Sandplay Therapists in Montréal, QC
I am an art therapist with post-graduate training in sandplay therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy. My academic training includes a master in Art Therapy from Concordia University and a master in Fine Arts from Europe. Offering individual and group art therapy sessions for children and adults of all ages at our clinic (accesart.ca), I combine a person-centred orientation with extensive clinical skills in accompanying my clients when dealing with traumatic events, depression, anxiety, dysfunctional patterns, life transitions, work-related stress, and relationship difficulties.
I am an art therapist with post-graduate training in sandplay therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy. My academic training includes a master in Art Therapy from Concordia University and a master in Fine Arts from Europe. Offering individual and group art therapy sessions for children and adults of all ages at our clinic (accesart.ca), I combine a person-centred orientation with extensive clinical skills in accompanying my clients when dealing with traumatic events, depression, anxiety, dysfunctional patterns, life transitions, work-related stress, and relationship difficulties.
Whether you are dealing with past trauma or current triggers that keep you from moving forward, there are always ways to process what has happened and how we can work together towards a more fulfilling future. As an art therapist with a trauma-informed lens, I incorporate counselling, somatic awareness, movement, and play into my work, to enhance resiliency and promote healing. Issues I have worked on include intimate partner violence, self-harm, sexual abuse, and refugee, immigration and acculturation issues, as well as intergenerational trauma.
Whether you are dealing with past trauma or current triggers that keep you from moving forward, there are always ways to process what has happened and how we can work together towards a more fulfilling future. As an art therapist with a trauma-informed lens, I incorporate counselling, somatic awareness, movement, and play into my work, to enhance resiliency and promote healing. Issues I have worked on include intimate partner violence, self-harm, sexual abuse, and refugee, immigration and acculturation issues, as well as intergenerational trauma.
Are you struggling? Maybe me or someone on my team can help. We believe in helping others live a life in line with their values. We use the latest methods and techniques strongly anchored in empirical evidence. We conduct Psychoeducational and Neurodevelopmental Assessments (e.g., learning liabilities, ADHD, autism) and offer psychotherapy and counselling. I also run Mindfulness Outdoors which is an outdoor wellness program. We believe in helping others live a fulfilled life in line with their values. Please see my website or email me for more information.
Are you struggling? Maybe me or someone on my team can help. We believe in helping others live a life in line with their values. We use the latest methods and techniques strongly anchored in empirical evidence. We conduct Psychoeducational and Neurodevelopmental Assessments (e.g., learning liabilities, ADHD, autism) and offer psychotherapy and counselling. I also run Mindfulness Outdoors which is an outdoor wellness program. We believe in helping others live a fulfilled life in line with their values. Please see my website or email me for more information.
Are you trying to truly know and see yourself? To develop a friendship? In a world that can be as traumatizing and confusing as ours, many of us must become selves that survive and accommodate. It can be hard to meet and develop other sides of yourself, especially when self-curiosity and changing are rarely taught and encouraged. This is made even harder when one has gone through trauma. Colonial, capitalistic and supremacists systems and mindsets program us to see ourselves and others as ideas and objects. In our work together we can explore how to authentically and joyfully connect.
Are you trying to truly know and see yourself? To develop a friendship? In a world that can be as traumatizing and confusing as ours, many of us must become selves that survive and accommodate. It can be hard to meet and develop other sides of yourself, especially when self-curiosity and changing are rarely taught and encouraged. This is made even harder when one has gone through trauma. Colonial, capitalistic and supremacists systems and mindsets program us to see ourselves and others as ideas and objects. In our work together we can explore how to authentically and joyfully connect.
It's normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes but that doesn't mean you can't change how you feel. Learn how to navigate life's challenges with us. We provide non-judgemental, friendly space and hands-on solutions so that you have the strength and tools to solve the problems you can solve, accept those you can't and cultivate the wisdom to know the difference between the two. Whether you're anxious about your circumstances, feel stuck in your life or your relationship, or are struggling with debilitating symptoms, we are here to help.
It's normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes but that doesn't mean you can't change how you feel. Learn how to navigate life's challenges with us. We provide non-judgemental, friendly space and hands-on solutions so that you have the strength and tools to solve the problems you can solve, accept those you can't and cultivate the wisdom to know the difference between the two. Whether you're anxious about your circumstances, feel stuck in your life or your relationship, or are struggling with debilitating symptoms, we are here to help.
