Chronic Illness Therapists in Oakville, ON
I focus on helping clients that struggle with chronic illness, low self worth, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I understand that life is full of challenges, and you shouldn’t have to face them all by yourself. My passion lies in helping you learn to accept yourself as you are, reinforcing the belief that your daily presence is 100% enough. As a therapist, and a certified yoga teacher, I’m committed to fostering a mind-body connection in our sessions. I believe that our bodies store our experiences, traumas and feelings, and express them through important body cues in our nervous system. As humans, we are the product of our experiences and I look forward to working through them with you, through a culturally sensitive, trauma-focused lens.
I focus on helping clients that struggle with chronic illness, low self worth, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I understand that life is full of challenges, and you shouldn’t have to face them all by yourself. My passion lies in helping you learn to accept yourself as you are, reinforcing the belief that your daily presence is 100% enough. As a therapist, and a certified yoga teacher, I’m committed to fostering a mind-body connection in our sessions. I believe that our bodies store our experiences, traumas and feelings, and express them through important body cues in our nervous system. As humans, we are the product of our experiences and I look forward to working through them with you, through a culturally sensitive, trauma-focused lens.
Lynne Protain
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CPC, ELI-MP, PCC, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
My specialties include women's health issues, burnout, chronic illness, menopause, trauma and dysfunctional families.
Sharing the challenges that have brought you here can feel daunting and vulnerable. Welcome to a warm, compassionate, calm and non-judgmental space. My specialties include trauma and abuse, chronic illness including autoimmune conditions, women’s health issues (fertility, peri-menopause, menopause, reproductive conditions etc), burnout, chronic stress, relationship issues, unhealthy and dysfunctional family patterns and learning healthy boundaries. Together we will focus on healing, understanding and creating healthier patterns so you can feel joy and feel like yourself once again. Book a free discovery call or email me directly.
My specialties include women's health issues, burnout, chronic illness, menopause, trauma and dysfunctional families.
Sharing the challenges that have brought you here can feel daunting and vulnerable. Welcome to a warm, compassionate, calm and non-judgmental space. My specialties include trauma and abuse, chronic illness including autoimmune conditions, women’s health issues (fertility, peri-menopause, menopause, reproductive conditions etc), burnout, chronic stress, relationship issues, unhealthy and dysfunctional family patterns and learning healthy boundaries. Together we will focus on healing, understanding and creating healthier patterns so you can feel joy and feel like yourself once again. Book a free discovery call or email me directly.
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
Are you seeking support and guidance to navigate life's challenges and find a path towards healing and growth? At my practice, I extend a warm and understanding hand to individuals who are grappling with a wide spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, depression, adolescent emotional and behavioral difficulties, pregnancy and postpartum mental wellness, self-injurious behavior, sleep issues, stress management, coping strategies, motor vehicle accidents, and trauma. My approach to psychotherapy is deeply rooted in compassion, acceptance, loving kindness, and mindfulness.
Jessica Minervini
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP-Q
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
Jessica is a Registered Psychotherapist – Qualifying with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She provides individual therapy for adults and adolescents with developmental disabilities, ASD, chronic illness, and complex mental health issues, as well as their caregivers navigating these complex needs. In addition, Jessica works with First Responders navigating workplace trauma.
Jessica is a Registered Psychotherapist – Qualifying with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). She provides individual therapy for adults and adolescents with developmental disabilities, ASD, chronic illness, and complex mental health issues, as well as their caregivers navigating these complex needs. In addition, Jessica works with First Responders navigating workplace trauma.
Haya Alshawa
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6M (Online Only)
Life's journey often presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming and persistent. Just as the tide shapes the shoreline, our experiences with trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, and chronic illness can reshape our sense of self and well-being. I believe in the transformative power of therapy, where even the most consistent patterns can evolve. Using a blend of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I guide my clients through these changes.
Life's journey often presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming and persistent. Just as the tide shapes the shoreline, our experiences with trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, and chronic illness can reshape our sense of self and well-being. I believe in the transformative power of therapy, where even the most consistent patterns can evolve. Using a blend of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I guide my clients through these changes.
