Therapists for Teens in Milton, ON

My name is Heather Malizia (she/her) and I’m a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and a Yorkville University graduate student. If you’re a teen or adult struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or self-esteem, I’m here to help. I also assist elite athletes (ages 16+) in targeting areas of performance that are impacted by mental health and mindset. This extends to supporting identity issues beyond sport, managing transitions out of sport (i.e., injuries or retirement), and tackling perfectionism and burnout. My internship will be supported by our Lead Therapist and trauma specialist, Jana Venditti.

Welcome. I'm so happy you landed here. I've been dedicated to the field of child, youth, and family mental health for the past 18 years. I have am the Founder & Clinical Director & Supervisor of Counting Butterflies Child & Family Wellness (est. 2012), and Co-Founder & Clinical Supervisor of The Therapy Collective, our sister practice that focused on trauma-informed mental health approaches. I work alongside my clients to help them: 1. Get unstuck by growing their emotional awareness 2. Develop a healthy relationship to their thoughts & feelings to get insight into core needs 3. Gain a sense of purpose, connection, joy, and calm.

"No matter where you are, and no matter what you are going through, you have a choice. Choose Happy."

Since 2004, Liz has had the privilege of helping adults and families accomplish their goals, and build on their personal strengths. Our philosophy when working with our clients is to create the most comfortable and judgement-free environment as possible. Engaging in counselling can bring some of the most difficult memories and emotions to the surface. Our approach is to treat the process like a partnership with each of our clients. In 2022, our practice expanded to meet the growing need for mental health services. Our dynamic and creative team has immediate availability for in-person and virtual appointments.

Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress? Are they experiencing difficulty at home or at school? We are here to help! Our experienced therapists aim to provide a safe place for children, teens, parents and families to work on their goals and to move towards feeling better. Child Therapy Halton provides Psychotherapy services to children (2-10), adolescents (11-18), young adults (19-23), parents, and families. Our therapists are able to treat a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, difficulty coping, trauma, parental divorce or separation, adoption, ADHD/ LD's and more.

I am a psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. With over 20 years of experience in academic and clinical settings as a university professor and psychologist, I provide psychological assessments and behavioural and cognitive-behavioural therapy for various child and adolescent mental health concerns. I apply a goal-oriented, strength-based, and non-judgmental approach in my practice to help my clients share their unique life stories that contribute to positive treatment outcomes. I use age-appropriate language and activities to build a strong rapport with children and adolescents.

At times, many of us contend with emotions and suffering that are overwhelmingly painful, disheartening and difficult to bear, often as a result of unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families and step-families using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, interpersonal psychotherapy, and DBT/CBT within neuroscience and attachment frameworks. I encouraged clients to access inner strengths and free their capacity for growth. Whether you or a family member experience depression, anxiety, marital distress or difficulties with peers, you deserve support in a confidential, accepting, safe and caring environment.

Accepting New Clients! When you combine compassion and science with experienced Mental Health Experts, you get counselling that works. We offer a wide range of services including: Psychotherapy, Couples Counselling, Child & Teen Counselling, Family Therapy, Cuddle Therapy, and more! In order to bring meaningful changes to your life we incorporate an array of evidence-based approaches such as Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). In addition to providing high-quality and compassionate support, we offer services on a sliding-scale so that therapy can be affordable for all.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or dealing with past trauma? Are you looking for a non-judgmental and safe space to talk? Are you seeking a way to move forward in your life, develop new coping strategies, build healthier relationships, and make decisions? I specialize in working with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood challenges, motivation, perfectionism, grief, and trauma recovery. I am skilled at supporting women who have experienced interpersonal violence, relational trauma, sexual abuse, systemic oppression, and substance use.

Life is dynamic! And as we venture through the mountaintop moments and the valley times, having support is an essential component of our overall wellness. The right support can make a world of difference when navigating through our journeys. It is always my sincere privilege to support individuals by walking alongside them as a support to help unpack and tread through their experiences. Whether it’s offering encouragement, insight, or strategies. My work is rooted in challenging folks to overcome their battles and unleashing their own inner strength. I am here to walk with you!

I am a registered Clinical Psychologist (Ontario) who specializes in working with children, teens, parents, and families. My approach in working with clients is to provide a supportive and caring relationship within which they can explore and address issues meaningful to them, identify their psychological needs, and expand on their strengths to meet these needs. In my work with children and teens, whatever the issue we are addressing, I encourage the development of skills in self-reflection and effective communication to promote the capacity for positive engagement and healthy relations (e.g., family, peers), which are cornerstones of psychological well-being.

I have a passion for helping people attain optimal mental health, thru improved coping with life stressors/experiences and also personal healing/growth. Basically, I want to help you (or your child) thrive! I have extensive training and experience with a broad range of issues and treatment modalities. I am certified with the College of Psychologists of Ontario in the areas of Clinical & Counselling Psychology (both assessment & treatment) for Adults, Couples, Adolescents and Children. My approach is tailored for each unique client and also allows for the integration of spiritual issues into therapy when appropriate and desired.

You've made this first step! I am here to welcome and support you through your therapeutic journey, whatever that may mean to you - we can figure it out together. I believe that we are the experts of our own lives but together we can discover meaning behind challenging life events and any unprocessed emotions while I provide you with a nonjudgmental, empathetic safe space.

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others" Inspirational words by the great Mahatma Gandhi to support that you are not alone and you do not have to suffer in silence. Being a registered social worker for 20 years, and a certified clinical traumatologist, I have had the privilege of working extensively with individuals,children/adolescents and families across many diverse communities. In areas including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, family conflict, stress from life transitions, and trauma. A role in which I focus on empowerment, safety, healing, and self-realization.

Mrs. Bennie works with a broad range of clients ranging from children to adults, couples, and families, supporting them through a variety of issues using an integrative therapeutic approach. Therapy focusses on client needs and building a collaborative, empathic relationship with the goal of improving a client's understanding of contributing factors to their difficulties and improving their range of coping skills.

Engaging in psychotherapy is a brave step towards reconciling with one's past, making amends with others, and finding peace with oneself. It's a unique relationship that lays the foundation for healing all other relationships. Psychotherapy, in its core, is a spiritual journey—a pilgrimage into the self. Just as a pilgrim walks from temple to temple, seeking enlightenment, an individual's therapeutic journey may involve multiple therapists. I might be your current one, but perhaps not your first nor your last. Each leg of this journey, with each therapist, requires courage and a faith that transformation is attainable.

Currently accepting clients for Individual and Couples therapy. 5X Readers Choice Award Winning Practice. I deeply value and respect that I am being invited into important personal situations, thoughts and vulnerabilities. I am here to help you find coping skills that will help you move forward. The therapy approach will be tailored to meet your specific needs. My clients say, they feel so comfortable talking to me and notice great results! Feel free to text.

Are you wanting to make a change in your life to improve your wellbeing? Have you found it difficult to see progress even though you’ve tried a lot of self-help tips and perhaps even therapy before? Fortunately, ISTDP is an advanced psychotherapy approach that has shown to be effective in treating mental health issues that are resistant to other forms of therapy. This evidence-based approach can be used to treat personality disorders, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorders, anxiety, and depression.

Psychologist offering online therapy to adults and youth. I have experience helping clients with a variety of issues, including: depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD problems, job burnout, anger problems, substance use, OCD, and more. Therapy is tailored to client's needs and preferences using a collaborative style. We offer CBT-based therapy combined with other approaches. Provider is LGBTQ+ affirming and provides culturally sensitive treatment for individuals from different backgrounds. For more information you can also visit SuntreeWellness.com.