Experiential Therapy in Oakville, ON
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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.
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.
Monique Achong-Lindsey
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L
Welcome! You may be here because you are feeling rejected, unimportant and hurt: experiencing your special other as emotionally unavailable. Maybe you feel like you're unworthy, criticized, and unimportant: like you will never be good enough. I collaborate with you to better understand your emotional responses and needs. Leading you to relationship repair, improved intimacy and emotional connection. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who want relief from the negative relational cycles that hinder their joy. I am also deeply committed to those impacted by Fertility & Maternal Mental Health.
Welcome! You may be here because you are feeling rejected, unimportant and hurt: experiencing your special other as emotionally unavailable. Maybe you feel like you're unworthy, criticized, and unimportant: like you will never be good enough. I collaborate with you to better understand your emotional responses and needs. Leading you to relationship repair, improved intimacy and emotional connection. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who want relief from the negative relational cycles that hinder their joy. I am also deeply committed to those impacted by Fertility & Maternal Mental Health.
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.
Selena Frendo
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6K
Throughout our lives we naturally experience ups and downs. These fluctuations in mood may also bring about challenging thoughts and feelings that we hold onto, unsure of how to let them go. I believe that collaboratively working with individuals to explore these thoughts and feelings in a safe, trusting, and non-judgemental environment can help them get where they want to go. In encompassing a person-centered approach to therapy, I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My goal is to help guide and support you on your journey of self-discovery and self-exploration.
Throughout our lives we naturally experience ups and downs. These fluctuations in mood may also bring about challenging thoughts and feelings that we hold onto, unsure of how to let them go. I believe that collaboratively working with individuals to explore these thoughts and feelings in a safe, trusting, and non-judgemental environment can help them get where they want to go. In encompassing a person-centered approach to therapy, I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My goal is to help guide and support you on your journey of self-discovery and self-exploration.
Barbara Lesniak
Psychological Associate, MA, C, Psych, Assoc
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, unresolved trauma or relationship issues with your partner, parent or yourself? Perhaps you hard on yoursef, critical or "empty". I am passionate about assisting you in restoring the sense of personal power, facilitate growth and/or healing important relationships. Together we will explore the sources of your present or ongoing struggle and co-create a more effective blueprint on how to regain control over your difficulty. The better we understand our inner emotional life, the easier it is to change destructive and self-sabotaging behaviour patterns and repetitions.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, unresolved trauma or relationship issues with your partner, parent or yourself? Perhaps you hard on yoursef, critical or "empty". I am passionate about assisting you in restoring the sense of personal power, facilitate growth and/or healing important relationships. Together we will explore the sources of your present or ongoing struggle and co-create a more effective blueprint on how to regain control over your difficulty. The better we understand our inner emotional life, the easier it is to change destructive and self-sabotaging behaviour patterns and repetitions.
Are you feeling unmotivated, stuck or alone? Maybe you’re feeling anxious and irritable in relationships. Has your stressed increased since the pandemic? Together, in therapy, we will find new ways to manage and cope with your symptoms, while working to resolve them. Seeking therapy is challenging, and I commend you on taking this first step. If you have already started your healing journey, I welcome the opportunity to collaborate.
Are you feeling unmotivated, stuck or alone? Maybe you’re feeling anxious and irritable in relationships. Has your stressed increased since the pandemic? Together, in therapy, we will find new ways to manage and cope with your symptoms, while working to resolve them. Seeking therapy is challenging, and I commend you on taking this first step. If you have already started your healing journey, I welcome the opportunity to collaborate.
Olga Klimenkova
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, GIT Dip
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6M (Online Only)
It takes courage to reach out for support when not knowing what to do. That can be quite a lonely and painful experience, together with feeling disconnected, stuck and overwhelmed. You can get a better understanding of your feelings and behaviors, see how you are entrenched in your own patterns or how you get in your own way, process past experiences and just talk about heavy stuff without feeling like a burden. This work can bring you closer to your authentic self.
It takes courage to reach out for support when not knowing what to do. That can be quite a lonely and painful experience, together with feeling disconnected, stuck and overwhelmed. You can get a better understanding of your feelings and behaviors, see how you are entrenched in your own patterns or how you get in your own way, process past experiences and just talk about heavy stuff without feeling like a burden. This work can bring you closer to your authentic self.