Moksha Psychotherapy, Counselling & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, AA, RSW
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H
Are there areas in your life that you'd like to strengthen? Do you feel 'stuck' or in a pattern that keeps you from enjoying & participating in your life fully? Are you also dealing with a chronic illness such as anxiety & depression that are impacting other areas? Would you like a safe & confidential space & time reserved just for you and/or a loved one to process past & current life events, build new coping skills and outcomes with a better quality of life? If so, let's arrange a session after your initial consultation so that I can help YOU help yourself again! We have a growing team of Psychotherapists.
Are there areas in your life that you'd like to strengthen? Do you feel 'stuck' or in a pattern that keeps you from enjoying & participating in your life fully? Are you also dealing with a chronic illness such as anxiety & depression that are impacting other areas? Would you like a safe & confidential space & time reserved just for you and/or a loved one to process past & current life events, build new coping skills and outcomes with a better quality of life? If so, let's arrange a session after your initial consultation so that I can help YOU help yourself again! We have a growing team of Psychotherapists.
CU Therapy - Cassandra Umbriaco
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6M (Online Only)
Are you navigating the complex world of cancer? If you’re feeling overwhelmed and looking for support, you’re in the right place. I’m passionate about creating a safe space and helping clients (patients and caregivers) navigate cancer and its lifelong challenges. I’m dedicated to providing compassionate care and helping you navigate through your toughest moments - surviving, thriving and everything in-between. While my niche is oncology, I also specialize in working with other issues, including anxiety, body image, burnout, chronic illness, depression, grief/loss, life transitions and relationships.
Are you navigating the complex world of cancer? If you’re feeling overwhelmed and looking for support, you’re in the right place. I’m passionate about creating a safe space and helping clients (patients and caregivers) navigate cancer and its lifelong challenges. I’m dedicated to providing compassionate care and helping you navigate through your toughest moments - surviving, thriving and everything in-between. While my niche is oncology, I also specialize in working with other issues, including anxiety, body image, burnout, chronic illness, depression, grief/loss, life transitions and relationships.
Jane van de Ven - Certified Nurse Psychotherapist (Q)
RN, MScN, CNP/CPN, (Q)
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6L (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, or depression from work/life burnout, chronic illness (e.g., addiction, cancer, pain), toxic relationships or intimate partner violence, traumatic pregnancy, labour and delivery or postpartum, autism spectrum disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), identifying as two-spirited, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (2SLGBTQ+), or having symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from careers such as teaching, military, corrections, and healthcare? Is your goal to mentally heal and bring health and wellness into your life?
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, or depression from work/life burnout, chronic illness (e.g., addiction, cancer, pain), toxic relationships or intimate partner violence, traumatic pregnancy, labour and delivery or postpartum, autism spectrum disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), identifying as two-spirited, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (2SLGBTQ+), or having symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from careers such as teaching, military, corrections, and healthcare? Is your goal to mentally heal and bring health and wellness into your life?
I work with people who have a wide variety of presenting concerns, sometimes including multiple complex difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, problems with interpersonal relationships and communication, chronic pain and other chronic health problems, trauma, occupational challenges, and low self esteem. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and other approaches to teach you to make lasting behavioural changes in your life.
I work with people who have a wide variety of presenting concerns, sometimes including multiple complex difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, problems with interpersonal relationships and communication, chronic pain and other chronic health problems, trauma, occupational challenges, and low self esteem. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and other approaches to teach you to make lasting behavioural changes in your life.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile to decide if I am the right psychologist for you. I strive to put people at ease as they take the important step of seeking therapy. My goal is to empower individuals to face challenges and make lasting changes in their lives by building their coping skills and strategies. I am experienced in a variety of evidenced-based treatments and utilize a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach with individuals that incorporates components of interpersonal and acceptance & commitment therapies. When working with couples, I emphasize an Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) approach.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile to decide if I am the right psychologist for you. I strive to put people at ease as they take the important step of seeking therapy. My goal is to empower individuals to face challenges and make lasting changes in their lives by building their coping skills and strategies. I am experienced in a variety of evidenced-based treatments and utilize a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach with individuals that incorporates components of interpersonal and acceptance & commitment therapies. When working with couples, I emphasize an Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) approach.