To your heart, body, and soul. I invite you to explore the inner life that is waiting for you with creativity and imagination, strengthening your inner resources, as well as connecting with yourself and your community. Art therapy involves creation and exploration through artistic media with an art therapist. It enables the creative expression of emotions, awareness, and self-discovery in a safe and welcoming space. It can help you explore and connect with your true self. When emotions are overwhelming, art becomes a space where you can settle down, unravel, and reweave the meaning of your experience. No talent needed to benefit.
To your heart, body, and soul. I invite you to explore the inner life that is waiting for you with creativity and imagination, strengthening your inner resources, as well as connecting with yourself and your community. Art therapy involves creation and exploration through artistic media with an art therapist. It enables the creative expression of emotions, awareness, and self-discovery in a safe and welcoming space. It can help you explore and connect with your true self. When emotions are overwhelming, art becomes a space where you can settle down, unravel, and reweave the meaning of your experience. No talent needed to benefit.
Often at times words fail us, when we try to express difficult feelings or experiences. Art and play therapy provides alternative forms of communicating that offers rich insight into ourselves. Through these creative forms of expression we will bolster your strengths and explore your challenges. My belief is that play and creativity is within all of us, and has the ability to help us grow and heal!
Often at times words fail us, when we try to express difficult feelings or experiences. Art and play therapy provides alternative forms of communicating that offers rich insight into ourselves. Through these creative forms of expression we will bolster your strengths and explore your challenges. My belief is that play and creativity is within all of us, and has the ability to help us grow and heal!
We all have a need to feel heard. Whether it be about something seemingly small or about a deep-rooted trauma, feeling seen, heard, and understood can make a significant difference in our lives. Through a process called Drama Therapy, so many parts of our lives can be explored: relationships, colonization, racism, gender, disability, neurodivergence, and so much more. Through talking, movement, play, and creativity in the presence of a trusted drama therapist, any adult or child can explore the personal and societal dynamics within their life along with the relationship between mind and body to create a balanced healing process.
We all have a need to feel heard. Whether it be about something seemingly small or about a deep-rooted trauma, feeling seen, heard, and understood can make a significant difference in our lives. Through a process called Drama Therapy, so many parts of our lives can be explored: relationships, colonization, racism, gender, disability, neurodivergence, and so much more. Through talking, movement, play, and creativity in the presence of a trusted drama therapist, any adult or child can explore the personal and societal dynamics within their life along with the relationship between mind and body to create a balanced healing process.
What would it feel like to share a space with someone that is giving you their undivided attention? A space without judgement, only curiosity about your story and who you are. It may be an unfamiliar image. All you need to do is show up and be whoever you need to be. I will offer you that space, and meet you where you're at. It can be frustrating not to understand why we are doing something that has undesirable results. It can be difficult to change a behavior that has an unknown cause. Maybe you are confused about how you are feeling or who you are. Whatever it is, I will hear you.
What would it feel like to share a space with someone that is giving you their undivided attention? A space without judgement, only curiosity about your story and who you are. It may be an unfamiliar image. All you need to do is show up and be whoever you need to be. I will offer you that space, and meet you where you're at. It can be frustrating not to understand why we are doing something that has undesirable results. It can be difficult to change a behavior that has an unknown cause. Maybe you are confused about how you are feeling or who you are. Whatever it is, I will hear you.
Drama therapy can be for everyone! There is no need to feel like you have to be an "actor" in order to benefit! Drama therapy just uses dramatic processes to access your inner life in a different way! As with any therapy, we move at your pace, and I utilize relational, cognitive models too. As a therapist that practices therapeutic play, I follow a child-centered play therapy model, that provides a safe environment for children to explore and work through any presenting issues, the opportunity to develop their autonomy in a healthy way, as well as being able to process any grief, trauma or big feelings through the medium of play.
Drama therapy can be for everyone! There is no need to feel like you have to be an "actor" in order to benefit! Drama therapy just uses dramatic processes to access your inner life in a different way! As with any therapy, we move at your pace, and I utilize relational, cognitive models too. As a therapist that practices therapeutic play, I follow a child-centered play therapy model, that provides a safe environment for children to explore and work through any presenting issues, the opportunity to develop their autonomy in a healthy way, as well as being able to process any grief, trauma or big feelings through the medium of play.
A type of therapy beyond speech ... Whether it is to express emotions, regain power over your life or find tools for personal growth, which differentiates drama therapy from other forms of "psycho-therapy which are generally focused on speech "is that in dramatherapy, in addition to using words, we also use expressive tools that can pass through the whole body: projective techniques, bodily movements, breathing and mindfulness exercises, creation of rituals, creation of stories, improvisations, theory and method of roles, etc. The exploration process become therapeutic in itself.