Children Youth And Family Therapy Sara Bajaj
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H (Online Only)
Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control!". Do you think "I want to help my child so desperately but somehow it feels like I end up making things worse" ? Maybe you blame yourself and wonder "where did I go wrong?". Maybe other people in your child's life blame you. You know something needs to change but don't know where else to look. You've exhausted all the options you know of- you've spoken to other moms, teachers, maybe other therapists. You worry about your child's happiness and stability if something doesn't change. This is hard stuff! I want you to know, you're in the right place!
Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control!". Do you think "I want to help my child so desperately but somehow it feels like I end up making things worse" ? Maybe you blame yourself and wonder "where did I go wrong?". Maybe other people in your child's life blame you. You know something needs to change but don't know where else to look. You've exhausted all the options you know of- you've spoken to other moms, teachers, maybe other therapists. You worry about your child's happiness and stability if something doesn't change. This is hard stuff! I want you to know, you're in the right place!
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.
Alexis Bonecchi
Registered Psychotherapist, Ba Psy, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6H
With over twenty years of experience working in the field, I know that we are all hardwired for healing and connection, even when feeling confused and overwhelmed by life challenges. My practice style is to team up with my clients to facilitate deep self-knowledge, understanding and empowerment to create change and growth in a warm and accepting environment. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, regulating difficult emotions and self-esteem. I provide service to individuals (13 yrs.+), couples and families.
With over twenty years of experience working in the field, I know that we are all hardwired for healing and connection, even when feeling confused and overwhelmed by life challenges. My practice style is to team up with my clients to facilitate deep self-knowledge, understanding and empowerment to create change and growth in a warm and accepting environment. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, regulating difficult emotions and self-esteem. I provide service to individuals (13 yrs.+), couples and families.
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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.
Suzanne Dumais
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, BEd, MDiv, RMFT, RP
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6J
Life is a journey, like every great journey it has its certainties and uncertainties. As a registered marriage and family therapist I am trained in systemic, relationships and psychotherapy. I believe that throughout life we exist in many type of relationships, that directly or indirectly impact our well beings. Research and theory have shown that mental illness and family issues are best treated in the context of relationships. My therapeutic approach to counseling is non judgmental, kind, graceful, understanding and I value my clients input in the session. I use Gottman Method Couple Therapy in my work.
Life is a journey, like every great journey it has its certainties and uncertainties. As a registered marriage and family therapist I am trained in systemic, relationships and psychotherapy. I believe that throughout life we exist in many type of relationships, that directly or indirectly impact our well beings. Research and theory have shown that mental illness and family issues are best treated in the context of relationships. My therapeutic approach to counseling is non judgmental, kind, graceful, understanding and I value my clients input in the session. I use Gottman Method Couple Therapy in my work.
Colleen Sparks
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6J
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years experience providing clinical supports and interventions to adults of all ages. Offering a problem-solving approach; collaborating and walking beside you while navigating through real life challenges. I offer interventions/supports related to depression, anxiety, stress management, grief, bereavement, social isolation, family and workplace conflict, self-esteem and women’s issues.
I am a Registered Social Worker with over 20 years experience providing clinical supports and interventions to adults of all ages. Offering a problem-solving approach; collaborating and walking beside you while navigating through real life challenges. I offer interventions/supports related to depression, anxiety, stress management, grief, bereavement, social isolation, family and workplace conflict, self-esteem and women’s issues.
Hi, thank you for visiting my page. I believe the therapeutic relationship must be built on trust and connection in order to be effective. In my practice I offer a safe, inclusive, non judgemental environment. I encourage emotional exploration and expression and I am here for you, to listen and facilitate with compassion. My hope for our work together, is you will move forward in a meaningful way and find strength and new tools to take with you. The foundation of my practice has been built on spirituality, mindfulness and emotionally focused therapy-attachment science. I also work with somatic inquiry and energy therapies.
Hi, thank you for visiting my page. I believe the therapeutic relationship must be built on trust and connection in order to be effective. In my practice I offer a safe, inclusive, non judgemental environment. I encourage emotional exploration and expression and I am here for you, to listen and facilitate with compassion. My hope for our work together, is you will move forward in a meaningful way and find strength and new tools to take with you. The foundation of my practice has been built on spirituality, mindfulness and emotionally focused therapy-attachment science. I also work with somatic inquiry and energy therapies.
