Expressive Arts Therapists in Oakville, ON

I am based in Oakville/Mississauga where I offer in-person and online services for youth ages 6-22. I provide psychoeducational assessments and therapy to support individuals of all backgrounds facing mental health challenges such as learning difficulties, anxiety, depression and self-image. I also travel to Kingston and Ottawa every 6-8 weeks for pop-up clinics providing psychoeducational assessments. My goal for individuals to better understand themselves by identifying strengths while also managing their struggles with mental health to help with personal growth.

I am a registered Psychotherapist and Arts therapist, specializing in ANXIETY & DEPRESSION, offering CBT, mindfulness, Solution focused therapy for adults, kids, and teens challenged with anxiousness, fears, emotion regulation, parenting concerns, divorce, self esteem, illness, grief and loss. Creative therapies are facilitated in tandem with talk based psychotherapy utilizing CBT and mindfulness, incorporating visualization, art, music, play, writing and movement. I encourage a deeper connection and balance between mind and body promoting self-awareness and well being.

I have been working with children, adolescents, and autistics across all lifespans for about 30 years. I’m a neurodivergent affirming psychotherapist. Most of my experience has been working with ASD,OCD, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Childhood Attachment & Trauma, Transgender Teens, Social Skills, LGBTQ2s+, Executive Functioning & Emotional Regulation. I use a personalized approach with each individual, includes psychodynamic psychotherapy, the use of assessment tools, individual interviews, child developmental and adult history, attachment theories, sensorimotor activities, play and art-based therapy, CBT, and mindfulness.

I am a registered psychotherapist, Certified Theraplay Practitioner and Certified Play Therapist with 30 years experience. My services are child and family-focused, helping children with behavioural challenges (self regulation), grief, separation anxiety, excess worry or anger and attachment related concerns. Services are covered by extended health insurance plans.

Alyse offers children/adolescents and their families a therapeutic environment that fosters creativity. Alyse utilizes the client's unique skills, strengths and talents to encourage self-expression. Everyone has the ability to resolve his/her own struggles and therapy is about unlocking the unique potential to do so. Alyse's primary clinical goal is to improve family functioning through self-expression and improved communication.

I am dedicated to a holistic integrative approach to provide clients with somatic, experiential, and evidence based treatments with a goal of integrating the mind and body as part of the healing process. I have experience working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, trauma, attachment issues, and grief. I am also a native Macedonian speaker.

Are you unable to cope with the responsibilities of life because you feel overwhelmed by them? Do you have trouble finding a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing your true feelings? Finding it difficult to deal with change and to achieve your goals? Or perhaps, you just want to gain perspective and a greater self awareness so you can become the best version of yourself for you and those around you. Listen, i hear you. Life is not easy, but support can be life changing. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relational issues, low self esteem, life changes or loss, you dont have to do it alone.

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.

In every therapeutic encounter, my goal is to inspire hope, foster personal growth, and facilitate lasting change. I am passionate about helping individuals explore their narratives, overcome obstacles, and cultivate a greater sense of fulfillment in their lives. If you are seeking a supportive and dedicated partner on your journey to self-discovery, I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you on your path to healing and personal transformation.

Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress? Are they experiencing difficulty at home or at school? We are here to help! Our experienced therapists aim to provide a safe place for children, teens, parents and families to work on their goals and to move towards feeling better. Child Therapy Halton provides Psychotherapy services to children (2-10), adolescents (11-18), young adults (19-23), parents, and families. Our therapists are able to treat a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, difficulty coping, trauma, parental divorce or separation, adoption, ADHD/ LD's and more.

You deserve to be free and to live a full and happy life! It is our genuine desire that you experience personal freedom. From this safe space you will be able to discover your true identity that will help you connect that Heart-Mind Unity that helps you live from the Fullness of Being. You will be able to dismantle negative beliefs and perceptions about life and find the wisdom to solve present difficulties. You will learn to restore healthy perspectives that will lead you to realize your dreams, resolve conflicting desires, navigate the demands that are made on you, and find meaning to your existence.

You can be free to live your best life!!! I provide collaborative therapeutic work in assisting you to resolve issues, restore perspectives and recharge your dreams. I am a caring psychotherapist with a genuine enthusiasm for people to know inner wellness and personal freedom. My significant experience have provided me confidence in treating various psychological, emotional and behavioural issues in individuals, couples and families. My approach is to provide meaningful and effective treatment in a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you can find a support that is compassionate and transformative.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, a recent loss, or just the general stressors of life? Is life becoming too much to handle because of past traumatic events that are affecting you today? I am a therapist with experience working with people of all ages, from children to older adults, and would love to work with you on your journey to wellness. I have experience working in both individual and group counselling settings with at-risk youth, those overcoming sexual abuse and domestic violence, brain injuries, anxiety and depression, addictions, palliative care and bereavement care.