I had been a medical doctor before I became a psychologist. I changed professions because I realized that our thoughts, feelings, and behavioural habits have a powerful effect on our health and happiness but their potential to aid healing is often neglected in medicine. I feel privileged to work with clients who are on the journey of recovery and self-growth during and after adversities. I work with clients who have sleep problems, fatigue, stress, low mood, depression, anxiety, panic, chronic worry, obsessive thinking, post-concussion syndrome, medical illnesses, or chronic pain.
I had been a medical doctor before I became a psychologist. I changed professions because I realized that our thoughts, feelings, and behavioural habits have a powerful effect on our health and happiness but their potential to aid healing is often neglected in medicine. I feel privileged to work with clients who are on the journey of recovery and self-growth during and after adversities. I work with clients who have sleep problems, fatigue, stress, low mood, depression, anxiety, panic, chronic worry, obsessive thinking, post-concussion syndrome, medical illnesses, or chronic pain.
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Ekta Hattangady
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
Therapy with me is about befriending oneself unconditionally, with compassion and kindness. Through traumas, life transitions, mistakes, and successes, mindfulness can be that constant strategy that allows you to be grounded firmly in your healing. My approach is holistic, and one that synthesizes the mind, body, and spirit. My work is rooted in yoga and Buddhist practices and my professional social work experience of 18 years. My practice is LGBTQIA2S-affirming, pro-fat and anti-racist. My areas of specialty are: anxiety, depression, chronic/terminal illness, grief, burnout, body image, relationships, and immigrant issues.
Therapy with me is about befriending oneself unconditionally, with compassion and kindness. Through traumas, life transitions, mistakes, and successes, mindfulness can be that constant strategy that allows you to be grounded firmly in your healing. My approach is holistic, and one that synthesizes the mind, body, and spirit. My work is rooted in yoga and Buddhist practices and my professional social work experience of 18 years. My practice is LGBTQIA2S-affirming, pro-fat and anti-racist. My areas of specialty are: anxiety, depression, chronic/terminal illness, grief, burnout, body image, relationships, and immigrant issues.
Kathryn Weiser
Registered Social Worker, MHSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
At some point in most relationships, couples experience conflict and sexual disconnection. I help individuals/couples struggling with verbal & sexual communication so they can develop healthier relationships and/or increased sexual connectedness. Are you struggling with communication issues? Conflict? Differences in desire? Illness? Trust issues? Arousal issues? Sexual trauma? I can help you gain insight into your challenges and provide tools to strengthen communication and improve sexual/ intimacy experiences. I help clients with medical issues such as cancer and chronic pain cope so you can have an increased quality of life.
At some point in most relationships, couples experience conflict and sexual disconnection. I help individuals/couples struggling with verbal & sexual communication so they can develop healthier relationships and/or increased sexual connectedness. Are you struggling with communication issues? Conflict? Differences in desire? Illness? Trust issues? Arousal issues? Sexual trauma? I can help you gain insight into your challenges and provide tools to strengthen communication and improve sexual/ intimacy experiences. I help clients with medical issues such as cancer and chronic pain cope so you can have an increased quality of life.
Sarah McMillan
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
Is your life not how you imagined it would be? Are you feeling disconnected, scared, overwhelmed or worried? You are not alone with your very human struggles. I offer a gentle, encouraging and person-centered approach to helping you find stability, live with more openness and ease and grow in the directions you choose. Whether you're facing a sudden life change, a long-term challenge or you would like to keep up the momentum on your path to self discovery, my practice is here for you.
