In Person Therapists in Welland, ON

Professional counsellor, 29+ years, with appointments Monday to Friday 9 am to 9 pm with an office in Welland, as well as a counselling professor at Niagara College for 21 years teaching Child & Youth Worker diploma program, Counselling Skills for Human Services Certificate program & the Community Mental Health Certificate programs. Listed as one of the 3 Best Rated Marriage Counsellors in Niagara and won the 2019 to 2022 Readers Choice Awards for Best Marriage, Family and Individual Counsellor and Best Mental Health Consultant; Readers Choice Award for Best Overall Professional Services for 2023. Accepting new clients!

I am a firm believer in the capacity for change and the power of hope. I work with individuals who are struggling with addiction and other unwanted habits as well as overwhelming feelings such as anxiety, stress, and depression. Together, we will look for solutions to overcome challenges and achieve the goals you have set for yourself.

You hate looking at yourself in the mirror due to a distorted body image. You are anxious around food and how many calories are in it. You are always concerned with whether or not you have gained weight. Or you may find it hard to get out of bed in the morning. It is hard to find the motivation to do the things you used to enjoy. Every day seems like a burden that takes all your energy. You struggle to thrive in your daily life due to poor self-esteem or confidence. Does this sound like you or someone you know? I may be able to help you. Contact me for a free consultation to see if I would be a good fit for you.

Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Are you facing a challenge or life transition? Do you want to make changes, but are not sure where to begin? It is common for people to feel stuck. Life, at times, can seem perplexing, painful, and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a space and place to talk things out, gather resources, look at challenges in new ways, and plan for a way forward. I work collaboratively with you, building upon your inner strength and resiliency. I honour your story and journey while helping you to achieve your goals, face life challenges, connect with supportive resources, and move forward in healing.

As a whole, therapy is a place that allows people to be vulnerable. My main goal as a therapist is to provide a safe outlet for you to share your story, validate your feelings and worries, emphasize your strengths, and encourage you to carry out the quality of life you deserve.

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 includes cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, EMDR, and acceptance and commitment therapy. The (ITATM) that I use in my practice, also incorporates mindfulness, somatic work, grounding activities, drawing, and meditation. The goal of trauma therapy is to integrate the thinking brain with the emotional brain in order to move beyond our traumas in a healthier, productive way.

Are you feeling triggered by recent or past trauma? Are you experiencing a big change (relationship, career, move, loss)? Going through a tough time? I specialize in life transitions and trauma resolution. I am an expert at helping people feel heard and understood. We can work together via video, telephone, in office, or in nature while we walk and talk. I specialize in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Emotion Focused Therapy for couples and individuals.

Is your goal to reduce conflict within your family and live in harmony? Or reduce conflict during your separation and divorce? Would you like to receive support for you or your children? I specialize in helping family members of all ages during all phases of their lives. I am passionate about working with families who are in conflict and strive to help families come up with positive and workable solutions that aim to reduce the conflict within the family unit.

I am passionate about helping to empower clients to embrace themselves (including their deepest wants, needs, limitations, and uniqueness/idiosyncrasies) and improve their relationships. I specialize in working with high-achievers & perfectionists, people with high-functioning OCD & anxiety, HSPs & empaths, adult-children of toxic parents, as well as those grappling with hyper-sensitivity/hyper-irritability, resentment and anger. I have been helping couples via couples/martial therapy, both pre- and post-nuptial coaching, and legacy/end-of-life advance planning for over a decade.

Jennifer has 20 years of experience in the field of social work. Her practice includes working with both youth and adults. Her clients are often struggling with depression, anxiety and/or trauma. She supports her 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, Jennifer will work with you every step of the way.

I focus on working with children, teens and young adults to help them navigate the challenges of life. Whether working with an individual, a family, or a group, my goal is to empower my clients to make positive changes and live fulfilling lives.

Do you feel about to explode or you don't know where to start to make things better? I help individuals and families navigate difficult situations and mental health challenges including loss, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, divorce, trauma, and self-harm. My 20+ years experience working in mental health services including private practice, residential care, day treatment, family outreach, youth justice, and crisis services have provided me the tools and understanding to help you, starting from where you are right now.

Is your child's behaviour driving you crazy? Is your child or teen suffering from Depression, anxiety, or other problems? Do you want your child or teen to feel healthy, happy, and get along with you? I specialize in the treatment of child, youth and family mental health concerns, including: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, self-harm, OCD, anger, Autism/aspergers, separation/divorce, and behaviour problems (defiance, aggression, hostility). I have over 15 years of experience in child and youth mental health, including work in community counselling centers, hospital psychiatric treatment, and residential treatment centers.