Life's difficulties are opportunities for personal development, creativity, and finding meaning. I offer a heart-felt, calming, embodied presence using Jungian Analysis to accompany you home to your self. I am passionate about my role of creating a time, and a relationship, in which you can share your true feelings and explore your inner world to increase consciousness about yourself, and your relationship to others and the world, to find your individual path to fulfilment and your calling in life.

Clarity is my hope for each person I see, whether we use Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy, Narrative approaches, EMDR, Mindfulness, yoga, polyvagal theory, or creative arts expression. Regardless if your struggle is with depression, anxiety, an eating disorder, or trauma, clarity means a better awareness and understanding of yourself in the current situation. Knowing yourself allows you to make choices best for you, consciously. It can be challenging to unravel and understand all of the often conflicting messages we hear and give ourselves, but it is crucial. This is the work I will support and guide you in.

I offer an environment where change can be explored in creative and practical ways. Mindful conversation and reflection, compassion for self and the practice of both cognitive and somatic strategies are incorporated into each session. I believe that therapy is a co-created experience. It is important to me that people find new resources and enhance the ones that are already available to them. My approach is influenced by somatic psychology, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, developmental, relational and psychodynamic schools of psychology.

Core Centre Inc. provides assessment, consultation and counselling for children, youth and adults. Through our platform we provide online consultations, counselling and therapy with registered psychologists, psychotherapists and social workers. They can assist with a variety of issues, including: learning/academic struggles, behavioural difficulties, developmental delays, autism and relationship problems, among many other challenges.

Current Promo for our Intern level therapist- “Summer Try before you Buy”, get 2 free sessions with an Intern (conditions apply). CHM Therapy Services offers a range of psychotherapeutic services, specializing in individual therapy for young children, teens and adults and family therapy. I also offer group workshops, phototherapy, COGMED working memory training and parent/life coaching. Techniques used with clients include a personalized blend of cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness therapy, behavior therapy, play therapy; attachment therapy, narrative therapy, psychotherapy, vision boards and phototherapy.

Do you feel stuck in struggling with your unprocessed feelings, repeating the same patterns and not being able to move forward? Or maybe you feel helpless as your family is suffering through a crisis or an ongoing challenge. Coping with anxiety, depression, conflict in relationships or past trauma can make you feel resigned to a state of survival. Specializing in trauma, couples counselling, and children’s mental health I can help you reduce stress and conflict and find new meaning in your life and relationships. I also lead a team of diverse therapists and social workers and together we can cater to the needs of the whole family.

Do you often feel lost and exhausted in your own thoughts? Are you struggling with substance use? Or do you feel that something is weighing you down but you just can’t seem to figure out why? If you are looking to gain some perspective on your thoughts and feelings, gestalt therapy is a good place to start. As a Gestalt therapist, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore what is bothering you in the present moment. I am also excited to have the opportunity to work with student therapists and support them in this rewarding journey!

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.

My client population includes youth to senior age group with a variety of diagnoses, including Autism, Acquired Brain Injury, Alzheimer's/Dementias, Palliative care, PTSD and general wellness. No musical training is required and clients are encouraged to engage in therapeutic song-writing, vocal/instrumental improvisation, listening & analysis and performance. Clients want to ignite their creativity in order to have resources to deal with mental health challenges and for general mental/emotional/spiritual well-being. Reconnect with the most imaginative part of yourself for access to creative solutions to your own healing.

Whether you're struggling with personal or relational difficulties, complex issues, or a clinical diagnosis, I offer individuals, couples, families, and children a safe and confidential space to be heard and understood. Ultimately, my goal as a therapist is to work with you and/or your loved ones to support real and lasting change, so that you can live a life with ease.

I'm Emily - a cisgender, queer, neuro-diverse person with a passion for art and mental health. I support children 10+, teens, adults, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals both in-person and online using both Art Therapy and Talk Therapy techniques. No art skill or experience required! I'm here for anyone who has ever felt out of place, isolated, or misunderstood. Even if you can't quite find the words to describe what you're experiencing, I will help you find them. Together we will make a path toward healing that is unique to you and what you need.