Is your life not how you imagined it would be? Are you feeling disconnected, scared, overwhelmed or worried? You are not alone with your very human struggles. I offer a gentle, encouraging and person-centered approach to helping you find stability, live with more openness and ease and grow in the directions you choose. Whether you're facing a sudden life change, a long-term challenge or you would like to keep up the momentum on your path to self discovery, my practice is here for you.
Erica Min
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), DTATI, BFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L
Our lives are filled with constant changes, transitions, and adaptions - how do you deal with them now? Is there another way you want to deal? Living in such a multicultural and multilingual society can make these natural happenings in life difficult. I believe when we find a centre, a feeling of being grounded, connected, and heard, everything else becomes a little less difficult to work through. This sense of a centre or grounding is unique for each of us - maybe you need thorough planning, maybe it's more going with the flow. We can figure this out together.
Our lives are filled with constant changes, transitions, and adaptions - how do you deal with them now? Is there another way you want to deal? Living in such a multicultural and multilingual society can make these natural happenings in life difficult. I believe when we find a centre, a feeling of being grounded, connected, and heard, everything else becomes a little less difficult to work through. This sense of a centre or grounding is unique for each of us - maybe you need thorough planning, maybe it's more going with the flow. We can figure this out together.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
I offer individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of issues including; divorce/separation, trauma, grief, co-parenting, substance abuse, school refusal, family conflict, eating disorders and mental health (specifically, anxiety and depression). I have assisted many couples and families in improving their relationships with one another, providing them with the ability to communicate, respect and understand each other better using Collaborative Problem Solving and Emotion-focussed therapy.
Oftentimes our deepest struggles reveal larger questions that we all ask ourselves at some point in life: What is my purpose? Do I have any worth or value? What is the meaning of my life? Does anyone see me? The unpredictability of life can be blindsiding, leaving us feeling empty, lost, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and discouraged. Whether you have lost a loved one, are feeling burnout, are overwhelmed in a life transition, uncertain about the future, find yourself in the cycle of addiction, or are struggling with emotions that you have never experienced before, this one reality remains the same: change is possible.
Oftentimes our deepest struggles reveal larger questions that we all ask ourselves at some point in life: What is my purpose? Do I have any worth or value? What is the meaning of my life? Does anyone see me? The unpredictability of life can be blindsiding, leaving us feeling empty, lost, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and discouraged. Whether you have lost a loved one, are feeling burnout, are overwhelmed in a life transition, uncertain about the future, find yourself in the cycle of addiction, or are struggling with emotions that you have never experienced before, this one reality remains the same: change is possible.
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Award-winning clinic of psychologists, psychotherapists, and counselors in multiple locations, including Toronto.
Lisa Davis
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L (Online Only)
Asking for support is a courageous first step in managing your mental health & wellness. It is easy to get stuck in unhelpful thought patterns that do not serve us. The good news is, we have more control over our thoughts and feelings than it may seem. You can learn to take charge of your behaviour with the right tools & techniques, to live a more fulfilled & happy life. I will work collaboratively with you to help set achievable goals that support empowerment, capacity building & resiliency. I believe in the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance where you feel safe to share so we can have relaxed & authentic conversations.
Asking for support is a courageous first step in managing your mental health & wellness. It is easy to get stuck in unhelpful thought patterns that do not serve us. The good news is, we have more control over our thoughts and feelings than it may seem. You can learn to take charge of your behaviour with the right tools & techniques, to live a more fulfilled & happy life. I will work collaboratively with you to help set achievable goals that support empowerment, capacity building & resiliency. I believe in the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance where you feel safe to share so we can have relaxed & authentic conversations.
I provide in-person and virtual individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stressors around life transitions, and self-esteem issues. I aim to foster a warm and non-judgemental space where you feel safe to explore and connect with yourself. I am here to meet you where you are at and support you as you embark on your healing journey.
I provide in-person and virtual individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stressors around life transitions, and self-esteem issues. I aim to foster a warm and non-judgemental space where you feel safe to explore and connect with yourself. I am here to meet you where you are at and support you as you embark on your healing journey.
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Chronic Illness Counsellors
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.