AEDP Therapists in Oakville, ON
I use a variety of approaches in my clinical practice, including Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy ( AEDP), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Brainspotting, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I believe that true transformation can only occur when you feel safe, understood, deeply felt, seen and heard. I will always strive to ensure that you feel compassionately held and empowered by supporting you with getting in touch with what is blocking you-fears, hurts, unhelpful thought patterns, emotional wounds, and so forth. I have worked with countless individuals to help them recognize their inherent goodness, and have experience addressing various issues including low self-esteem, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, and the impacts of childhood abuse.
I use a variety of approaches in my clinical practice, including Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy ( AEDP), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Brainspotting, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I believe that true transformation can only occur when you feel safe, understood, deeply felt, seen and heard. I will always strive to ensure that you feel compassionately held and empowered by supporting you with getting in touch with what is blocking you-fears, hurts, unhelpful thought patterns, emotional wounds, and so forth. I have worked with countless individuals to help them recognize their inherent goodness, and have experience addressing various issues including low self-esteem, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, and the impacts of childhood abuse.
Your Lifetime Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MD, MACP, RP, PMP, CCRP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
I wear many professional hats. I am an MD, MACP, RP, a Clinical Researcher, a Project Management Professional, a Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.
I wear many professional hats. I am an MD, MACP, RP, a Clinical Researcher, a Project Management Professional, a Professor at George Brown College, previously an instructor for 15 years at UofT and a family oriented female. I am a published author in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, International Diabetes Federation and the Journal of European Society of Cardiology. I have a number of years worth of work experience in mental health. I have taken care of clients in the in/out patient settings. I believe in providing a non-judgmental and safe space for people to share. My aim is to build stronger communities.
Shauna Lynn Switzer
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, RP, C Hyp
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
At times, many of us contend with emotions and suffering that are overwhelmingly painful, disheartening and difficult to bear, often as a result of unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families and step-families using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, interpersonal psychotherapy, and DBT/CBT within neuroscience and attachment frameworks. I encouraged clients to access inner strengths and free their capacity for growth. Whether you or a family member experience depression, anxiety, marital distress or difficulties with peers, you deserve support in a confidential, accepting, safe and caring environment.
At times, many of us contend with emotions and suffering that are overwhelmingly painful, disheartening and difficult to bear, often as a result of unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families and step-families using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, interpersonal psychotherapy, and DBT/CBT within neuroscience and attachment frameworks. I encouraged clients to access inner strengths and free their capacity for growth. Whether you or a family member experience depression, anxiety, marital distress or difficulties with peers, you deserve support in a confidential, accepting, safe and caring environment.
Shauna Lynn Switzer
Registered Psychotherapist, MCP, MA, CHyp, RP#6934
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
At times, many of us contend with emotions and suffering that are overwhelmingly painful, disheartening and difficult to bear, often as a result of unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families and step-families using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, interpersonal psychotherapy, and DBT/CBT within neuroscience and attachment frameworks. I encouraged clients to access inner strengths and free their capacity for growth. Whether you or a family member experience depression, anxiety, marital distress or difficulties with peers, you deserve support in a confidential, accepting, safe and caring environment.
At times, many of us contend with emotions and suffering that are overwhelmingly painful, disheartening and difficult to bear, often as a result of unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families and step-families using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, interpersonal psychotherapy, and DBT/CBT within neuroscience and attachment frameworks. I encouraged clients to access inner strengths and free their capacity for growth. Whether you or a family member experience depression, anxiety, marital distress or difficulties with peers, you deserve support in a confidential, accepting, safe and caring environment.
Our assessment and therapy services are conducted by an experienced team of clinicians who joined Fleming Vigna Balmer after gaining many years of valuable experience in the public sector; for example, working in hospitals, universities, rehabilitation centres, social service agencies, and community-based clinics. As a team, we are able to offer a rich, experience-based range of clinical services. All of our clinicians are psychologists or psychological associates registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. This means we are independent practitioners licenced to assess, diagnose, and treat the full range of psychological disorders ranging from problems in living to serious mental health issues. In addition, we are consulting psychologists to the pilot recruitment programmes of a number of airlines including Air Canada, Jazz Aviation LP, and Sky Regional Airlines. At Fleming Vigna Balmer services are provided in English, French, Italian, Vietnamese, and Afrikaans.