Balance is the key to wellbeing. Life brings its ups and downs and there are times we struggle to keep our balance and harness our inner strength. If you or someone else in your life is going through a difficult time, emotionally or in relationships, I am able to provide therapeutic support. I use a combination of evidence based and creative approaches, that are effective in addressing a variety of concerns.
Balance is the key to wellbeing. Life brings its ups and downs and there are times we struggle to keep our balance and harness our inner strength. If you or someone else in your life is going through a difficult time, emotionally or in relationships, I am able to provide therapeutic support. I use a combination of evidence based and creative approaches, that are effective in addressing a variety of concerns.
Are you struggling with feeling sad, alone, anxious, or stuck in your life or relationship? Do you find yourself uncertain of your path forward in your relationship, including how to make it better or whether to stay or go? Has nothing seemed to help enough or at all? I’m glad you’re here. It takes courage to reach out for help, especially when you’re feeling stuck. I can help you feel heard, get clear on your goals and path, and reach the relief and meaningful change you’re looking for. The confusion can lift and you can breathe again. You don’t have to go it alone anymore.
Are you struggling with feeling sad, alone, anxious, or stuck in your life or relationship? Do you find yourself uncertain of your path forward in your relationship, including how to make it better or whether to stay or go? Has nothing seemed to help enough or at all? I’m glad you’re here. It takes courage to reach out for help, especially when you’re feeling stuck. I can help you feel heard, get clear on your goals and path, and reach the relief and meaningful change you’re looking for. The confusion can lift and you can breathe again. You don’t have to go it alone anymore.
Childhood Trauma And Emdr Therapist Danielle Statz
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, BFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6L (Online Only)
Do you you wish you were more easy going and confident? Would it be nice to be able to stand up for yourself more readily, or not second-guess yourself all time. Do you sometimes feel like you do not belong or that there is something wrong with you. Stressful experiences leave a deep imprint on our minds, bodies and even relationships. The effects of these can only be reversed in the context of a trusting relationship. Using attachment science, we’ll uncover patterns affecting your life, work through difficult emotions, and come to new understandings.
Do you you wish you were more easy going and confident? Would it be nice to be able to stand up for yourself more readily, or not second-guess yourself all time. Do you sometimes feel like you do not belong or that there is something wrong with you. Stressful experiences leave a deep imprint on our minds, bodies and even relationships. The effects of these can only be reversed in the context of a trusting relationship. Using attachment science, we’ll uncover patterns affecting your life, work through difficult emotions, and come to new understandings.
Catarina Martins
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J
Welcome and thank you for being here! Are you are dealing with the effects of addiction, trauma, relationship issues, or just feeling over whelmed? No matter how big or small the problem seems, I would be honoured to support you on this journey. In our work together, we can unpack your emotions, uncertainties, and triggers, and use the tools you have within yourself to guide change. I will provide you a space to slow down and explore the patterns affecting your life. Together, we can transform these core issues, empowering you to build a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Welcome and thank you for being here! Are you are dealing with the effects of addiction, trauma, relationship issues, or just feeling over whelmed? No matter how big or small the problem seems, I would be honoured to support you on this journey. In our work together, we can unpack your emotions, uncertainties, and triggers, and use the tools you have within yourself to guide change. I will provide you a space to slow down and explore the patterns affecting your life. Together, we can transform these core issues, empowering you to build a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Frances Miller
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakville, ON L6J (Online Only)
Maintaining strong, intimate adult relationships is a challenge for anyone in today's busy world. For some people, anxiety and depression may be impacting their personal happiness, parenting, marriage or career. Others have had painful life histories that interfere with being able to feel safely connected with loved ones and peers. Grief, family transition, communication problems, trauma, and ADHD can make it difficult to find the meaning and connection that give life its joy. As founder of the Oakville Schema Therapy Center, I use my extensive experience in ST as a powerful, effective approach to making changes in your life.
Maintaining strong, intimate adult relationships is a challenge for anyone in today's busy world. For some people, anxiety and depression may be impacting their personal happiness, parenting, marriage or career. Others have had painful life histories that interfere with being able to feel safely connected with loved ones and peers. Grief, family transition, communication problems, trauma, and ADHD can make it difficult to find the meaning and connection that give life its joy. As founder of the Oakville Schema Therapy Center, I use my extensive experience in ST as a powerful, effective approach to making changes in your life.
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How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.