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Heidi Klett
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CCAC
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S  (Online Only)
Are you ready to heal from trauma, anxiety or addiction? Are your ruminating thoughts and constant worry overwhelming you? Are you tired of having to push down your needs and compromise yourself to feel accepted by others? Has your critical self voice made you believe you are not enough? Are your emotions overtaking you making you feel confused about who you are and what you need? Have you turned to substances or avoidance behaviors to cope with stress? I want you to know, healing from these patterns is absolutely possible! Imagine a life where these struggles no longer occur and you feel safe, secure and confident in yourself.
Are you ready to heal from trauma, anxiety or addiction? Are your ruminating thoughts and constant worry overwhelming you? Are you tired of having to push down your needs and compromise yourself to feel accepted by others? Has your critical self voice made you believe you are not enough? Are your emotions overtaking you making you feel confused about who you are and what you need? Have you turned to substances or avoidance behaviors to cope with stress? I want you to know, healing from these patterns is absolutely possible! Imagine a life where these struggles no longer occur and you feel safe, secure and confident in yourself.
(548) 290-7677 View (548) 290-7677
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The Counselling House
Registered Social Worker, PhD, MACP, RSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S
I am an anger management, domestic violence, family mediator, marriage and family therapist, social worker, psychotherapist, art psychotherapist, trauma (EMDR) and addiction therapist.
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.
I am an anger management, domestic violence, family mediator, marriage and family therapist, social worker, psychotherapist, art psychotherapist, trauma (EMDR) and addiction therapist.
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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Stepping Stones Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MS, CBT, Gottman, PTSD
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S  (Online Only)
Specializing in Trauma Care and Trauma Recovery.
As a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist my goal is to help you gain insight to how your emotions influence your thought process. By helping you identify issues that are causing you conflict we then can work on formulating solutions. With this understanding we then can focus on changing maladaptive behaviours to more positive ones. The goal of CBT is to teach you strategies so that you can move forward in your life. CBT is effective with adults and children. We all have the ability to change things in our lives, we just need to take the first steps.
Specializing in Trauma Care and Trauma Recovery.
As a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist my goal is to help you gain insight to how your emotions influence your thought process. By helping you identify issues that are causing you conflict we then can work on formulating solutions. With this understanding we then can focus on changing maladaptive behaviours to more positive ones. The goal of CBT is to teach you strategies so that you can move forward in your life. CBT is effective with adults and children. We all have the ability to change things in our lives, we just need to take the first steps.
(844) 330-9882 View (844) 330-9882
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Max Monoogian
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4V
Waitlist for new clients
I work collaboratively with clients to explore and process past and current experiences that include early childhood and attachment trauma; combat trauma; grief and loss; life transitions; relationship concerns; substance use; eating disorders; and anxiety and depression.
Suffering is an inherent part of the human experience. However, we often feel that we are alone in our suffering, that no one can relate to our experiences, or that we don’t deserve to find peace in our lives. This can create feelings of frustration and despair, and we begin to feel stuck, unable to connect with others. Fear of judgement, along with our vulnerabilities can keep us from reaching out when we need it the most. I am confident that every person holds an innate understanding of what they need to heal and grow. Grounded in compassion, humility, and curiosity, my aim is to co-create a safe, open space for self-exploration.
I work collaboratively with clients to explore and process past and current experiences that include early childhood and attachment trauma; combat trauma; grief and loss; life transitions; relationship concerns; substance use; eating disorders; and anxiety and depression.
Suffering is an inherent part of the human experience. However, we often feel that we are alone in our suffering, that no one can relate to our experiences, or that we don’t deserve to find peace in our lives. This can create feelings of frustration and despair, and we begin to feel stuck, unable to connect with others. Fear of judgement, along with our vulnerabilities can keep us from reaching out when we need it the most. I am confident that every person holds an innate understanding of what they need to heal and grow. Grounded in compassion, humility, and curiosity, my aim is to co-create a safe, open space for self-exploration.
(343) 312-6976 View (343) 312-6976
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Stephanie Carter
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MSW, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Woodstock, ON N4S
I work primarily with adults and use trauma-informed interventions, integrating modalities such as motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic experiencing, attachment theory, polyvagal theory and parts work.