Our assessment and therapy services are conducted by an experienced team of clinicians who joined Fleming Vigna Balmer after gaining many years of valuable experience in the public sector; for example, working in hospitals, universities, rehabilitation centres, social service agencies, and community-based clinics. As a team, we are able to offer a rich, experience-based range of clinical services. All of our clinicians are psychologists or psychological associates registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. This means we are independent practitioners licenced to assess, diagnose, and treat the full range of psychological disorders ranging from problems in living to serious mental health issues. In addition, we are consulting psychologists to the pilot recruitment programmes of a number of airlines including Air Canada, Jazz Aviation LP, and Sky Regional Airlines. At Fleming Vigna Balmer services are provided in English, French, Italian, Vietnamese, and Afrikaans.
I help professionals and other high achievers conquer their fear of failure and overcome feelings of inadequacy. You face another day feeling low and burnt out. You work tirelessly to make others happy and to prove that you’re worthy and lovable. But no matter what you do or how hard you work, you never quite feel good enough. You’re not sure what you can do to shake these feelings of self-doubt and finally feel content. You just wish you could break free from your loud inner-critic and fear of negative judgment. You lack self-acceptance, have a hard time being self-compassionate, and struggle to feel confident.
I help professionals and other high achievers conquer their fear of failure and overcome feelings of inadequacy. You face another day feeling low and burnt out. You work tirelessly to make others happy and to prove that you’re worthy and lovable. But no matter what you do or how hard you work, you never quite feel good enough. You’re not sure what you can do to shake these feelings of self-doubt and finally feel content. You just wish you could break free from your loud inner-critic and fear of negative judgment. You lack self-acceptance, have a hard time being self-compassionate, and struggle to feel confident.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Adriana Komorniczak
Registered Psychotherapist, MCP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
Through the development of a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship, Adriana helps guide her clients in building the crucial awareness needed to initiate change, to facilitate this change by providing a safe and highly compassionate environment to observe and discover their core self, and to encourage and adopt an integrative approach to their healing and growth. Her clients have a chance to both explore and discover the underlying sources of their long-standing issues, to develop a strong sense of their intrinsic selves, and to become the vital source of meaningful change in their lives.
Through the development of a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship, Adriana helps guide her clients in building the crucial awareness needed to initiate change, to facilitate this change by providing a safe and highly compassionate environment to observe and discover their core self, and to encourage and adopt an integrative approach to their healing and growth. Her clients have a chance to both explore and discover the underlying sources of their long-standing issues, to develop a strong sense of their intrinsic selves, and to become the vital source of meaningful change in their lives.
Are you wanting to make a change in your life to improve your wellbeing? Have you found it difficult to see progress even though you’ve tried a lot of self-help tips and perhaps even therapy before? Fortunately, ISTDP is an advanced psychotherapy approach that has shown to be effective in treating mental health issues that are resistant to other forms of therapy. This evidence-based approach can be used to treat personality disorders, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Are you wanting to make a change in your life to improve your wellbeing? Have you found it difficult to see progress even though you’ve tried a lot of self-help tips and perhaps even therapy before? Fortunately, ISTDP is an advanced psychotherapy approach that has shown to be effective in treating mental health issues that are resistant to other forms of therapy. This evidence-based approach can be used to treat personality disorders, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorders, anxiety, and depression.
I am passionate about therapy as I have witnessed the freedom, growth, and empowerment it can provide. I believe having a compassionate witness to our lives is inherently healing and it is an honour to be a part of this process. Our work together can help you to make sense of recurring feelings, behaviours, and experiences, and establish new ways of relating to self and others with an increased sense of connection. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I hold an MA in Counselling and Spirituality with a specialization in couples therapy, as well as a BA in Psychology.
I am passionate about therapy as I have witnessed the freedom, growth, and empowerment it can provide. I believe having a compassionate witness to our lives is inherently healing and it is an honour to be a part of this process. Our work together can help you to make sense of recurring feelings, behaviours, and experiences, and establish new ways of relating to self and others with an increased sense of connection. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I hold an MA in Counselling and Spirituality with a specialization in couples therapy, as well as a BA in Psychology.
Kayleigh Arkalgud
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L (Online Only)
Welcome! Are you looking for a space to explore your current stressors, to understand your emotions and behaviours, current coping strategies, and to find new ways to support your healing? As a registered social worker for the last 12 years, I am deeply committed to helping individuals of all ages navigate the complexities of their inner worlds to strengthen their self-awareness and healing. I will provide support to find relief from symptoms but also gain valuable insights into your authentic self, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and authenticity.
Welcome! Are you looking for a space to explore your current stressors, to understand your emotions and behaviours, current coping strategies, and to find new ways to support your healing? As a registered social worker for the last 12 years, I am deeply committed to helping individuals of all ages navigate the complexities of their inner worlds to strengthen their self-awareness and healing. I will provide support to find relief from symptoms but also gain valuable insights into your authentic self, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, resilience, and authenticity.
