Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in K2G

I am a Registered Psychotherapist, ADHD coach, mindfulness instructor, and clinical supervisor. I specialize in treating adult ADHD, peri/menopause-related attention, memory or mood changes, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, and provide support to individuals, couples, and parents affected by these challenges. My therapeutic approach combines ACT & CBT-based psychotherapy, mindfulness & self-compassion training, stress management, executive functions skills development, and coaching strategies to facilitate the development of well-being, self-acceptance, supportive inner talk, and in general showing up for yourself and for others.

Dear Parents and Guardians, In today's complex world, our teenagers face unprecedented challenges, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic. They are grappling with heightened levels of anxiety, social challenges, and academic struggles. As a dedicated and compassionate counselor with a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and significant experience within the School Board, I am committed to providing specialized support during these unprecedented times. Grounded in evidence-based practices, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) among others.

Accepting New Clients - Knowing when to reach for help can be difficult, and finding the right help can be even harder. I'm here to assist you on this path. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly two decades of experience providing tailored, evidence-based therapies for OCD, anxiety, trauma-related difficulties, depression, and other challenges. My approach to therapy is down-to-earth and collaborative, where we each contribute our expertise. By exploring the strengths, experiences, and goals you bring to our sessions, we can work together to identify the most effective strategies to assist you on your path forward.

Are you facing grief, anxiety, communication challenges, or difficulty with setting boundaries? Do you find it hard to stick to consistent habits, find fulfilment in your work or relationships, or feel down or stuck often? Maybe some of your goals include processing life's challenges, unpacking your feelings, learning new coping strategies, or having a space in your week to feel heard and take an hour just for you. I walk alongside my clients who are looking to better manage their anxiety, work on self-acceptance, live more authentically and process loss.

Asking for help is the bravest step you can take and I want to help you make the most of this courageous step forward. I specialize in adult ADHD and postpartum mood disorders. As a fellow parent (of 3) I know how this time can bring great joy and simultaneously be the cause of overwhelm. If you have ADHD know that it does not define you, but it does impact your brain processes. To be the person deep in your heart, the work starts from the inside out. Together, we'll make sense of your pain, learn transformative skills, improve functioning and self-regulation.

Accepting new clients. We all struggle at one time or another, facing challenges that make us wonder where to turn. Seeking therapy can be an extremely rewarding experience as you learn to navigate these challenges and uncover your strengths while taking strides towards your ideal self. I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, with a specialization in life transitions and perinatal mental health. My approach is empathic, and non-judgemental with a strong client focus. I utilize techniques from positive psychology, narrative therapy, CBT, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

— Now Accepting New Clients — Are you ready to see yourself in a different light? Congratulations on starting this courageous process to self-discovery and healing. I enjoy helping youth and adults build healthy relationships and minds. My approach emphasizes warmth, inclusivity & acceptance; aiming to create a safe, comfortable, nonjudgemental space where you feel validated and empowered to bring about meaningful life changes. I am passionate about working with you to bring about emotional resilience, healthy communication, and adaptive coping skills to your life.

English and French. Stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions are common difficulties experienced by most people. However, when these issues begin to negatively impact your life or become too much to handle, we need help identifying tools and strategies to resolve these issues and achieve our goals. We can work together to find the right tools and skills to cope, grow, and reconnect with yourself and loved ones. As a therapist, I value your lived experiences and work with the approaches that best fit my client’s needs. Please get in touch so we can discuss how I can help you, your child or your couple.

I believe that change happens when we feel safe and supported. It is important to me to create a therapeutic environment that is down to earth, compassionate and free of judgment. Each person is different and has a unique set of experiences. I tailor my approach to your needs and work collaboratively with you to help you achieve your goals and support your journey towards growth.

Accepting new clients in May 2024-Life is challenging for a multitude of reasons, from unmet needs, inequalities, identity confusion, lack of support, difficult life experiences, to everyday life stressors. I hope to create a warm, accepting, and nurturing environment. I provide a safe space for my clients helping them identify their struggles and inviting them to bring some curiosity about their thoughts, behaviours, and experiences. I support and encourage clients to learn more about themselves, their values, and to find the impetus to take small steps to build a more healthy and meaningful life.

