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Lambton Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Sarnia, ON N7T
As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Lambton Counselling Services is committed to making an inspired contribution to personal growth and encouraging health in all states: Mental, Emotional, Physical and Spiritual. Our mandate is to support clients in identifying and resolving the issues that stop them from experiencing their lives to the fullest. Lambton Counselling Services is designed to meet a wide range of needs through private practice, groupwork, workshops and professional development.
As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Lambton Counselling Services is committed to making an inspired contribution to personal growth and encouraging health in all states: Mental, Emotional, Physical and Spiritual. Our mandate is to support clients in identifying and resolving the issues that stop them from experiencing their lives to the fullest. Lambton Counselling Services is designed to meet a wide range of needs through private practice, groupwork, workshops and professional development.
(855) 997-1032 View (855) 997-1032
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Lambton Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, NLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarnia, ON N7T
As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Lambton Counselling Services is committed to making an inspired contribution to personal growth and encouraging health in all states: Mental, Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual. Our mandate is to support clients in identifying and resolving the issues that stop them from experiencing their lives to the fullest. Situated in downtown Sarnia, Lambton Counselling Services is designed to meet a wide range of needs through individual and couples therapy, group work, and workshops.
As solution-focused therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Lambton Counselling Services is committed to making an inspired contribution to personal growth and encouraging health in all states: Mental, Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual. Our mandate is to support clients in identifying and resolving the issues that stop them from experiencing their lives to the fullest. Situated in downtown Sarnia, Lambton Counselling Services is designed to meet a wide range of needs through individual and couples therapy, group work, and workshops.
(226) 212-4628 View (226) 212-4628
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Amber Brown
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP-Q
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarnia, ON N7V
Some people are surprised to learn that trauma is all around us. Trauma can happen with physical, sexual or emotional abuse in addition to childhood neglect, racism, discrimination and oppression. People can also feel traumatized during childbirth, loss of life, career and major life changes, as well as divorce, bullying and rejection.
Some people are surprised to learn that trauma is all around us. Trauma can happen with physical, sexual or emotional abuse in addition to childhood neglect, racism, discrimination and oppression. People can also feel traumatized during childbirth, loss of life, career and major life changes, as well as divorce, bullying and rejection.
(519) 381-6796 View (519) 381-6796
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW
Verified Verified
Sarnia, ON N7T  (Online Only)
If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
(548) 485-5842 View (548) 485-5842
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Chris Chmielewski
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sarnia, ON N7T
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
(226) 400-1834 View (226) 400-1834

