Couples Counselling Therapists in Ontario

My philosophy is, you are not broken, you are not something to be fixed! There is something you are wanting to change. That is the focus of what we can work on together. All individuals seeking assistance to navigate their life's journey are welcomed. I listen to what your needs are, help provide you with tools to find a path to break down barriers that are keeping you from living your best life. I believe a counsellor and a client must be able to establish a trusting relationship to make the most of the time spent together. I offer structured/non structured therapies depending on the needs of the clients.

I am one of several skilled and compassionate therapists on the team at Life and Hope Counselling. We support individuals, couples, and families shift into healthier ways of being in the world and in their relationships. If you are feeling burdened with stress, anxiety, or past trauma; if you are emotionally overwhelmed, or are feeling challenged in a life transition and want to move into healthier behaviour patterns and relationship dynamics, I'm here to help.

Accepting NEW Clients – Do you find feeling stuck, anxious, or wishing you had more confidence or self-esteem? Are you interested in understanding yourself or your choices more and in digging into the roots of why you feel the way you do? Are you interested in looking at your past, taking your power back over experiences, and learning coping skills or tools? Together, we can look at your past, present, and future goals, and provide you with an understanding of what this means to you.

Are you struggling with your mental health? I specialize in symptoms of anxiety, eating disorders, OCD, depression, body image, traumatic experiences, and life stressors. I also work with couples of any orientation, helping them to find the solutions that will enhance their relationship. I am here to lift that cloud of struggles, shine a light through and help you find the brighter side.

Does it feel like something has stopped working in your life or your relationship, and you're no longer able to manage the way you used to? Are you feeling angrier, sadder, or more irritable than you used to? Or perhaps you are dealing with a difficult life event/transition and feeling like you're going it alone? I can help. I can be right there with you (and your partner, for couples work), and together we will explore what's moving in you.

There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.

Talk therapy, you might be surprised where it can take you. Assisting individuals, couples and families facing many different challenges, I offer both brief and longer-term therapy. Whatever you are struggling with I will support you to better understand, address and resolve the issue. Whether it is about stress, loss, chronic pain, relationship difficulties, a diagnosed disorder (anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADD/ADHD etc.) or a simple consultation, you and I will find the most effective way to deal with and manage the difficulties you are experiencing.

There are times in all of our lives when we encounter struggles, change and challenges that require extra support. Working from a cognitive behavioural approach Barbara offers counselling services to help individuals, couples and families through stressful experiences. She has experience working with children, adolescents, teenagers and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, school/work issues and relationship struggles. She has specific training related to personality disorders and psychosis.

As a therapist, I recognize that challenges and issues have to be engaged within a container of safety, created by compassionate therapeutic relationships. I am a firm believer that healing happens in the presence of such a connection. I aim to bring a necessary balance that is gentle yet challenging. I integrate a biopsychosocial and holistic approach that is trauma-informed and nonjudgmental to respond to a diverse range of situations. These include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addiction, trauma, and loss.

I believe that we each have an innate wisdom and a core self or spirit that strives for joy, peace and fulfillment. Despite this, we can often become overwhelmed with difficult emotions and feel stuck in ways of being which do not serve us. I embrace the learnings from my Spiritual Psychotherapy & Spiritual Direction training as well as my intuitive energy training. I adopt an eclectic approach which combines traditional talk therapy with spiritual practices . I view healing as a journey of self-discovery and increased awareness which takes one to a deeper place of understanding of self and greater mind-body spirit connectedness

In my over 14 years of experience as a counsellor it has been my privilege to conduct over 10,000 sessions with clients, teens and adults, in English and Spanish. I work with individuals to develop better coping skills and find ways to grow from the inside out, and feel stronger. With couples in building or renovating the foundation of their relationship. With family members in gaining a better understanding of their dynamics, supporting one another and working through specific situations. I also offer group therapy as collaborative spaces for learning strategies, overcoming common challenges and work in achieving shared goals.

Are you struggling with a relationship? You are not alone. Relationships are messy, and I am here to help. When that relationship is a marriage, it is especially hard to reach out. Because of my unique experience both in helping couples develop a more fulfilling relationship, as well as supporting those who have decided to separate, I can help you decide what is best for your situation. Let’s figure it out together. I am here to help you move forward. Choosing the right professional is critical to a successful outcome. Getting connected is the first step! Book your free 15 minute introduction today.

