Female Therapists in Port Colborne, ON
Playful Solutions
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CPT-R, EMDR
Verified Verified
Port Colborne, ON L3K
Liz Christie is registered and dedicated to offering EMDR and Play Therapy to her community. Liz is also an EMDRIA approved Consultant in Training. Liz provides a safe and warm therapeutic environment to guide parents and their children through issues such as anxiety/OCD, depression, relational attachment concerns/RAD, trauma related to grief, divorce, physical or sexual abuse, emotional/social behaviour struggles, and self-esteem. Children and teens who struggle to cope with confusing feelings can show signs of emotion dysregulation through their behaviour and Liz can help.
Liz Christie is registered and dedicated to offering EMDR and Play Therapy to her community. Liz is also an EMDRIA approved Consultant in Training. Liz provides a safe and warm therapeutic environment to guide parents and their children through issues such as anxiety/OCD, depression, relational attachment concerns/RAD, trauma related to grief, divorce, physical or sexual abuse, emotional/social behaviour struggles, and self-esteem. Children and teens who struggle to cope with confusing feelings can show signs of emotion dysregulation through their behaviour and Liz can help.
As a therapist I strive to create an environment in which people are supported and empowered to create their own pathways forward. I believe that engaging in therapy can be one of the most rewarding and beneficial self-care practices. I work with clients to assess their negative and often distorted beliefs and unhelpful behaviour which can keep them feeling down and stuck. I firmly believe that every human being has the capacity to fulfill his or her own potential, in order to lead happier and healthier lives. I offer clients genuine empathy and unconditional positive regard in order to facilitate change.
As a therapist I strive to create an environment in which people are supported and empowered to create their own pathways forward. I believe that engaging in therapy can be one of the most rewarding and beneficial self-care practices. I work with clients to assess their negative and often distorted beliefs and unhelpful behaviour which can keep them feeling down and stuck. I firmly believe that every human being has the capacity to fulfill his or her own potential, in order to lead happier and healthier lives. I offer clients genuine empathy and unconditional positive regard in order to facilitate change.
Sarah Andrews
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Colborne, ON L3K (Online Only)
Imagine what it would feel like to begin moving from your hurt towards hope? Providing support for your healing process in a calm, non-judgemental space, is something I consider a privilege to be part of, as your therapist. By taking an active role in your life, and talking to a therapist, you are investing in yourself, your relationship, and your family. Clients will be provided with a safe space to reflect on, and process presenting issues and behaviours that may be affecting life. I will work with you to set goals, coping skills, and strategies towards areas of life you would like to modify for better quality of living.
Imagine what it would feel like to begin moving from your hurt towards hope? Providing support for your healing process in a calm, non-judgemental space, is something I consider a privilege to be part of, as your therapist. By taking an active role in your life, and talking to a therapist, you are investing in yourself, your relationship, and your family. Clients will be provided with a safe space to reflect on, and process presenting issues and behaviours that may be affecting life. I will work with you to set goals, coping skills, and strategies towards areas of life you would like to modify for better quality of living.
Danielle Mackenzie
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Port Colborne, ON L3K
Virtual, Phone, and In Person sessions available (in person in Niagara Falls). Sometimes things can feel overwhelming. We can lose focus, motivation, or feel lost. That is okay, and absolutely normal. Having a supportive and safe space to express yourself, without fear of judgement can be beneficial. Identifying your goals, barriers, and your priorities can help organize your thoughts and start the path to healing. It can be tough to look forward when you are feeling stuck in one spot. Recognizing and reminding you of your strengths can be empowering. It can be hard to ask for help, so congratulations on taking the first step.
Virtual, Phone, and In Person sessions available (in person in Niagara Falls). Sometimes things can feel overwhelming. We can lose focus, motivation, or feel lost. That is okay, and absolutely normal. Having a supportive and safe space to express yourself, without fear of judgement can be beneficial. Identifying your goals, barriers, and your priorities can help organize your thoughts and start the path to healing. It can be tough to look forward when you are feeling stuck in one spot. Recognizing and reminding you of your strengths can be empowering. It can be hard to ask for help, so congratulations on taking the first step.
Nina Wallace
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Colborne, ON L3K (Online Only)
Have you experienced a traumatic event in your life? For some people, trauma was experienced in childhood, or through sexual assault, being involved in an accident, being in an emotionally or physically abusive relationship, not having your basic needs met, or experiencing it through your work as a frontline worker. Untreated trauma can fester in one's body and present as anxiety/panic, depression, anger, irritability, sleep/eating issues, inability to concentrate, low self-esteem or intimacy issues.
