Therapists Beginning With P in Ontario

I firmly believe that we all hold within us the strengths and skills to cope with whatever life brings to our way. Together, in our sessions, we will discover creative and accessible ways to work towards and cope with the changes that you wish to make in the name of positive mental health. I have had the honor of supporting children, adults and seniors discover how the 'drawing out' of their story can heal. Whether you’re a child or a child-at-heart, I look forward to walking with you to support your journey.

I understand that asking for support can be a challenging, yet a brave first step. It isn’t easy to have the courage to say that you need support and I welcome you here. I bring to you experience working in a variety of fields, from mental health, addictions, social relationships, and palliative care. In my sessions, I work from a trauma informed, anti-oppressive analysis, appreciating that trauma can be the basis of many challenges individuals may face. My practice is structured with a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational and solution focused interventions.

You're likely here because one of our systems failed you. Whether it's healthcare, your job, your parents, your community... Maybe you've tried therapy before and it just didn't work. At some point along the way, you didn't get what you need, or you got more than you can handle. I help adults uncover their unmet needs and find empowerment to meet those needs from within themselves. Many of the clients I support with struggle with religious and relational trauma, often from generations of antiquated and abusive parenting norms.

We all get stuck in patterns that don't serve us. I love working with clients to figure out their patterns and develop ways to get unstuck, so they can get more of what they want out of life. Whether you are stuck in a job, career, relationship, or struggling with a big decision counselling can help you to unravel the strands and find clarity. I help clients who struggle with anxiety, ADHD, perfectionism, and who want to create new habits.

I believe that a person’s well-being requires care for the whole person, in mind, body and spirit. The stories we carry about ourselves and our life experiences can impact us significantly. My hope is to support you in coming to greater clarity about the stories you carry about yourself and to find movement in the areas where you are struggling. I seek to create a safe space of connection, dignity and compassion where people can feel seen and heard and know that they matter. I have 20 years of extensive experience providing therapy and clinical supervision. I offer my services in English and Spanish.

I always say - life has 3 guarantees: constant work, pain and change/uncertainty. We are all going to experience these things at one point or another, and when it's present, it's not uncommon to feel disconnected and overwhelmed. I'm here to help you rediscover your way back to balance and well-being. My philosophy is simple: many of our struggles, whether they're related to trauma, relationships, life transitions, family conflicts, or anxiety, can often be traced back to disconnection - from yourself and from others.

If you experienced narcissistic abuse in your family, relationship or any other setting I understand how challenging it might be to heal the wounds, find your voice and self-esteem back. I believe that there's always a way to move forward and start to heal. What matters is that instead of giving up, you are seeking help and that means you are getting ready to use external and internal resources to move past what's causing you distress. I believe in providing a non-judgmental atmosphere where you feel safe to be yourself.

Welcome. Looking for creative ways to make meaningful change? Or a safe place to sit with the uncertainty of the moment? Therapy and counselling is a place that can help you voice your thoughts, explore and move through challenges, and grow in your desired direction. Our work together will look at your unique experience, and what is meaningful in your life. My approach is emotionally-focused, neurobiological, and trauma-informed.

In March of 2020 our world was turned upside down. It is beautifully brave to ask for help. Congratulations on making self-care and your mental health a priority. It is my goal to help you to learn more about yourself and to work collaboratively with you towards your individual goals. With great compassion, and a person centred approach, we will create a safe space for you to gain a better awareness of yourself and your best hope for therapy. You will learn that you are not alone in your challenges, and in me, you will find a guide and someone who believes deeply in your potential for growth and change.

In our practice, we support people in reducing or eliminating their chronic pain, chronic symptoms, depression, anxiety, or trauma symptoms. We know dealing with chronic pain, symptoms, and mental health concerns is really difficult, and often we don't see a path forward towards healing. We ensure that each client we see is provided with treatment that best matches who they are and what their concerns are. Our therapists are friendly, caring, and relatable.

At North Durham Professional Counsellors, we provide psychological assessment and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families in individual therapy, relationship therapy, and/or family therapy. We can help with a number of mental health issues such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions such as separation divorce or loss/bereavement, and relationship issues. We also offer rehabilitation assessment and treatment for individuals who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or have suffered a work-related injury in order to assist with coping more effectively with such traumatic events.

We all want a better life and we are all doing the best we can with what we have. But sometimes we can get stuck in routines, unsure of how to make the change we so desperately want to see in our lives. Sometimes even asking ourselves "what do I want?" can be anxiety provoking and make us feel like we're stuck when we can't answer it. Times like this we can even find ourselves appealing to others' needs and "living for others" all the while feeling like something is missing. Everything we do has some benefit to us, otherwise we wouldn't do it. Getting to the heart of this underlying want can be the empowering change we need.

Choosing yourself can be a struggle. Especially if you’ve been conditioned to choose others since your younger years. It’s never too late to start now and begin to prioritize your own needs. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself or others you are not alone. Therapy is a safe space to restore your mental, emotional, and relational health. I have a deep passion for helping people grieve their losses, process their traumas, celebrate their wins, take their power back, and learn to love and trust themselves after trauma.

I help my clients through various challenges and transitions in their personal and professional lives. Most are smart and interesting people who have experienced various levels of success, but currently they could be: 1: Having difficulty accomplishing certain things due to executive functioning challenges such as organization, planning, focus and time management .2: Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, unmotivated or depressed and unable to balance conflicting demands and priorities. 3: Feeling stuck and unsure of what's holding them back. 4: Experiencing leadership or relationship challenges

Repeated experiences of stress, adversity, or trauma can create a disconnect from our authentic selves, leading us to develop habits and ways of coping that may no longer serve us. When life gets hard, unhelpful thoughts can make us doubt ourselves, making us feel like we're lost, stuck, or not good enough. Please know that you're not alone in feeling this way. We all have these moments, varying in intensity. I offer a supportive space where we can work together to help you build the life you desire. My approach combines Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, tailored to your needs.

Many of us find ourselves trapped in familiar patterns that no longer serve us, hindering our ability to cultivate healthy relationships, maintain friendships, and build positive self-esteem. I can help you untangle the influence of past experiences on your current relationship struggles. Together, we can address issues such as self-criticism, overthinking, emotional turmoil, numbness, self-sabotaging behaviors, and painful memories from the past. My approach involves guiding clients through processing challenging experiences and empowering them to develop healthier coping strategies.

I believe that all of us have an innate desire to move toward a healthier, happier way of being. Even seemingly unhealthy beliefs, feelings, and behaviours start to make sense and can change when explored with the help of a compassionate well trained professional. Over the past 25 years, I have had the privilege of assisting many adults, couples, youth, children, and families to find effective approaches and solutions to the challenges facing them. My passion is helping individuals, couples and families find healthy ways to cope with and grow from the challenges and adversities that life sometimes brings.

Do you struggle with overthinking or negative self talk? Do you feel anxious in social situations, during conflict, or have difficulties expressing your needs? My approach to therapy is not only helping you cope with your struggles, but also work towards resolving them and strengthening your relationships with others. I believe that you have the inner workings to heal and live a meaningful life based on your values. It can be difficult to navigate the therapy world and I commend you on taking the first step in seeking help. If you have already started your healing journey I welcome the opportunity to collaborate.

NOW accepting new clients. I offer in-person and virtual Psychotherapy and Art Therapy to children, teens, and adults. I practice with a relational approach to therapy, creating a warm and safe atmosphere to allow clients to feel comfortable and guide their own journey in therapy.