Clients engaging in therapy with me can expect to feel valued. I listen to my clients’ successes and challenges and help clients capitalize on their strengths. I also treasure my clients’ background and culture. In the first session, I will listen to your stories and use current research and assessment tools to help with diagnosis. Collaboratively, we will set treatment goals and a treatment plan. Whether you are coming to treat mood, stress, or personality, or to learn how to deal with life’s difficult transitions, I will tailor the treatment plan to match your personality and goals.

I personally know how it feels to be overwhelmed by the demands of school, work, everyday responsibilities and personal relationships. When challenged by the symptoms of AD(H)D, anxiety or depression everyone can become burdened by life's distractions, unable to prioritize and find the time to nurture relationships, pursue personal interests, meet desired goals and find peace and happiness in our day. To facilitate the changes you would like to see, I will create a safe place to process relationship issues, symptoms related to AD(H)D, trauma, depression, anxiety that have impacted your quality of life.

Having your life disrupted by insomnia isn’t just physically exhausting. It’s mentally and emotionally draining too. Maybe you’ve made big changes to your life, like cutting out socializing or juggling endless sleep aids and routines (that don’t even work). It’s common to feel lonely and misunderstood. You may also feel confused about some of the physical symptoms happening in your body. I understand what you’re going through because I struggled with insomnia for 5 difficult years. While they were the hardest years of my life, I want you to know there is hope. You can absolutely get back to sleeping and feeling like yourself again.

Are you looking for a supportive person to talk to about life stressors? Whether you know exactly what issues you want to address or have no idea where to even begin, I can help you navigate your experiences, identify goals, and implement strategies to help you live the life that you want for yourself. I utilize a collaborative, person-centered and strength-based approach. You deserve to be heard and understood as a person with unique lived experiences. I provide individualized support and approach each client with openness, non-judgement and empathy.

Now accepting new clients. When we experience chronic and severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for our lives to unravel. Sometimes we find ourselves struggling with everyday tasks, becoming easily overwhelmed or feeling disconnected from our life, goals and loved ones. Together we can find healthy perceptions of yourself and strengthen that feeling of connection.

Being in a culture that asks you to shrink yourself, your needs, and your beliefs can be exhausting. This may be impacting how you experience your mood, body, food, relationships or the spaces you occupy. There may be ways that you protect the more tender parts of you that get in the way of being more in line with your values, and finally having the relationship with yourself and others that you have always wanted. You might be feeling overwhelmed by changes you need to make and simply don't know where to begin. You deserve to live a rich, expansive life, and to have deep, meaningful connections.

We all stumble and work to find our way back, but sometimes life adds challenges that make these ups and downs harder to navigate. Relationship struggles, shifting goals, social pressures and the added stress that comes with change can leave us overwhelmed, make us feel stuck, make us question if we're good enough or make make our decisions feel impossible. Support can help us to examine our paths and patterns and to regain our confidence so that we can build the life we want.

Are you feeling stuck in your life and not sure what steps to take? Do you ever feel overwhelmed and anxious by every day issues? Feeling like you have no where to turn to deal with your challenges? Working together I can support you in finding the right path for you, step by step. In a comfortable, non judgmental environment, we will find the solutions that are meaningful to your life, and help you get where you want to be. I believe that even the smallest changes can have a great impact on mental health and quality of life.

Accepting new clients - no waitlist at this time. It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge our personal difficulties and ask for help in facing and overcoming problems. At Helix Psychological Services, we are a team of registered psychologists, social workers, and psychotherapists who prioritize building a warm and positive therapeutic relationship with our clients. It is important to us that our clients feel comfortable and safe exploring distressing thoughts, emotions and behaviours that may be preventing them from moving forward. Our approach is individually tailored to help our clients meet their unique needs and goals.