Online Therapists

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Anna Dalton
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CAPT
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2J
I have trained at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto and had RLT training for working with Couples (Terry Real).
In my practice I use a creative, relational approach. I have a deep respect for a client's life experience and courage. With patience and presence I will challenge you to make the changes you want to see in your life. I offer a safe environment, free of judgment and filled with respect. In my practice you can count on being seen clearly and on seeing your own reflection. My continuous studies in the field allow me to offer clients the support they need. I have offices in both Waterloo and Stratford, Ontario.
I have trained at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto and had RLT training for working with Couples (Terry Real).
In my practice I use a creative, relational approach. I have a deep respect for a client's life experience and courage. With patience and presence I will challenge you to make the changes you want to see in your life. I offer a safe environment, free of judgment and filled with respect. In my practice you can count on being seen clearly and on seeing your own reflection. My continuous studies in the field allow me to offer clients the support they need. I have offices in both Waterloo and Stratford, Ontario.
(855) 980-6934 View (855) 980-6934
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SolutionFirst Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2H
Accepting New Clients! Imagine a therapy clinic that didn't just ask you how your week was, but instead created a plan to help you overcome your problems. Now imagine being matched up with a therapist that is specialized in the problem you face. Now imagine where you could be in 6 months if you work with this plan and apply the steps provided by this specialist. We are a clinic with over 40 therapists, all with different specializations and areas of expertise. We are here to help you overcome the issues you face.
Accepting New Clients! Imagine a therapy clinic that didn't just ask you how your week was, but instead created a plan to help you overcome your problems. Now imagine being matched up with a therapist that is specialized in the problem you face. Now imagine where you could be in 6 months if you work with this plan and apply the steps provided by this specialist. We are a clinic with over 40 therapists, all with different specializations and areas of expertise. We are here to help you overcome the issues you face.
(548) 901-0086 View (548) 901-0086
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Dana Lauder
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Hello! I'm glad you've found your way here. I'm Dana, and I want you to know that you're not alone in whatever you're facing. I deeply understand the journey of navigating anxiety, childhood trauma, and the complexities of relationships, especially as a young professional. My own story and the experience of losing my father at a young age, fuels my empathy and understanding. It's from this place of shared experience that I offer support to those walking similar paths. As a single parent, I understand the unique challenges that can come with balancing career, personal healing, and parenting.
Hello! I'm glad you've found your way here. I'm Dana, and I want you to know that you're not alone in whatever you're facing. I deeply understand the journey of navigating anxiety, childhood trauma, and the complexities of relationships, especially as a young professional. My own story and the experience of losing my father at a young age, fuels my empathy and understanding. It's from this place of shared experience that I offer support to those walking similar paths. As a single parent, I understand the unique challenges that can come with balancing career, personal healing, and parenting.
(226) 705-1098 View (226) 705-1098
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Eunhyang Priscilla Sihn
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, MDiv, ThM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Living a full and satisfying life is never easy, and can oftentimes be lonely and overwhelming. Nobody can or should “go it alone.” You may want to grow, learn, or tackle obstacles in your path. Or perhaps you simply want to relax and be heard. Regardless, you have come to a good place. My goal as a therapist and human being is to accompany you on your personal journey, supporting you in the ways you want, helping you realize who you might want to be, and providing you with tools/strategies to help you in a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental environment.
Living a full and satisfying life is never easy, and can oftentimes be lonely and overwhelming. Nobody can or should “go it alone.” You may want to grow, learn, or tackle obstacles in your path. Or perhaps you simply want to relax and be heard. Regardless, you have come to a good place. My goal as a therapist and human being is to accompany you on your personal journey, supporting you in the ways you want, helping you realize who you might want to be, and providing you with tools/strategies to help you in a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental environment.
(548) 484-5652 View (548) 484-5652
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Seniha Yildiz
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, MTS, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6B
Our core beliefs and rigid thoughts that we accumulated during our childhood unconsciously affect our feelings and behaviors. When they start to affect our daily functioning we develop mental struggles. I am ready to accompany you in this journey to help you be aware of them and find solutions. What you need to do is believing in change and in the benefit of psychotherapy. It is crucial to have a non-biased stance towards your mental state and psychotherapy. For more info about me and my practice: www.ahealingsoul.ca
Our core beliefs and rigid thoughts that we accumulated during our childhood unconsciously affect our feelings and behaviors. When they start to affect our daily functioning we develop mental struggles. I am ready to accompany you in this journey to help you be aware of them and find solutions. What you need to do is believing in change and in the benefit of psychotherapy. It is crucial to have a non-biased stance towards your mental state and psychotherapy. For more info about me and my practice: www.ahealingsoul.ca
(226) 401-0775 View (226) 401-0775
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Laura Cosma
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6K  (Online Only)
You are a unique human being dealing with existential crises, feeling stuck and constantly worrying about your health, your relationships or your job. You are searching for your authentic self and for new meanings in a post pandemic world that appears unpredictable and unsafe. You are looking for long lasting change that includes feeling in control of your life, improving your mood and energy level, and gaining skills to better regulate your emotions and develop healthy relationships with your self and others. I offer my 20 years expertise in a safe, non-judgmental environment to assist you with working toward your personal goals.
You are a unique human being dealing with existential crises, feeling stuck and constantly worrying about your health, your relationships or your job. You are searching for your authentic self and for new meanings in a post pandemic world that appears unpredictable and unsafe. You are looking for long lasting change that includes feeling in control of your life, improving your mood and energy level, and gaining skills to better regulate your emotions and develop healthy relationships with your self and others. I offer my 20 years expertise in a safe, non-judgmental environment to assist you with working toward your personal goals.
(226) 546-1786 View (226) 546-1786
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Madison Klie
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2L
Feeling trapped by anxious or obsessive thoughts, consumed by negative self-talk, and having these thoughts interfere with your relationships can lead to a vicious cycle of shame and emotional pain. This is a cycle that I know. Through the lens of attachment theory, exploring attachment wounds and patterns becomes a powerful tool for developing secure and supportive relationships, both within ourselves and with others.
Feeling trapped by anxious or obsessive thoughts, consumed by negative self-talk, and having these thoughts interfere with your relationships can lead to a vicious cycle of shame and emotional pain. This is a cycle that I know. Through the lens of attachment theory, exploring attachment wounds and patterns becomes a powerful tool for developing secure and supportive relationships, both within ourselves and with others.
(226) 458-8382 View (226) 458-8382
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VivelaVitaTherapies
Registered Social Worker, BHSc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2M
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage the thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? There are steps you can take to improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships and attachments and move towards personal healing and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle or negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a more positive and fulfilling life.
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage the thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? There are steps you can take to improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships and attachments and move towards personal healing and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle or negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a more positive and fulfilling life.
(226) 400-1912 View (226) 400-1912
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The Counselling House
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MACP, RSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S
My focus of my practice is that of relationship counselling. Relationship to self, others and the world is extremely important for healthy living. When something gets in the way of good relationship then sometimes it is really important to have a third parties insight into what might be going wrong and how to make changes to overcome what might be standing in the way. I see children, teens, individuals, couples, and families. We offer: anger management, domestic violence, relapse prevention, weight loss, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, trauma resolution and Christian counselling programs.
My focus of my practice is that of relationship counselling. Relationship to self, others and the world is extremely important for healthy living. When something gets in the way of good relationship then sometimes it is really important to have a third parties insight into what might be going wrong and how to make changes to overcome what might be standing in the way. I see children, teens, individuals, couples, and families. We offer: anger management, domestic violence, relapse prevention, weight loss, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, trauma resolution and Christian counselling programs.
(226) 799-2171 View (226) 799-2171
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2E  (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
(437) 747-8880 View (437) 747-8880
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A  (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
(249) 202-2308 View (249) 202-2308
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Dr. Jodie Lockey-Duesling 'mind-Body-Soul'
Registered Social Worker, BA, MACP, RSW, DCP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brantford, ON N3T  (Online Only)
I have over 15 years of specialized and certified experience, with a focus on adult and child autism/adhd, hormonal changes, athletic, executive career coaching, inner child wounds, attachment injury, hoarding, grief, anxiety, depression, soul/intuitive and trauma. I am passionate supporting women, including busy moms who want their identity and holistic connection to their world. One size does not fit all; thus, I am unique because I utilize integrative, somatic, EMDR, cognitive, behavioural, emotional and neurofeedback! Let’s align mind, body and soul, using neuroscience to create new neural pathways and regulate nervous systems!
I have over 15 years of specialized and certified experience, with a focus on adult and child autism/adhd, hormonal changes, athletic, executive career coaching, inner child wounds, attachment injury, hoarding, grief, anxiety, depression, soul/intuitive and trauma. I am passionate supporting women, including busy moms who want their identity and holistic connection to their world. One size does not fit all; thus, I am unique because I utilize integrative, somatic, EMDR, cognitive, behavioural, emotional and neurofeedback! Let’s align mind, body and soul, using neuroscience to create new neural pathways and regulate nervous systems!
(226) 242-9655 View (226) 242-9655
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Amy Forristal
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CYW, MA, GIT dip
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
London, ON N6G  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Come as you are, stressed, lost, angry, overwhelmed, broken, I meet you where you're at without judgment. I offer a holistic process that support you to increase awareness, refine inner attunement, and develop self exploration around the challenges or transformations you seek. Together we'll authentically explore different tools and approaches that prove most effective or well-suited to your unique needs. Discovering the right combination of support that helps gets you through difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Accepting New Clients. Come as you are, stressed, lost, angry, overwhelmed, broken, I meet you where you're at without judgment. I offer a holistic process that support you to increase awareness, refine inner attunement, and develop self exploration around the challenges or transformations you seek. Together we'll authentically explore different tools and approaches that prove most effective or well-suited to your unique needs. Discovering the right combination of support that helps gets you through difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
(226) 756-2131 View (226) 756-2131
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Christy Burgess
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A
If you're seeking support or guidance on your journey, you're not alone. I have had the privilege of walking alongside adolescents, young adults, and families through life's difficulties. I specialize in helping people struggling with anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I offer compassionate guidance for communication hurdles, parenting challenges, and navigating separation/divorce. I help empower individuals, equipping them with the resilience and tools needed to effectively manage work stress and navigate conflicts with confidence and grace. My approach is rooted in building trust and fostering genuine connections.
If you're seeking support or guidance on your journey, you're not alone. I have had the privilege of walking alongside adolescents, young adults, and families through life's difficulties. I specialize in helping people struggling with anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I offer compassionate guidance for communication hurdles, parenting challenges, and navigating separation/divorce. I help empower individuals, equipping them with the resilience and tools needed to effectively manage work stress and navigate conflicts with confidence and grace. My approach is rooted in building trust and fostering genuine connections.
(226) 909-0899 View (226) 909-0899
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Roberta McKay
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, IBP, SEP
Verified Verified
Kitchener, ON N2H
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I specialize in a somatic (body-mind) approach to resolve issues that interfere with one's happiness and well being. We will look at how early life experiences affect us and our relationships. This helps in developing a greater understanding in how one behaves in their current life, creating more options for lasting change. This work is very effective in treating depression by helping one feel more aliveness, energy and a sense of well being.It helps with anxiety by providing tools to create a sense of calm and presence.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I specialize in a somatic (body-mind) approach to resolve issues that interfere with one's happiness and well being. We will look at how early life experiences affect us and our relationships. This helps in developing a greater understanding in how one behaves in their current life, creating more options for lasting change. This work is very effective in treating depression by helping one feel more aliveness, energy and a sense of well being.It helps with anxiety by providing tools to create a sense of calm and presence.
(519) 900-1644 View (519) 900-1644

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Gestalt Counsellors

What is gestalt therapy?

Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behaviour, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.

How does gestalt therapy work?

Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.

How long does gestalt therapy last?

As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.

Does gestalt therapy work?

Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.