Have you experienced a traumatic event in your life? For some people, trauma was experienced in childhood, or through sexual assault, being involved in an accident, being in an emotionally or physically abusive relationship, not having your basic needs met, or experiencing it through your work as a frontline worker. Untreated trauma can fester in one's body and present as anxiety/panic, depression, anger, irritability, sleep/eating issues, inability to concentrate, low self-esteem or intimacy issues.
SoulScape Services: Psychotherapy & Wellness Hub
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BA , RP
Verified Verified
Port Colborne, ON L3K
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
Therapy shouldn't feel like a chore. While it might sometimes be hard to hear what is discussed in therapy, overall you should leave feeling like you've gained something useful or even transformative. Over time, you should feel you are getting stronger, more resilient and have shed layers of fear and anxiety. Of course this process can be overwhelming at times and you might not always progress on the timeframe that you thought you would, but when therapy goes well, you should feel more settled and more clear about your life. You should gain understanding about yourself and others and have a renewed sense of purpose and passion
I work with clients who are looking to heal and understand themselves more deeply. I help guide clients down their own intuitive path of emotional healing. I do this by helping clients reconnect to their authentic selves and inner knowing. As a general psychotherapy practitioner, there's a wide variety issues and concerns that I work with including stress management, relationships, depression, anxiety, feeling lost, anger, break-ups, burnout, childhood abuse, codependence, grief/ loss, self-esteem, self-harm, sexual abuse, trauma, parental wounds & spiritual crisis.
I work with clients who are looking to heal and understand themselves more deeply. I help guide clients down their own intuitive path of emotional healing. I do this by helping clients reconnect to their authentic selves and inner knowing. As a general psychotherapy practitioner, there's a wide variety issues and concerns that I work with including stress management, relationships, depression, anxiety, feeling lost, anger, break-ups, burnout, childhood abuse, codependence, grief/ loss, self-esteem, self-harm, sexual abuse, trauma, parental wounds & spiritual crisis.
Life can not only feel overwhelming at times, but also as though no one understands your experience. Sharing in moments of trust and acknowledgement are what you can expect in session. Leigh-Anne has over 20 years experience supporting parents, children and caregivers with connecting their experiences to their emotional response. Finding connection and validation are at the forefront of beginning to change and grow and this will lead our sessions as we unpack your experiences and process through the use of therapeutic strategies that are comfortable for you.
Life can not only feel overwhelming at times, but also as though no one understands your experience. Sharing in moments of trust and acknowledgement are what you can expect in session. Leigh-Anne has over 20 years experience supporting parents, children and caregivers with connecting their experiences to their emotional response. Finding connection and validation are at the forefront of beginning to change and grow and this will lead our sessions as we unpack your experiences and process through the use of therapeutic strategies that are comfortable for you.
Mindful Footsteps Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Port Colborne, ON L3K
Welcome! Thanks for taking the first step in your healing journey! Are you ready to invest in yourself and build better coping skills for navigating life easier? Are you wanting to decrease stress and anxiety? Build skills for managing ADHD? Navigate parenting a toddler or child easier? I enjoy working with female-identifying youth, adults and mothers who are committed to therapy. My promise to you is that you will achieve your results quicker in therapy by maintaining motivation and completing homework tasks assigned.
Welcome! Thanks for taking the first step in your healing journey! Are you ready to invest in yourself and build better coping skills for navigating life easier? Are you wanting to decrease stress and anxiety? Build skills for managing ADHD? Navigate parenting a toddler or child easier? I enjoy working with female-identifying youth, adults and mothers who are committed to therapy. My promise to you is that you will achieve your results quicker in therapy by maintaining motivation and completing homework tasks assigned.
Adi Talkar
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Port Colborne, ON L3K (Online Only)
Embarking on your healing journey requires courage, but you don't have to go it alone. As your therapist, I approach healing with an eclectic perspective, incorporating mindfulness, self-awareness, and compassion. I deeply value your uniqueness and tailor our approach by drawing from a range of modalities that best fit your individualized needs and goals. Building a strong therapeutic relationship and offering a safe, non-judgmental space for all my clients is of utmost importance to me.
Embarking on your healing journey requires courage, but you don't have to go it alone. As your therapist, I approach healing with an eclectic perspective, incorporating mindfulness, self-awareness, and compassion. I deeply value your uniqueness and tailor our approach by drawing from a range of modalities that best fit your individualized needs and goals. Building a strong therapeutic relationship and offering a safe, non-judgmental space for all my clients is of utmost importance to me.