You are strong, you are wise, you are enough. I believe in the resilience and capacity within every human being; therefore, I provide support by helping people recognize, nurture, and listen to their own wisdom to move through life's various challenges. My mission is to provide empathy and authenticity in a down-to-earth approach when I am meeting with clients. I want to ensure my clients feel valued and heard in each interaction.
I work primarily with adults and use trauma-informed interventions, integrating modalities such as motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, somatic experiencing, attachment theory, polyvagal theory and parts work.
You are strong, you are wise, you are enough. I believe in the resilience and capacity within every human being; therefore, I provide support by helping people recognize, nurture, and listen to their own wisdom to move through life's various challenges. My mission is to provide empathy and authenticity in a down-to-earth approach when I am meeting with clients. I want to ensure my clients feel valued and heard in each interaction.
(226) 455-6927 View (226) 455-6927
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Jenny Schroeder
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP, MA, BA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodstock, ON N4S
I am passionate about providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed approaches that are rooted in non-judgment.
My name is Jenny Schroeder and I’m a Licensed Psychotherapist (qualifying). I am passionate about collaborating with my clients to discover inner strengths that can be used as tools to overcome presenting problems. Whether you are struggling with everyday stress, relationship breakdown, anxiety and depressive symptoms, or have a chiId struggling with mental health issues (to name a few), you can expect genuineness, safety, and research-based treatment in my therapeutic space. Through self discovery, self-compassion, psycho-education, and individualized therapeutic tools, we will work together towards a healthier you.
I am passionate about providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed approaches that are rooted in non-judgment.
My name is Jenny Schroeder and I’m a Licensed Psychotherapist (qualifying). I am passionate about collaborating with my clients to discover inner strengths that can be used as tools to overcome presenting problems. Whether you are struggling with everyday stress, relationship breakdown, anxiety and depressive symptoms, or have a chiId struggling with mental health issues (to name a few), you can expect genuineness, safety, and research-based treatment in my therapeutic space. Through self discovery, self-compassion, psycho-education, and individualized therapeutic tools, we will work together towards a healthier you.
(226) 784-2354 View (226) 784-2354
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Laura Earle
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, ON N4T  (Online Only)
It takes courage to reach out for support. I aim to create a safe, warm environment to allow you to share your story. I care about your wellness and aim to support you along every step of your journey. I am passionate about empowering individuals to build coping skills, create goals, and work through difficult emotions. I use a strength-based, trauma-informed lens, and work to provide techniques that best suit your needs.
It takes courage to reach out for support. I aim to create a safe, warm environment to allow you to share your story. I care about your wellness and aim to support you along every step of your journey. I am passionate about empowering individuals to build coping skills, create goals, and work through difficult emotions. I use a strength-based, trauma-informed lens, and work to provide techniques that best suit your needs.
(226) 786-0751 View (226) 786-0751
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Jodie Karpinski
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSWc, RSW
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4V
Currently accepting new clients! Hello and a kind welcome to Jodie Karpinski Counselling Services! I want to extend my warmest greetings as you take the first step on your journey to well-being and personal growth. I want you to know that you are at the heart of everything we do. I own and operate a small caring practice with one mission in mind: to support our community through the provision of quality mental health services with minimal to no wait times. I believe that every individual has the capacity for positive change and personal transformation.
Currently accepting new clients! Hello and a kind welcome to Jodie Karpinski Counselling Services! I want to extend my warmest greetings as you take the first step on your journey to well-being and personal growth. I want you to know that you are at the heart of everything we do. I own and operate a small caring practice with one mission in mind: to support our community through the provision of quality mental health services with minimal to no wait times. I believe that every individual has the capacity for positive change and personal transformation.