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I employ an Integrated approach, drawing from various schools of therapy, though focusing on mindfulness, somatic, polyvagal, IFS and AEDP as theoretical foundations.
When I went to look for my own therapist, I found it a bit difficult to sort through all of the profiles. This can be daunting and confusing. There is a growing body of research that indicates that the most important aspect of making therapy effective, is the relationship between Therapist and Client, I hope you find a person with whom you feel that spark of something you can trust - - - - I have found that helping people with Anxiety, Trauma, Anger /Conflict Management and Relationship stress (separation, conflict, social anxiety) are the areas where my Clients report the biggest impact and improvement.
I employ an Integrated approach, drawing from various schools of therapy, though focusing on mindfulness, somatic, polyvagal, IFS and AEDP as theoretical foundations.
When I went to look for my own therapist, I found it a bit difficult to sort through all of the profiles. This can be daunting and confusing. There is a growing body of research that indicates that the most important aspect of making therapy effective, is the relationship between Therapist and Client, I hope you find a person with whom you feel that spark of something you can trust - - - - I have found that helping people with Anxiety, Trauma, Anger /Conflict Management and Relationship stress (separation, conflict, social anxiety) are the areas where my Clients report the biggest impact and improvement.
Glen Watkinson
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L (Online Only)
I am trained in AEDP ( Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
I am trained in AEDP ( Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
Amanda Neves Therapy & Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Inquire about our Affordable Therapy Program! … The quality of our inner world matters. When we don’t feel like quite like ourselves, our ability to engage more fully in life can take a hit. We collaborate with 20-40 somethings, so they can meet what life throws at them, to thrive with stability and confidence. We rely on integrative evidence based modalities such as IFS (parts work), emotion focused therapy, AEDP, mindfulness and somatic-based approaches to provide effective, specialized support. We also offer more short term/structured therapies like CBT, ACT, and DBT to meet you exactly where you are.
Inquire about our Affordable Therapy Program! … The quality of our inner world matters. When we don’t feel like quite like ourselves, our ability to engage more fully in life can take a hit. We collaborate with 20-40 somethings, so they can meet what life throws at them, to thrive with stability and confidence. We rely on integrative evidence based modalities such as IFS (parts work), emotion focused therapy, AEDP, mindfulness and somatic-based approaches to provide effective, specialized support. We also offer more short term/structured therapies like CBT, ACT, and DBT to meet you exactly where you are.
Hannah Majury
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L (Online Only)
Are you struggling with self-criticism or perfectionism? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and prioritizing your own needs? Are you looking for a way to overcome your negative thoughts and improve your self-esteem? Welcome. I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore your innermost thoughts and feelings and process your past. Together, we can work towards helping you embrace self-compassion, set healthy boundaries, and rediscover your worth.
Are you struggling with self-criticism or perfectionism? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and prioritizing your own needs? Are you looking for a way to overcome your negative thoughts and improve your self-esteem? Welcome. I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore your innermost thoughts and feelings and process your past. Together, we can work towards helping you embrace self-compassion, set healthy boundaries, and rediscover your worth.
Erin Bince
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5L (Online Only)
The high levels of anxiety, anger and loss that families are facing today are wreaking havoc on our well-being and in our relationships. You may notice the ways you used to cope with stress are no longer working. You long to move away from being in survival mode but aren’t sure where to begin. You may secretly believe nobody out there will ever understand you or care to, which can be a lonely and painful experience. You being here means you are exploring the idea of reaching out to speak with a therapist. This is a brave and vulnerable first step.
The high levels of anxiety, anger and loss that families are facing today are wreaking havoc on our well-being and in our relationships. You may notice the ways you used to cope with stress are no longer working. You long to move away from being in survival mode but aren’t sure where to begin. You may secretly believe nobody out there will ever understand you or care to, which can be a lonely and painful experience. You being here means you are exploring the idea of reaching out to speak with a therapist. This is a brave and vulnerable first step.
Hira Imam
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5L (Online Only)
The people I often work with are struggling with the feeling that they don't belong anywhere - whether that be with friends, family or at school, or work. They feel like they aren't 'good enough,' to be in the spaces or roles that they are in. Some find their relationships complicated - with friends, family, or romantic partners - where others don’t understand their values and what they want. You deserve to be heard, you deserve to live life on your terms with your values, and you deserve space to belong.
The people I often work with are struggling with the feeling that they don't belong anywhere - whether that be with friends, family or at school, or work. They feel like they aren't 'good enough,' to be in the spaces or roles that they are in. Some find their relationships complicated - with friends, family, or romantic partners - where others don’t understand their values and what they want. You deserve to be heard, you deserve to live life on your terms with your values, and you deserve space to belong.