Affinity Wellness Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Port Colborne, ON L3K
Karen McCafferty MSW RSW. We all have times in our lives when we need someone to talk to and help work through issues. I support men and women of all ages, & I’d be happy to talk to you. I have experience with individual & family counselling. I enjoy working with adolescents & young adults utilizing CBT for self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship/interpersonal issues, weight management, identity concerns & overcoming loss and grief by identifying triggers, supporting client strengths & building realistic coping skills. I offer video, phone and TEXT counselling; please ask for TEXT counselling monthly subscription details.
Karen McCafferty MSW RSW. We all have times in our lives when we need someone to talk to and help work through issues. I support men and women of all ages, & I’d be happy to talk to you. I have experience with individual & family counselling. I enjoy working with adolescents & young adults utilizing CBT for self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship/interpersonal issues, weight management, identity concerns & overcoming loss and grief by identifying triggers, supporting client strengths & building realistic coping skills. I offer video, phone and TEXT counselling; please ask for TEXT counselling monthly subscription details.
Jennifer Accursi Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Port Colborne, ON L3K
Welcome! I have worked in the field of social work for 20 years. My practice includes working with both youth and adults. Many of my clients are dealing with depression, anxiety and/or trauma. I support my clients in their healing journey by using a strength based collaborative approach that sees the client as the expert in their own lives. Oftentimes clients are looking for guidance, a sense of calm, a feeling of relief, a place to feel safe and heard. Other clients have specific, targeted goals that they would like to work on through therapy. Whatever the reason, I will work with you every step of the way.
Welcome! I have worked in the field of social work for 20 years. My practice includes working with both youth and adults. Many of my clients are dealing with depression, anxiety and/or trauma. I support my clients in their healing journey by using a strength based collaborative approach that sees the client as the expert in their own lives. Oftentimes clients are looking for guidance, a sense of calm, a feeling of relief, a place to feel safe and heard. Other clients have specific, targeted goals that they would like to work on through therapy. Whatever the reason, I will work with you every step of the way.
Are you feeling unsure of what you want or unclear of the steps you must take to achieve it? Are you living with self-doubt, struggling to recognize your own needs, or establishing boundaries that protect your peace? Do you find yourself seeking advice or validation from those around you and leaving those conversations feeling misunderstood, out of alignment with your values or how you want to move through the world? Do you wonder what it would feel like to live authentically for yourself? I am here to assist you in tapping into your intuition and supporting you as you make mindful choices to shape the life you aspire to lead.
Are you feeling unsure of what you want or unclear of the steps you must take to achieve it? Are you living with self-doubt, struggling to recognize your own needs, or establishing boundaries that protect your peace? Do you find yourself seeking advice or validation from those around you and leaving those conversations feeling misunderstood, out of alignment with your values or how you want to move through the world? Do you wonder what it would feel like to live authentically for yourself? I am here to assist you in tapping into your intuition and supporting you as you make mindful choices to shape the life you aspire to lead.
Lindsay ONeil Trauma & Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, RMSW, BA CHYS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Colborne, ON L3K
I help people who have experienced trauma to heal their hearts and ease their minds. I have worked with people from very diverse backgrounds and experiences, as well as with a range of professionals including NRP officers, ER nurses, and immigration lawyers. Using the Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model (ITATM), I am able to offer elements of a variety of evidence-based counselling services, in this layered, sensory rich approach. This incorporates elements of DBT, CBT, bi-lateral stimulation, mindfulness, somatic work, grounding activities, drawing, and meditation.
I help people who have experienced trauma to heal their hearts and ease their minds. I have worked with people from very diverse backgrounds and experiences, as well as with a range of professionals including NRP officers, ER nurses, and immigration lawyers. Using the Integrative Trauma and Attachment Treatment Model (ITATM), I am able to offer elements of a variety of evidence-based counselling services, in this layered, sensory rich approach. This incorporates elements of DBT, CBT, bi-lateral stimulation, mindfulness, somatic work, grounding activities, drawing, and meditation.
Checking In Counselling & Consulting
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CHyp
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Colborne, ON L3K
Checking In Counselling & Consulting provides a range of therapeutic services designed to help clients engage in a process of self-discovery and improvement. Our therapeutic approach encourages clients to 'check in' with themselves, meaning to become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours as a pathway to healing and growth. The services offered by Checking In include individual, couples, and family therapy for clients of all ages. For clients who cannot attend in person, Checking In also offers remote services through video or phone sessions, ensuring accessibility and convenience. www.checkingintherapy.ca
Checking In Counselling & Consulting provides a range of therapeutic services designed to help clients engage in a process of self-discovery and improvement. Our therapeutic approach encourages clients to 'check in' with themselves, meaning to become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours as a pathway to healing and growth. The services offered by Checking In include individual, couples, and family therapy for clients of all ages. For clients who cannot attend in person, Checking In also offers remote services through video or phone sessions, ensuring accessibility and convenience. www.checkingintherapy.ca
More Therapists Nearby
Olivia Bynkoski
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welland, ON L3C
I value a real, down to earth approach and making authentic connections with my clients. You are the expert on your life and I'm here to listen and give you the space to explore and unpack it all, from the present stressors of work, relationship and parenting pressures and the past where it all began. If you want something more than manuals, coaching and worksheets, I might be the right person for you. I aim to help you make connections between the past and the present, to empower you and to help you make choices and set boundaries that help you to work with the factors in your life rather than work against them.