(548) 490-2101 View (548) 490-2101
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Melanie Rodrigues
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodstock, ON N4S
Things seem pretty awful right now, and you're wondering if you'll ever feel "okay". You're looking for someone who can listen without judgement, help you learn new coping skills, and create a plan to feel better. I believe that every person lives a life with unique challenges and that providing personalized care requires unique solutions. A "cookie cutter" approach simply won't work - instead, we will get to know one-another, and create a plan to help you feel better together. You deserve to be seen as an individual with a unique therapeutic approach that fits who you are, and who you want to be. ​
Things seem pretty awful right now, and you're wondering if you'll ever feel "okay". You're looking for someone who can listen without judgement, help you learn new coping skills, and create a plan to feel better. I believe that every person lives a life with unique challenges and that providing personalized care requires unique solutions. A "cookie cutter" approach simply won't work - instead, we will get to know one-another, and create a plan to help you feel better together. You deserve to be seen as an individual with a unique therapeutic approach that fits who you are, and who you want to be. ​
(226) 242-9599 View (226) 242-9599
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Ellison Family, Individual & Couple's Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, MBA
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S
You may be suffering from depression, anxiety, frustration, sadness, helplessness, or other issues... but don't give up! We all want some very basic elements in our lives. We want to be accepted, loved, cared for and supported for who we are and what we strive for. I can help you get there! My goal as a counsellor is to help you get to a better place in your life. I will bring my professional training, breadth of experience and a strong sense of empathy to bear in helping you. I strive to offer a positive, non-judgmental and relaxed atmosphere where there is no judgment, just understanding and help right now.
You may be suffering from depression, anxiety, frustration, sadness, helplessness, or other issues... but don't give up! We all want some very basic elements in our lives. We want to be accepted, loved, cared for and supported for who we are and what we strive for. I can help you get there! My goal as a counsellor is to help you get to a better place in your life. I will bring my professional training, breadth of experience and a strong sense of empathy to bear in helping you. I strive to offer a positive, non-judgmental and relaxed atmosphere where there is no judgment, just understanding and help right now.
(888) 817-0663 View (888) 817-0663
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Cindy Steffy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4S
Life is filled with many challenges. We all use coping mechanisms that appear to make sense for these challenges. Sometimes these coping mechanisms stop working or cause us other difficulties when they are used for longer periods of time. I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which we can work together to develop skills and strategies that lead to change that can be maintained over the long-term. I am trained to offer Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and have facilitated many treatment groups using these techniques. Mindfulness groups currently on hold.
Life is filled with many challenges. We all use coping mechanisms that appear to make sense for these challenges. Sometimes these coping mechanisms stop working or cause us other difficulties when they are used for longer periods of time. I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which we can work together to develop skills and strategies that lead to change that can be maintained over the long-term. I am trained to offer Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and have facilitated many treatment groups using these techniques. Mindfulness groups currently on hold.
(226) 782-0743 View (226) 782-0743
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Michelle Miller
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, BA
Verified Verified
Woodstock, ON N4T
Anxiety and depression are often our body's check engine light! Every person is a puzzle and very often, the variables of our life and our own negative patterns contribute to the puzzle pieces not fitting together. If you have never tried counselling, it can be a scary idea... trying something new always is! But what if counselling can help you build a life that you don't want to run away from? It is possible to learn new skills, create new tools and strengthen your relationships! If you feel like you are planted in the darkness and you want to grow from where you are right now, this is the place for you!
Anxiety and depression are often our body's check engine light! Every person is a puzzle and very often, the variables of our life and our own negative patterns contribute to the puzzle pieces not fitting together. If you have never tried counselling, it can be a scary idea... trying something new always is! But what if counselling can help you build a life that you don't want to run away from? It is possible to learn new skills, create new tools and strengthen your relationships! If you feel like you are planted in the darkness and you want to grow from where you are right now, this is the place for you!
(226) 839-0464 View (226) 839-0464

Online Therapists

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Emma Stafford-Coyte
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6G
I am a Registered Social worker and Psychotherapist with 7 years of counselling experience, specializing in trauma therapy.
I see you as the expert of your own experiences. I begin with meeting you where you are and work collaboratively with you to establish a strong therapeutic relationship. Foundational safety and trust is central to your healing process. My role is to bear witness, encourage you to look inward for insight and to explore patterns in your life. Together we can build internal resiliency for greater depth and richness.