Maor Bernshtein, MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7S
Hi! I'm Maor, a therapist that helps people get "un-stuck". Living with Addiction, BPD, Trauma, Anxiety or Depression can feel like we're lost. Life feels like it revolves around our pain. The world around us doesn't make sense anymore, and nothing we try seems to help. I get it. I get how painful that can be. I also know that a part of you wants to live life to the fullest, to not be consumed by that pain. I'm here to help you find a life of stability, meaning & joy. I offer compassion, curiosity, a touch of humor, using out-of-box thinking to make each session personalized, intensive, and thorough. Remember, better is possible.
Hi! I'm Maor, a therapist that helps people get "un-stuck". Living with Addiction, BPD, Trauma, Anxiety or Depression can feel like we're lost. Life feels like it revolves around our pain. The world around us doesn't make sense anymore, and nothing we try seems to help. I get it. I get how painful that can be. I also know that a part of you wants to live life to the fullest, to not be consumed by that pain. I'm here to help you find a life of stability, meaning & joy. I offer compassion, curiosity, a touch of humor, using out-of-box thinking to make each session personalized, intensive, and thorough. Remember, better is possible.
Dr. Elena Angel @ ON Social Counselling Center
Registered Social Worker, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5N (Online Only)
Affordable $50/99$ pricing. Life can be a struggle at times; it's part of the journey of being human. Are you feeling stressed and thinking about seeking psychotherapy? I am a Ontario licensed social worker with 10+ years of experience, with a clinical focus on adults (anxiety, depression, pregnancy, post-partum, parenting issues, high achieving perfectionistic professionals, difficulties with life-work balance, impact on self-esteem). As a clinician I strive to bring warmth, kindness and humour to the therapeutic dialogue, hoping to create a safe, respectful, collaborative and supportive environment.
Affordable $50/99$ pricing. Life can be a struggle at times; it's part of the journey of being human. Are you feeling stressed and thinking about seeking psychotherapy? I am a Ontario licensed social worker with 10+ years of experience, with a clinical focus on adults (anxiety, depression, pregnancy, post-partum, parenting issues, high achieving perfectionistic professionals, difficulties with life-work balance, impact on self-esteem). As a clinician I strive to bring warmth, kindness and humour to the therapeutic dialogue, hoping to create a safe, respectful, collaborative and supportive environment.
You are "whole," not broken, though you may feel otherwise. You are an agent of change, and have the power to make a difference, in your own life and others. You know yourself best, and have resources within you that can be brought forth. You are perfectly imperfect. Early life experiences have shaped us, giving us resources and coping strategies to survive. Sometimes we find that later in life, these strategies no longer work for us, and we may need assistance to find different alternatives. As we become aware of ourselves, we can also become aware of where we can make changes.
You are "whole," not broken, though you may feel otherwise. You are an agent of change, and have the power to make a difference, in your own life and others. You know yourself best, and have resources within you that can be brought forth. You are perfectly imperfect. Early life experiences have shaped us, giving us resources and coping strategies to survive. Sometimes we find that later in life, these strategies no longer work for us, and we may need assistance to find different alternatives. As we become aware of ourselves, we can also become aware of where we can make changes.
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Who is AEDP therapy for?
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) is for adults who have experienced emotional pain in the past that, because it has not been adequately addressed and processed, interferes with current functioning. The problems might manifest in a number of different ways, from excessive anger to relationship difficulties to PTSD to eating disorders, poor self-esteem, and depression. They may also be accompanied by physiological symptoms. AEDP helps people accept and digest challenging emotional experiences.
Why do people need AEDP?
People need AEDP as a way to manage distressing emotions—including anger, shame, and guilt—that in some way hamper the ability to function and form satisfying relationships in the present. The therapist-client relationship is believed to provide corrective emotional and relational experiences that facilitate positive changes in brain function, forge pathways for processing traumatic experiences, and allow resolution of emotional pain.
What happens in AEDP therapy?
Once individuals have established a strong bond with the AEDP therapist and the therapist has established a safe and secure environment, clients are encouraged to explore their most painful emotional experiences. They may be asked to pay attention to disquieting body sensations as well as to psychological discomfort. Individuals learn how to process emotions, rather than avoid them. Through the strength of the therapist-client bond, each session is intended to provide a powerful positive experience for individuals, enabling growth.
What problems does AEDP treat?
AEDP is intended to treat the unprocessed emotional pain caused by earlier distressing experiences, which commonly includes behavioural avoidance of current situations and experiences for fear that they will reactivate painful feelings. Emotional pain and avoidant behaviour play a role in a wide array of mental health conditions, which is why AEDP is applied to the treatment of a range of disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship difficulties, and eating disorders.