I value a real, down to earth approach and making authentic connections with my clients. You are the expert on your life and I'm here to listen and give you the space to explore and unpack it all, from the present stressors of work, relationship and parenting pressures and the past where it all began. If you want something more than manuals, coaching and worksheets, I might be the right person for you. I aim to help you make connections between the past and the present, to empower you and to help you make choices and set boundaries that help you to work with the factors in your life rather than work against them.
Greer Kidnie - Flourish Counselling & Creativity
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Welland, ON L3B
Waitlist for new clients
The journey to find a therapist that meets your specific needs is vital. Flourish offers the following: 1 - Connection with your therapist - The therapeutic relationship is a unique, two-way journey. I am a ‘real’ human being that takes pride in relating to others genuinely. 2 - Meeting space- Space is just as important as the person working in it and their clients. I designed Flourish to be a space where you feel secure enough to do the important work necessary for healing and change.
The journey to find a therapist that meets your specific needs is vital. Flourish offers the following: 1 - Connection with your therapist - The therapeutic relationship is a unique, two-way journey. I am a ‘real’ human being that takes pride in relating to others genuinely. 2 - Meeting space- Space is just as important as the person working in it and their clients. I designed Flourish to be a space where you feel secure enough to do the important work necessary for healing and change.
Help for Helpers: “How are you, really?” Is taking care of others, responding to constant demands at work and juggling responsibilities at home leaving you on high alert, feeling disconnected, exhausted, resentful and lost in your sense of self? Putting your emotions on hold, compartmentalising your life, minimising the impact of your work and your responsibilities at home and simply pushing through can lead to burn out, symptoms of anxiety, depression and PTSD. You do not have to do this alone, I am here to support you.
Help for Helpers: “How are you, really?” Is taking care of others, responding to constant demands at work and juggling responsibilities at home leaving you on high alert, feeling disconnected, exhausted, resentful and lost in your sense of self? Putting your emotions on hold, compartmentalising your life, minimising the impact of your work and your responsibilities at home and simply pushing through can lead to burn out, symptoms of anxiety, depression and PTSD. You do not have to do this alone, I am here to support you.
Are you struggling? Do you need clarity in your life? Let's talk about your unique story! Life is a journey that has ups and downs. During this journey we can all use someone to help us through those difficult times. Getting that help makes you stronger. Learning to process our feelings and strengthen our resolve for the next challenge that comes our way will empower you. Don't struggle in silence...take back control of your emotions and feelings and thrive in life. Mental health can be something you control, instead of it controlling you! Let's start the journey to peace together.
Are you struggling? Do you need clarity in your life? Let's talk about your unique story! Life is a journey that has ups and downs. During this journey we can all use someone to help us through those difficult times. Getting that help makes you stronger. Learning to process our feelings and strengthen our resolve for the next challenge that comes our way will empower you. Don't struggle in silence...take back control of your emotions and feelings and thrive in life. Mental health can be something you control, instead of it controlling you! Let's start the journey to peace together.
Tara Kelly - Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Welland, ON L3C
People seek out counselling and therapy for a variety of reasons, each important, valid and worthy of addressing. My passion is to help support people to draw on their strengths and resilience despite challenges that may be affecting their ability to live a more confident and fulfilling life. Whether you are coming to therapy to process past painful experiences, explore your current situation, or work towards future goals, I offer a supportive environment that allows you to accomplish the goals you have set for yourself. As an integrative therapist, I draw from several therapeutic modalities to meet your unique needs.
People seek out counselling and therapy for a variety of reasons, each important, valid and worthy of addressing. My passion is to help support people to draw on their strengths and resilience despite challenges that may be affecting their ability to live a more confident and fulfilling life. Whether you are coming to therapy to process past painful experiences, explore your current situation, or work towards future goals, I offer a supportive environment that allows you to accomplish the goals you have set for yourself. As an integrative therapist, I draw from several therapeutic modalities to meet your unique needs.
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Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.