I am a Registered Social worker and Psychotherapist with 7 years of counselling experience, specializing in trauma therapy.
I see you as the expert of your own experiences. I begin with meeting you where you are and work collaboratively with you to establish a strong therapeutic relationship. Foundational safety and trust is central to your healing process. My role is to bear witness, encourage you to look inward for insight and to explore patterns in your life. Together we can build internal resiliency for greater depth and richness.
(647) 370-9835 View (647) 370-9835
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Jessica Maronski
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Newmarket, ON L3X
Trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles are all too familiar for countless people in Canada. These challenges often feel like overwhelming mountains, blocking the light and making it hard to see the path ahead. Yet, there is no reason for anyone to walk this path alone. My approach to holistic care is neither formulaic nor prescriptive. Rather, it is compassionate and patient. I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
Trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles are all too familiar for countless people in Canada. These challenges often feel like overwhelming mountains, blocking the light and making it hard to see the path ahead. Yet, there is no reason for anyone to walk this path alone. My approach to holistic care is neither formulaic nor prescriptive. Rather, it is compassionate and patient. I blend evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, ACT, DBT with somatic techniques and energy medicine to nurture and support one meaningful step at a time.
(289) 763-9898 View (289) 763-9898
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Kirstyn Greenside
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5V
I hold both a Masters and Bachelors degree in Social Work, with professional training in behaviour-focused, trauma, and parts work therapy.
In a culture focused on image and beauty, it is completely natural that we manifest shame, guilt, and anxiety in our body and food behaviours. If this sounds like you, you are not alone. Disordered eating, eating disorders, and body dysmorphia, may have been coping strategies to handle deeper-rooted issues-- they have acted as a means of control and comfort, when maybe you felt like you had none. The purpose of my practice is to foster sustainable emotional growth-- this means a relationship with your body and food that encourages self-worth, value, and connection.
I hold both a Masters and Bachelors degree in Social Work, with professional training in behaviour-focused, trauma, and parts work therapy.
In a culture focused on image and beauty, it is completely natural that we manifest shame, guilt, and anxiety in our body and food behaviours. If this sounds like you, you are not alone. Disordered eating, eating disorders, and body dysmorphia, may have been coping strategies to handle deeper-rooted issues-- they have acted as a means of control and comfort, when maybe you felt like you had none. The purpose of my practice is to foster sustainable emotional growth-- this means a relationship with your body and food that encourages self-worth, value, and connection.
(647) 363-6408 View (647) 363-6408
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Shruti Singh
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8R
I draw from evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, trauma-informed care as well as Narrative Therapy to enhance your toolbox so you can define your own happiness and fulfillment, on your own terms.
Now accepting new clients! We all have our stories and our narratives. Some serve us really well and some hold us back from unlocking fulfilment. Are you someone who is looking to make sense of your life story, to understand past and present patterns of behaviour and to build reliable and sustainable skills for a fulfilling future? Or perhaps you're going through new life transitions, feeling stuck in one place, feeling muddled in your thoughts and need unbiased support? You are resilient and skillful! I am just here to optimize it with you, for you.
I draw from evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, trauma-informed care as well as Narrative Therapy to enhance your toolbox so you can define your own happiness and fulfillment, on your own terms.
Now accepting new clients! We all have our stories and our narratives. Some serve us really well and some hold us back from unlocking fulfilment. Are you someone who is looking to make sense of your life story, to understand past and present patterns of behaviour and to build reliable and sustainable skills for a fulfilling future? Or perhaps you're going through new life transitions, feeling stuck in one place, feeling muddled in your thoughts and need unbiased support? You are resilient and skillful! I am just here to optimize it with you, for you.
(289) 278-6705 View (289) 278-6705
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Samantha Taggart
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPsy
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L0R
As a clinical therapist, I work compassionately and collaboratively with clients, providing integrative, holistic, and trauma-informed care, both virtually and in person.