Accepting new clients for Diagnostic Assessments .... You have been feeling anxious or depressed and this is interfering with your life. You often feel inadequate and are unsure why. You keep encountering the same life challenges and can't seem to change the patterns you notice. You've been overwhelmed by the state of our world (e.g. systemic discrimination and climate change). You're feeling the need for extra support in coping with these challenges. Acknowledging the need for help and taking the steps to find it takes much courage and self-compassion, and I commend you for doing so!

Clients with depression, anxiety, substance abuse and broken relationships find my person-centered approach helpful. I listen and guide one's feelings so that the root of the problem surfaces for healing. Planning goals together gives the best outcome. Choosing to take notes and following through with home work always gives an advantage to progress to meeting goals.

Hello! My name is Courtney Hayman. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and have a master's degree in Counselling Psychology. I provide services for young people, adults, couples and families who are looking for someone to work through their struggles with. My approach to counselling is non-judgmental, kind and empathetic. I focus on client strengths and help people develop and work towards goals for counselling. I believe that every client requires their own treatment plan for therapy and we will work together to figure out what that is! Whether you are looking for a brief, solution focused therapy, strategies to improve your coping

With caring, compassion, and good humor, I can help you increase clarity into your personal values and goals, identify and change patterns that are holding you back, and make meaning from your experiences. I collaborate with you to ensure that we are effectively making strides to restoring a sense of balance. I provide Individual Therapy for Adolescents and Adults to treat Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Relationship Issues, Life and Career Transitions, Addiction, and Emotion Dysregulation. I have advanced training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have practiced in residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient clinic settings.

We enter psychotherapy for a wide variety of reasons: The death or loss of a loved one, illness, job loss, divorce, addiction, etc., but all of us seek help because we are trying to find a better way to deal with the reality we are facing. My job as a psychotherapist is to help you talk about your emotions and reactions in a safe environment, figure out where these emotions and reactions are coming from, observe whether your reactions produce the desired outcomes and, discover new ways to react, if that would produce more desirable outcomes

Are you feeling stuck in an older version of yourself that you know is ready to change? Do you live with the feeling that there's a truer version of "you" that's dying to come out? Are you held back by complicated relationships from your past, that seem to keep you in a holding pattern? Are you a couple stuck in a pattern that keeps you apart? Often we hit a place where we know we are ready for a transition, but we're just not sure what to do next. That's when therapy can be the most powerful. It's my greatest privilege to experience real connection with folks who are journeying towards a more meaningful, fulfilled, authentic life.

We are patient, empathetic, and understanding individuals who will work with you on any presenting concerns. Our eclectic approaches surround a person-centered approach. We pull from a variety of interventions to suit your unique needs. Congratulations on taking the first step in seeking therapy to work through your concerns that will enable you to increase your wellbeing and satisfaction in life. My name is Danny Seto. My team of Associates at my clinic will provide you will the care and compassion that you deserve. We offer in-person sessions in Richmond Hill as well as virtual sessions for therapy and supervision services.

Are your symptoms of anxiety and trauma from the past coming up in your relationships? You might find yourself falling into the same patterns when you try to work through them on your own. That's why my practice involves guiding individuals and couples as they learn to navigate their triggers and emotions using coping skills. Whether it's managing anger, overcoming depression, challenging phobias, or reducing stress, my skills-based approach is centred on empowering clients to take control of their own well-being. Let's get you equipped with the tools you need to get started on your therapeutic journey!

I know how scary it can be reaching out for help, but it is also a courageous act. I’m always honored for the opportunity to join my clients through their journey to wellness, and do so at their own pace. I tailor sessions to meet your needs in an inclusive, down-to-earth, judgment free space. I have a range of experience working with youth, adults, couples and families, in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, family concerns, emotion regulation, anger management, teen concerns, stress management, self-esteem and more.

Are you living your best life? Feeling out of balance or isolated? Unresolved grief? Are usual patterns or coping mechanisms not as reliable? Now might be the time to get support, clarity or make changes in your life. Whether personal, family or work related, I provide an empathic and non-judgmental perspective to assist you in working through the issues at hand. Parenting a child with a history of trauma, loss or special need? Then you may experience some extra challenges. I can provide support and some useful insights and strategies. A trauma informed lens and validation of experience are important aspects of our work together.

I am an experienced Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in youths and adults who may be experiencing various mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, disordered eating, substance use disorder, and emotional dysregulation.

My services include counselling individuals and couples on a variety of presenting issues such as anxiety, anger management, relationships, communication, healthy coping strategies, etc. My services are provided in English as well as in French. If you are uncertain if counselling is right for you I invite you to call me and I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Looking forward to hearing from you, Victoria Cop MEd Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor.