critic, and reconnecting clients with their authentic sense of self. I value the healing impact of our parts being seen, heard, validated, and accepted. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person-Centered, Self-Compassion, Existential, Narrative, Strength-based, Attachment-based, and Polyvagal Theory.
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Anna Ryder
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Georgina, ON L4P (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you deal with ADHD, ASD, LD, or ODD? Is your child (10+) struggling with any of these concerns? Is your child transitioning from grade school to high school? Or high school to post-secondary? I deeply appreciate the opportunity to support people in learning about themselves, their strengths and ways to self-advocate for meeting their needs and goals. Working in special education has given me strategies and abilities to work with individuals addressing anxiety, school and peer-related issues, self-esteem, and executive functioning challenges.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you deal with ADHD, ASD, LD, or ODD? Is your child (10+) struggling with any of these concerns? Is your child transitioning from grade school to high school? Or high school to post-secondary? I deeply appreciate the opportunity to support people in learning about themselves, their strengths and ways to self-advocate for meeting their needs and goals. Working in special education has given me strategies and abilities to work with individuals addressing anxiety, school and peer-related issues, self-esteem, and executive functioning challenges.
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Voted Top 5 in Toronto for Best Psychotherapists in 2021, NKS Therapy is a team of psychotherapists, marriage/family therapists, counsellors and life coaches in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Oakville who specialize in mental health support for adults, couples, teenagers, and families. With multiple experts on the NKS Therapy team, we will help you achieve your goals through a deeper understanding of yourself, and help you make conscious choices today. We offer sessions virtually & in-person. Start living a better life today with a FREE 15-minute therapy consultation! A Happier, Healthier, Better Version of Yourself awaits.
Voted Top 5 in Toronto for Best Psychotherapists in 2021, NKS Therapy is a team of psychotherapists, marriage/family therapists, counsellors and life coaches in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Oakville who specialize in mental health support for adults, couples, teenagers, and families. With multiple experts on the NKS Therapy team, we will help you achieve your goals through a deeper understanding of yourself, and help you make conscious choices today. We offer sessions virtually & in-person. Start living a better life today with a FREE 15-minute therapy consultation! A Happier, Healthier, Better Version of Yourself awaits.
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Sherelle Schoburgh
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scarborough, ON M1J
Accepting NEW patients-therapy for kids, youth & adults! Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other mental healh issues? Do you/your kids find it hard to focus or withdrawing/isolating? Are your kids feeling pressurized by their peers, getting into trouble at school?I can help. I am here to help you/your kids find healthy coping mechanisms, have a safe & supportive outlet and help you reach your goals. Therapy can be difficult for some individuals; however I am able to build a strong rapport and encourage clients to feel comfortable sharing their story.
Accepting NEW patients-therapy for kids, youth & adults! Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other mental healh issues? Do you/your kids find it hard to focus or withdrawing/isolating? Are your kids feeling pressurized by their peers, getting into trouble at school?I can help. I am here to help you/your kids find healthy coping mechanisms, have a safe & supportive outlet and help you reach your goals. Therapy can be difficult for some individuals; however I am able to build a strong rapport and encourage clients to feel comfortable sharing their story.
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Karen T Kemp Psychology Professional Corporation
Psychologist, MPsych, CPsych
Verified Verified
Aurora, ON L4G (Online Only)
I have over 15 years of clinical experience in adult and children's mental health. I provide assessments and treatment services for children, youth, adults, couples and families. I work with individuals experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, trauma, bullying, marital difficulties, bereavement and other life challenges. In addition, I administer psychological assessments to better understand the behavioural, emotional and learning challenges your child or you as an adult may be experiencing.
I have over 15 years of clinical experience in adult and children's mental health. I provide assessments and treatment services for children, youth, adults, couples and families. I work with individuals experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, trauma, bullying, marital difficulties, bereavement and other life challenges. In addition, I administer psychological assessments to better understand the behavioural, emotional and learning challenges your child or you as an adult may be experiencing.
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7N (Online Only)
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
Currently, we provide online counseling services exclusively, featuring a talented team of counselors from diverse backgrounds who can tackle a wide range of mental health issues. Our primary goal is to nurture the holistic well-being of our clients, addressing their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects through exceptional counseling services. We cater to individuals, couples, and families, tailoring our approach for each unique client. In the event of client dissatisfaction with a therapist, we pledge to either find an appropriate replacement or suggest an unaffiliated alternative expert to ensure their needs are met.
![Photo of Marla McGregor - The Therapy Centre, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8644ef95-9628-479a-a58d-c8d3e1b1935d/1/320x400.jpeg)
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
The Therapy Centre is a full service psychology practice. We offer services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We offer psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment services for a wide variety of issues listed below. All of our clinicians are well trained in empirically validated treatment models, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. Each of our clinicians has an area of expertise and tailors treatment to target therapeutic goals.
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Welcome and thank you for having a look at my profile. I have worked in the field in various treatment capacities supporting children and youth for close to 25 years. I believe in a strength based and client focused approach. I support clients by building on their personal strengths and support the client in establishing new strategies and coping methods. I have an extensive background and knowledge of various treatment approaches. My therapeutic approach is tailored to my clients' presenting challenges and needs.
Welcome and thank you for having a look at my profile. I have worked in the field in various treatment capacities supporting children and youth for close to 25 years. I believe in a strength based and client focused approach. I support clients by building on their personal strengths and support the client in establishing new strategies and coping methods. I have an extensive background and knowledge of various treatment approaches. My therapeutic approach is tailored to my clients' presenting challenges and needs.
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Congratulations on taking the first step to open a new door for your life journey by finding a therapist here! Each of us has a unique journey in life where we encounter difficult situations and challenges. How we tackle and view these situations and challenges is influenced by our past experiences. While we cannot physically go back to change our past, we can begin writing and rewriting a new chapter of this story. Change has never been easy, and I am pleased to be your self-discovery ally to understand, empower and guide you toward your inner self and new possibilities.
Congratulations on taking the first step to open a new door for your life journey by finding a therapist here! Each of us has a unique journey in life where we encounter difficult situations and challenges. How we tackle and view these situations and challenges is influenced by our past experiences. While we cannot physically go back to change our past, we can begin writing and rewriting a new chapter of this story. Change has never been easy, and I am pleased to be your self-discovery ally to understand, empower and guide you toward your inner self and new possibilities.
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Has your child received a new diagnosis? Or maybe you and your child are looking to try some new strategies to help with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and executive functioning? Living in a world designed for neurotypicals can be quite challenging when your brain works differently! I am a neurodivergent-affirming Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who enjoys working with children and teens on the spectrum, and/or have ADHD. As an RP (Qualifying), I integrate my 10+ years of work experience outside of the field of psychotherapy working with neurodivergent people into my strengths-based practice.
Has your child received a new diagnosis? Or maybe you and your child are looking to try some new strategies to help with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and executive functioning? Living in a world designed for neurotypicals can be quite challenging when your brain works differently! I am a neurodivergent-affirming Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who enjoys working with children and teens on the spectrum, and/or have ADHD. As an RP (Qualifying), I integrate my 10+ years of work experience outside of the field of psychotherapy working with neurodivergent people into my strengths-based practice.
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Mindful Psychology & Wellness Centre
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vaughan, ON L4L
"How do I help my child keep their cool?" "How do I connect with my teen?" Parenting is hard. In fact, it may be the hardest thing we do in our lives. We live in a world that is increasingly becoming busier, competitive, and full of stressors. At Mindful Psychology and Wellness Centre we are here to support your family's journey and guide you in nurturing kindness, resilience, and confidence in your child and your relationship with them. As parents and professionals, we know how tricky life can get and we are here to help you find the right care for you.
"How do I help my child keep their cool?" "How do I connect with my teen?" Parenting is hard. In fact, it may be the hardest thing we do in our lives. We live in a world that is increasingly becoming busier, competitive, and full of stressors. At Mindful Psychology and Wellness Centre we are here to support your family's journey and guide you in nurturing kindness, resilience, and confidence in your child and your relationship with them. As parents and professionals, we know how tricky life can get and we are here to help you find the right care for you.
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Chenelle Loveday-Wight
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, Hons BA
Verified Verified
Owen Sound, ON N4K (Online Only)
I am a Registered Psychotherapist working in the Grey County area that I have always called home. I offer a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for my clients virtually or in person, where we can work together collaboratively to identify and achieve their goals with positive solutions that fit their individual lifestyles. Working from a holistic perspective, I like to help individuals reflect on all of the diverse factors related to their challenges, but also those contributing to their strengths. Flexible scheduling is available with day and evening appointments.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist working in the Grey County area that I have always called home. I offer a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for my clients virtually or in person, where we can work together collaboratively to identify and achieve their goals with positive solutions that fit their individual lifestyles. Working from a holistic perspective, I like to help individuals reflect on all of the diverse factors related to their challenges, but also those contributing to their strengths. Flexible scheduling is available with day and evening appointments.
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We offer private In-person, phone and video Counselling and Psychotherapy services in Paris, Ontario. Are you struggling to understand and cope with challenges in your personal or professional life? Cobblestone Counselling and Psychotherapy group offers children, individuals, families and couples counselling. Like all services at Cobblestone, Counselling services are focused on treating people holistically. We see the person as a whole and employ a person centred, collaborative and integrative approach to counselling and therapy. Finding a therapist uniquely fitting to your needs is significant to us at Cobblestone.
We offer private In-person, phone and video Counselling and Psychotherapy services in Paris, Ontario. Are you struggling to understand and cope with challenges in your personal or professional life? Cobblestone Counselling and Psychotherapy group offers children, individuals, families and couples counselling. Like all services at Cobblestone, Counselling services are focused on treating people holistically. We see the person as a whole and employ a person centred, collaborative and integrative approach to counselling and therapy. Finding a therapist uniquely fitting to your needs is significant to us at Cobblestone.
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Lakeview Psychology is a private psychology clinic in Barrie, Ontario. The practice offers a wide range of psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. Services are provided in a confidential and welcoming setting. Your comfort, safety and privacy are an utmost priority.
Lakeview Psychology is a private psychology clinic in Barrie, Ontario. The practice offers a wide range of psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. Services are provided in a confidential and welcoming setting. Your comfort, safety and privacy are an utmost priority.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.