I'm a clinical therapist providing supervised psychological services to adults and adolescents, including assessment, therapy, and parenting support. I have specialized training in trauma-informed, somatic, and emotion-focused treatment methods. My clinical practice is focused on supporting people with trauma, eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and interpersonal and relational issues. I have training and experience working with individuals and families with eating disorders, first responders,​ and those impacted by adverse childhood experiences​.
As a clinical therapist, I work compassionately and collaboratively with clients, providing integrative, holistic, and trauma-informed care, both virtually and in person.
I'm a clinical therapist providing supervised psychological services to adults and adolescents, including assessment, therapy, and parenting support. I have specialized training in trauma-informed, somatic, and emotion-focused treatment methods. My clinical practice is focused on supporting people with trauma, eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and interpersonal and relational issues. I have training and experience working with individuals and families with eating disorders, first responders,​ and those impacted by adverse childhood experiences​.
(289) 670-2316 View (289) 670-2316
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Lauren Perri
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bolton, ON L7E
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration, aiming to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly and without judgment. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or another challenge, I am here to provide compassionate support and evidence-based interventions tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Together, we will work collaboratively to explore your strengths, identify areas for growth, and cultivate greater self-awareness and insight.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration, aiming to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly and without judgment. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or another challenge, I am here to provide compassionate support and evidence-based interventions tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Together, we will work collaboratively to explore your strengths, identify areas for growth, and cultivate greater self-awareness and insight.
(289) 272-5421 View (289) 272-5421
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Gulin Aydin, EMDR Consultant, Depression, Anxiety
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, ON N2V
I have 11 years EMDR therapy experience with more than 1000 trauma survivors.
Traumas are not your prison…If you are tired to try different therapies with different therapists and still you have your symptoms. You know all these skills, techniques but you still get triggered easily and could not manage your stress well. We believe you have traumatized brain and your brain reminds you what happened before. You dont feel safe there. You have anxiety to protect you from this unsafe place or things. We are here to help you realize your traumas from past and process with EMDR therapy. You dont need to live with your traumas, we know traumas are treatable with EMDR since 1980’s.
I have 11 years EMDR therapy experience with more than 1000 trauma survivors.
Traumas are not your prison…If you are tired to try different therapies with different therapists and still you have your symptoms. You know all these skills, techniques but you still get triggered easily and could not manage your stress well. We believe you have traumatized brain and your brain reminds you what happened before. You dont feel safe there. You have anxiety to protect you from this unsafe place or things. We are here to help you realize your traumas from past and process with EMDR therapy. You dont need to live with your traumas, we know traumas are treatable with EMDR since 1980’s.
(226) 241-8602 View (226) 241-8602
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Gowtham Vijayakumaran
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, ON L9E
Life isn't simple, it's filled with experiences and emotions that can be overwhelming and stressful. As experts of our own life, we interpret and internalize various situations and experiences with different lenses and perspectives. Living in the most multicultural city in the world, we are given the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, insight and perspectives from various cultures and traditions that we can utilize to understand people. I provide an eclectic and holistic approach to therapy to deal with trauma, loss, relationships, conflict, and crisis.
Life isn't simple, it's filled with experiences and emotions that can be overwhelming and stressful. As experts of our own life, we interpret and internalize various situations and experiences with different lenses and perspectives. Living in the most multicultural city in the world, we are given the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, insight and perspectives from various cultures and traditions that we can utilize to understand people. I provide an eclectic and holistic approach to therapy to deal with trauma, loss, relationships, conflict, and crisis.
(647) 372-5450 View (647) 372-5450
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Dickson N Obi
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSC, MACP, RPQ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M3C
Drawing from evidence-based practices and a holistic perspective, tailored to the unique needs and goals of each client, specializing in trauma-informed care, relationship issues, and mindfulness-based interventions, integrates a blend of cognitive-behavioral technique, narrative therapy, and solution-focused approaches to promote lasting change.
The pain you feel today is the strength you feel tomorrow. For every challenge you encountered there is an opportunity for growth. "Though no one can go back and make a brand-new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand-new ending" - Carl Bard. I offer a compassionate and collaborative therapeutic experience for individuals, couples, and families seeking to navigate life's challenges with resilience and growth coupled with a deep commitment to fostering an empathetic and nonjudgmental space, facilitating a transformative journey that encourages self-discovery and personal empowerment, fostering a sense of trust and safety.