Are you living with feelings of uncertainty, struggling to recognize your own needs, or establishing clear boundaries? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, or unsure of where to begin because you've spent your life adhering to others' rules and expectations? Do you wonder what life could feel like if you lived authentically for yourself? Now more than ever, teens and emerging adults are facing uncertainty about their futures and navigating their identities. 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.

David James & Associates strongly believe the promotion of health strengthens an individual and families well-being. David James & Associates are inspired and challenged by five core values: compassion, purpose, commitment, passion and confidence

Clients who see me are often in committed relationships, ones that are new and just getting started or relationships that have a long history of 20-40 years or more. People want to change the relationship, deepen it or decide if it is a keeper. What each person values may need to be clarified and shared. The language they use to communicate may not bring the results they want so we look at changing how they relate, the stance each takes, the influence of family values and history. How about intimacy: is it enough to satisfy each person, is it often enough, is it forgotten?

I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years experience working with adults and adolescents in a variety of settings. I work with clients who are healing from unresolved trauma due to early and recent physical, emotional and sexual abuse, clients struggling with addiction, heartbreak, depression, divorce, stress, a sense of emptiness, anger, anxiety, low self esteem and other challenges. We will work together to address the core issues, developing a sense of empowerment, awareness of choices and new experiences of freedom

I have worked as a clinician for over 30 years. I am an Advanced Clinical Supervisor for therapists and several community agencies. I am a clinical traumatologist with advanced trauma training and expanded clinical experience in providing therapy for many unique issues for families, couples, and individuals. As an instructor at Laurier University in the Professional Development Department in the School of Social Work, I also train professional therapists in advanced trauma, mental health and addiction therapeutic clinical models and approaches. Our agency provides empathetic yet effective therapeutic approaches to self-growth.

If you are affected by stress, anxiety or depression, or need post adoption support, please let me help you to find your inner strengths so that you can feel renewed hope. My background of working with people who experience mental health challenges, family crisis, and changing family dynamics through adoption, leads me to have a passion for teaching and guiding people as they adjust to life situations and make the changes they choose to make. Finding a way forward when dealing with the stress and changes resulting from COVID 19 is something we can do together.

Whether it is a critical incident or an accumulation of experiences that brings one to seek counselling, the opportunity to honestly explore the dynamics of life, supported and challenged by a qualified and caring professional, can lead to the achievement of one's personal goals. As an experienced professional, my commitment is to provide a safe and supportive environment, respecting my clients' beliefs and values, and choices in life. Having studied in a multi-faith setting, I welcome the inclusion of matters of faith and spirituality where this is important to my clients. My approach is solution focused and strengths based.

Dan employs common sense strategies that allow his clients to implement new ways of seeing the world in a positive light. He'll tell you that the most powerful tool on earth is the human mind but nobody ever gave us the operations manual. Dan sees himself as a mechanic of sorts, offering information from the minds operational handbook, allowing his clients to switch off the auto pilot and switch on their self determination to overcome adversity and accomplish more. Dan won't shy away from politically incorrect responses and thanks you, in advance, for your confidence.

It's not easy to seek out support, and I empathize with your struggles given my own lived experience. I work extensively with trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addictions, and relationship issues. I specialize in sexual abuse for individuals of all ages, as well as domestic violence. I support members of the LGBTQ+ community as a proud ally. I work with all ages and I would be happy to provide you with the support you deserve.

Feeling like you've lost your conncetion with your partner or your confidence in yourself after having children? Lack of sleep, added stresses and demands, and lack of free time can put a strain on a relationship, make you feel like you're not doing enough, not doing a good enough job or that you wish you could do more things for yourself. If you're feeling like this, you're not alone. This is so common after having kids and there are ways to help! As a mom of 2, I can relate to a lot of the feelings above and I would love to help you on this journey to have a fulfilling relationship and life.

LOW cost therapy, first session FREE! Congratulations on taking the first steps to living a better quality life. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, collaboration and empowerment. I lean towards a strength-focused framework as I believe you are the expert of your life and can heal within. I also believe in nurturing the mind and body as I understand the impact emotional and psychological distress has on our bodies. I provide an integrative and holistic approach, pulling from several therapeutic frameworks to find the best fit for you.