Anxiety Therapists in Thornhill, ON

Mel offers tailored therapy for youth and adults tackling anxiety, ADHD, and relationship struggles. She passionately believes that overwhelming feelings should not restrict anyone from living a fulfilling life. Mel will be your ally, highlighting your inherent strengths, teaching you to set healthier boundaries, and enhancing your confidence. If you're having a hard time with personal, family, or friend relationships, Mel is here to help. She has the skills to assist you in making your relationships stronger and in building new positive connections with others.

Are you experiencing stress and anxiety in your work, school, or interpersonal relationships? I work with post-secondary students and individuals to support them in coping effectively with these challenges. I am dedicated to enhancing your well-being through improved interpersonal relationships, and supporting you in navigating the unique and sometimes complex experiences that come with being connected to others. I offer support in several areas, including setting boundaries, addressing insecure attachment in romantic relationships, managing friendships, and handling various relationship-related difficulties.

I have over 25 years of clinical experience working primarily with adolescent girls and adult women of all ages who are struggling to manage as well as they can in challenging times. I have expertise in the fields of: anxiety, loss, and interpersonal relationships as well as with life transitions, parenting and the overwhelming stress that can challenge daily life. I approach discussions from a strengths based perspective- with warmth, empathy, a sense of humour and a strong belief that clients of all ages and life stages are able to change, and meet their goals, with the right support.

In my therapeutic space, you can express your feelings, sort out your thoughts, and face life's challenges with someone who cares. I'm here to support your mental health with warmth, understanding, and lots of patience. I'm passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can truly be you. Let's work together to discover more about yourself, bounce back from tough times, and grow.

Hi, I'm Heather Senst a psychotherapist (under the supervision of Dr. Kim Edwards, C.Psych) at MindFit, a leading psychology clinic (or as prefer to say, "mental health gym"). Just like a "typical" gym, MindFit was designed to be accessible and inviting to anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being. From day one, I will do everything I can ensure to ensure you (or your child) feel heard, supported and valued. My apporach is structured (with weekly handouts), evidence-based, and designed to help you (or your child) develop practical and effective skills and strategies to not only cope, but thrive!

I am a registered Social Worker and have worked primarily with children, teenagers, and young adults over the past eleven years. I am passionate about what I do, and my strengths lie in my ability to connect with others to enhance their overall well-being. I focus primarily on supporting clients with symptoms of anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties and low self-esteem. I consider myself extremely privileged to work in this field and approach each client with compassion and understanding.

Do you feel like you are struggling with symptoms of Anxiety or Depression or experience feelings that have become overwhelming, or cause physical symptoms. Are you feeling sad or miserable most of the time over a long period of time, or in your relationship? Do you struggle with body image issues? or find yourself asking what you can do, as a parent, to resolve conflicts and arguments with your kids? and if your child was diagnosed with ADHD, how can you help them cope with difficulties at school, socially and at home?

Has your anxiety left you stuck in a relentless cycle of worrying, obsessing, and avoiding? Have you been suffering from panic attacks and fear having another one? Are you struggling with crippling shyness and feelings of insecurity? Do you find yourself obsessing about contamination, the well-being of yourself or others, your sexuality or relationships, or the sense of needing things to be “just right?” Do you find yourself desperately attempting to get rid of these thoughts and feelings? Are you ashamed of these thoughts and worry that they mean something about you? I want to assure you of one thing - you are NOT your thoughts.

It may not be easy to overcome life’s challenges on your own and reaching for help is an essential step for change. You might struggle with upsetting emotions and conditions as Anxiety, Panic, Anger, Guilt, Grief, Depression, Trauma. Or you might be having difficulty adjusting to a major life change, wishing to establish healthier relationships. You may want to be more assertive and live your life fully. We can find a healing path forward. My passion and commitment is to help identify, address, and resolve barriers that get in a way of fulfillment and ease in your life.

I am a professor of psychology and a registered psychotherapist (Qualifying), experienced in the assessment and treatment of individuals with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, overthinking, anger management, traumatic and adverse childhood experiences, stress management, couples and partners with conflicts, pre-marriage and marriage counseling (assessment), relationship problems and breakup, parenting and parent education, parent-teen challenges, children and divorce, personality assessment and difficulties, low self-esteem and self-confidence.

Initial consultations can be booked online at counsellingandbehaviour.com. Counselling & Behaviour Services proudly provides accessible psychotherapy for everyone, including those with autism, disability (learning, developmental & physical), ADHD, and complex diagnoses. We provide evidence-based treatments to reduce the symptoms of anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation and specialize in adapting treatments to support individuals across a large spectrum, including those with limited communication, and cognitive and sensory challenges.

Life can take many twists and turns. Sometimes the paths we take can feel overwhelming and burdensome. Your struggles may include anxiety, depression, irritability/anger, stress, relationship difficulties, life transition issues, or low self-esteem, to name just a few. The good news is...life can look and feel very different. Using a variety of evidence based treatment modalities such as cognitive behaviour therapy and dialectical behaviour therapy, I will support you in learning new coping skills, building healthier relationships, and improving your self-confidence and resiliency.

Many people experience difficulty managing their emotions or feel “stuck” in life. Collaboratively, we will work together towards meaningful change. My approach is informed by Emotion-Focused, Cognitive-Behavioural, and Acceptance and Commitment therapies. I provide therapy to teens and adults, with particular expertise in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma/abuse.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, down, anxious, stressed, or seeking answers? Would you like to improve your health and well-being and create deeper healing, improved relationships, lasting change, and transformation in your life? Perhaps you find yourself lacking time, focus, energy, drive, connection, and have no idea how to start improving things. We all have times in life when we may feel this way. With everything going on in the world these days, it's not easy to not feel this way. But you can finally stop trying to do it all alone now. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support.

Life often presents us with unexpected twists and turns that challenge us in ways we never imagined. Amid these uncertainties, recognizing the need for support takes great courage. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship issues, or a major life transition, you don't have to face these obstacles alone. I offer a safe and supportive environment with warmth and empathy, where we can explore your thoughts and feelings, identify your strengths and challenges, and discover your true self along with opportunities for growth and transformation. You deserve to live a life of joy, connection, and purpose.

We strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgemental space for you to explore your issues and work towards reaching your goals. You may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, OCD, phobia, addiction, complex trauma or relationship issues. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure how to move forward. Our qualified and compassionate therapists are here to help you navigate these challenges and move toward leading a fulfilling life.

Welcome, I'm glad you're here. Whether this is your first time seeking out therapy, or have had prior experiences, it takes courage to reach out for support. I am here to walk alongside you, aiming to make this experience a little less daunting. Together, we can navigate life's challenges and work towards decreasing barriers that interfere with your daily life. I have a specific interest in trauma, anxiety, emotion regulation, and interpersonal relationships.

Over 20 years of clinical social work experience working with diverse populations, children, adolescents, adults; individual, family, group, couple therapy and perinatal therapeutic support. Focus on mental health and well being, specifically addressing anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, attachment, problem-solving/conflict resolution, decision making, time management, and organizational skills.

When your past lives on, you aren’t being fair to your future! You may feel like you are reliving the same old story and stuck in a repetitive pattern of negative thoughts, behaviour, and emotions with no way out. As a therapist, I walk with you to revisit these old stories and guide you to change this pattern. We will have an open conversation where you bring the knowledge of your life and I bring the knowledge of how a change can happen. My experience as a therapist has taught me that people need to be understood in an open, nonjudgmental, supportive and nurturing environment. Part of my job is to provide this environment.