Drawing from evidence-based practices and a holistic perspective, tailored to the unique needs and goals of each client, specializing in trauma-informed care, relationship issues, and mindfulness-based interventions, integrates a blend of cognitive-behavioral technique, narrative therapy, and solution-focused approaches to promote lasting change.
The pain you feel today is the strength you feel tomorrow. For every challenge you encountered there is an opportunity for growth. "Though no one can go back and make a brand-new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand-new ending" - Carl Bard. I offer a compassionate and collaborative therapeutic experience for individuals, couples, and families seeking to navigate life's challenges with resilience and growth coupled with a deep commitment to fostering an empathetic and nonjudgmental space, facilitating a transformative journey that encourages self-discovery and personal empowerment, fostering a sense of trust and safety.
(343) 655-3647 View (343) 655-3647
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Melania Eliza Lumezanu
MADS
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6R
As a Trauma-Informed Therapist, Educator, and Mentor with over 19 years of experience, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach rooted in education and empowerment. My goal is to guide you on your healing journey, helping you access your innate healing abilities and fostering your independence, growth, and well-being. Together, we will prioritize your unique needs, experiences, and goals, placing you at the centre of the therapeutic process.
As a Trauma-Informed Therapist, Educator, and Mentor with over 19 years of experience, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach rooted in education and empowerment. My goal is to guide you on your healing journey, helping you access your innate healing abilities and fostering your independence, growth, and well-being. Together, we will prioritize your unique needs, experiences, and goals, placing you at the centre of the therapeutic process.
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Marlee Rubel
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6E  (Online Only)
I am trained to address concerns including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, significant life changes, marital and couples counselling, substance use and addictions, grief and loss, as well as gender, sexuality, and queer issues.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
I am trained to address concerns including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, significant life changes, marital and couples counselling, substance use and addictions, grief and loss, as well as gender, sexuality, and queer issues.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
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Pearl Lee
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DTATI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4J
You are not your problem, and you have what it takes to live the life you want. It may be hard to see now because your experiences have taught you otherwise. You may feel like you’re stuck in a loop. You want to break through it, but negative thoughts, anxiety and maybe an unprocessed past or trauma are in the way. It can be very exhausting, frustrating and lonely. I wish we had a magic wand to make that all disappear, but it’ll take some work. Together, we can explore who your authentic self is, understand what is in the way, and put our discovery into practice to create a shift from surviving to living and thriving.
You are not your problem, and you have what it takes to live the life you want. It may be hard to see now because your experiences have taught you otherwise. You may feel like you’re stuck in a loop. You want to break through it, but negative thoughts, anxiety and maybe an unprocessed past or trauma are in the way. It can be very exhausting, frustrating and lonely. I wish we had a magic wand to make that all disappear, but it’ll take some work. Together, we can explore who your authentic self is, understand what is in the way, and put our discovery into practice to create a shift from surviving to living and thriving.
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Eva Sin, RP--Essence of Light
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1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5A
I identify as a cis-gender, racialized Asian woman whose approach embraces a wholistic, reflective, equity-seeking, anti-oppressive/anti-racist decolonized lens. It's been an honour to be welcomed into many diverse communities through 20+ years in education, support and case management with racialized communities, gender diverse individuals, Indigenous peoples, people living with HIV/AIDS, newcomer populations, people who use substances, as well as sexual trauma survivors. The evolution of my practice includes a metaphysical component that acknowledges the interplay of mind/body/spirit
I identify as a cis-gender, racialized Asian woman whose approach embraces a wholistic, reflective, equity-seeking, anti-oppressive/anti-racist decolonized lens. It's been an honour to be welcomed into many diverse communities through 20+ years in education, support and case management with racialized communities, gender diverse individuals, Indigenous peoples, people living with HIV/AIDS, newcomer populations, people who use substances, as well as sexual trauma survivors. The evolution of my practice includes a metaphysical component that acknowledges the interplay of mind/body/spirit
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.