A type of therapy beyond speech ... Whether it is to express emotions, regain power over your life or find tools for personal growth, which differentiates drama therapy from other forms of "psycho-therapy which are generally focused on speech "is that in dramatherapy, in addition to using words, we also use expressive tools that can pass through the whole body: projective techniques, bodily movements, breathing and mindfulness exercises, creation of rituals, creation of stories, improvisations, theory and method of roles, etc. The exploration process become therapeutic in itself.
Maz counselling and Psychotherapy Center
Registered Psychotherapist, CRPO, RP, CCPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H1B (Online Only)
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS & COVERED BY MOST INSURANCES** I am also a CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, and I accept new supervisees. Choosing the right therapist is an important decision in order for you to make real progress in counselling. I offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive counselling environment that focuses on addressing your needs and achieving your objectives. I strongly believe that the best way to succeed in therapy is for us to work together as a team. Once trust is established, we will be able to work together to address your areas of concerns and find solutions that will help you realize your goals and dreams.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS & COVERED BY MOST INSURANCES** I am also a CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, and I accept new supervisees. Choosing the right therapist is an important decision in order for you to make real progress in counselling. I offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive counselling environment that focuses on addressing your needs and achieving your objectives. I strongly believe that the best way to succeed in therapy is for us to work together as a team. Once trust is established, we will be able to work together to address your areas of concerns and find solutions that will help you realize your goals and dreams.
Navigating life's challenges can be difficult and reaching out for support is often the hardest step. I am here to provide a “safer”, caring and supportive space to you in your mental health journey. I step into the therapeutic space as a woman of colour and a psychotherapist. I recognize how the systems we exist in influence our lives and experiences. My approach is trauma-informed, intersectional, and anti-oppressive. In our sessions, I encourage exploration, offer support, and nurture fresh perspectives through gentle and creative methods.
Navigating life's challenges can be difficult and reaching out for support is often the hardest step. I am here to provide a “safer”, caring and supportive space to you in your mental health journey. I step into the therapeutic space as a woman of colour and a psychotherapist. I recognize how the systems we exist in influence our lives and experiences. My approach is trauma-informed, intersectional, and anti-oppressive. In our sessions, I encourage exploration, offer support, and nurture fresh perspectives through gentle and creative methods.
Online Therapists
Alexa Tyler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, TS, RCSW, CPT, RPT
Verified Verified
Saint-Eustache, QC J7P (Online Only)
Each person’s experiences can only be witnessed and felt from their own perspective. I recognize that every person has an innate human need to be heard, witnessed, respected, and honored in those experiences. The focus of my practice is to honor every individual's unique feelings, circumstances, and experiences without interpreting them. My goal is to find the deepest meanings to their experiences. I want to help them heal from those experiences and help them to integrate them into becoming empowered to live their fullest lives.
Each person’s experiences can only be witnessed and felt from their own perspective. I recognize that every person has an innate human need to be heard, witnessed, respected, and honored in those experiences. The focus of my practice is to honor every individual's unique feelings, circumstances, and experiences without interpreting them. My goal is to find the deepest meanings to their experiences. I want to help them heal from those experiences and help them to integrate them into becoming empowered to live their fullest lives.
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Sandplay Counsellors
What problems are best treated with sandplay therapy?
Research has examined this therapy’s utility in young people and found positive results. It has been shown to be useful for those who suffer from autism, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, and or aggressive behavior. Children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or trauma have also seen improvement through this therapy. Abused children are often fearful and anxious about their safety, making verbal communication more difficult.
Is sandplay therapy suitable for children and teenagers?
Children and adolescents are good candidates for sandplay therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts, let alone the emotions they are experiencing. Through this play therapy, they will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Is sandplay suitable for adults?
This type of therapy can be useful for adults who have difficulties expressing themselves. People who have suffered neurological changes after a brain injury or because of a traumatic event might be good candidates for this therapy. In fact, anything that has had an effect on the brain, such as substance abuse, can make non-verbal sandplay a valuable option.
Does sandplay therapy work?
There have been studies on the effectiveness of sandplay therapy, and it appears to improve difficult behaviors in children. It may also enhance self-esteem and lessen feelings of physical anxiety as well as hypersensitivity. This type of therapy is based on non-verbal communication and may feel less threatening to the individual.