Art Therapy in Chesley, ON

If you're a parent or caregiver in search of art therapy sessions for your child, you've arrived at a welcoming and supportive space! Life is tough, and noticing that your kiddo may be in need of some additional support is completely normal! Know that you’re doing the right thing by exploring therapeutic options for them. Art therapy can be a powerful resource to help your child learn emotional regulation skills, cope with daily anxiety, or navigate parental separation/divorce. This process offers a hands-on approach for healthy self-expression, and can foster beneficial change in your kid's life.

I am a Registered Social Worker and a virtual counselor in Ontario. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Psychology, a Master of Education, and a Master of Social Work. I provide strength-based therapy services for children, young adults, individuals, couples, and families using an anti-oppressive, integrated approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. There are so many changes that happen as families grow and develop with the passing years, and I’m here to help with these transitions. For over twenty years I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief

It is natural to need professional support when struggling with mental health. Here are examples of some issues that our therapists can help you with: anger management, anxiety/stress and depression management, addiction, burnout, relationship counseling, or couples counseling, marital & pre-marital therapy, family conflicts, modern parenting, blended families, children and divorce, teen issues, relationship problems, instability, conflict or communication issues, dating issues, infidelity peer relationships Illness or disease diagnoses bereavement, grief and loss counselling, career and corporate coaching, etc.

You often struggle in an anxious fawn-freeze response with narcissists in your life, afraid to express yourself for fear of abandonment, rejection and their emotional reactions. You tend to pedestal others, people-please and behave in ways for approval but it is exhausting. Compulsive control, fantasizing, caretaking and perfectionism with people, relationships and life make you live in an arena of constant expectation, the need to keep up appearances and never feeling good enough is tiring. You yearn to feel safe and express your true self, be present and build healthier relationships and trust your life's authentic path.

Meet Jennifer, a therapist characterized by her exuberance, compassion, and warmheartedness. She possesses a unique ability to make therapy enjoyable, captivating, and, above all, effective. With a Master's degree in psychotherapy and spiritual care and an undergraduate degree in counselling and youth studies, Jennifer engages people in a holistic, person-centred, strength-based and playful fashion.

If you're a parent challenged with a child who brings a whole lot of stress and chaos I can help. If you are finding there is more struggle than seems natural, it might be a deeper understanding of your child's personality, and how it intersects with your parenting style that is needed. I have developed a program I call Transformative Compassionate Parenting, thru this way of looking at your relationship with your child we can create calm and rational responses, where there once was only explosive emotional outbursts. Reach out for a chat, calm is only a phone call or email away.

I see children and families for a variety of reasons. Generally speaking, people come to me because they are ready to improve their quality of life, relationship with other family members, or heal from some form of experience. I may see individuals and families to help with emotional regulation, behavioural challenges, increase coping skills, or to improve communication and reduce conflict. My service approach is geared towards the individual goals and needs of the family. Often families come to me because they want some form of individual or family function to change. I can help through either talk therapy and/or play therapy.

I am resourceful, energetic, and solutions-focused social worker offering hands-on experience in helping people with Mental Health and Addiction Issue. I focus on therapeutic intervention based on strength based model and 12 step recovery model. I focus on strategy development providing the best possible treatment outcomes. I am savvy synergist with a rich history in helping people achieve their dreams. I am dedicated and excellent in relationship building. Drive with clients to attain their goals. Thought the years i helped many people to become proud of themselves and their daily success.

I am passionate about creating a supportive environment for my clients to engage in healing, learning, and reflection. Grounded in many years of clinical practice I have developed a unique and dynamic style inspired by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Art Therapy and Mindfulness. I strive to help my clients identify their strengths, develop an understanding of what might be holding them back and what can help them move forward. Collectively these approaches can lead to self compassion and positive change. It is my commitment that clients will feel supported, listened to and understood.

Seeking a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship to engage in healing in a vulnerable and brave way? Needs may include: mental health, life transitions, stress, trauma, general well-being, grief, self-improvement, and others. Clients of any age, gender, or sexual orientation.

Hello! My name is Mafalda, and I am an Art therapist who has experience working with youth and adults in both individual and group settings. Hmm, Art therapist? It means that I combine psychotherapy with the process of art making to help you explore and process emotions and thoughts that may be sometimes challenging to express into words. Many people believe you must be ‘good at art’ to benefit from art therapy, however, this is not the case. You “do not need any art experience” at all! In addition to art therapy, I often integrate various therapy approaches and mindfulness tools depending on your specific goals.

Accepting new clients, no waiting! Feeling stuck or anxious and can’t seem to shake it? Maybe you’re feeling more snappy or drained but you aren’t sure why, you just know it doesn’t feel like YOU. Things like hyper-independence, people-pleasing and burnout from stress or trauma can make it hard to prioritize your needs (or even know what your needs truly are!) I can help through a process of uncovering unhelpful patterns, facilitating emotional awareness, and healing past wounds that might be holding you back.

As you search to create change in your life, remember that transformations can sometimes come with only a few small steps. With 28 years of experience I would be happy to walk with you through it. As a Registered Psychotherapist and a Registered Art Therapist I offer a unique advantage of providing talk therapy which can also incorporate Art expression to further enhance the therapeutic process. Experience working in the community, hospitals and privately has allowed me to work with a broad range of issues including; depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, family and relationship difficulties, stress, grief and infertility.

I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker who exclusively work with children, teens and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma. I also help teens and adults in their career development journeys and guide them to build social skills and emotional intelligence as they grow.The basis of my work is focused on assisting clients to identify and overcome the challenges to achieve personal, and relational growth. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in Kitchener, Ontario.

Art is healing. Sometimes words cannot express the depth of our experiences and I am here to support you in a creative and healing process called Art Therapy. Art making in sessions can provide deeper insight into your life, allowing you to take an active role in your healing process, and the feeling of being seen and heard. No art experience is needed. We are making meaning, not masterpieces and it can also be fun! I am a compassionate RP (Qualifying) DTATI Candidate with over 20 years experience as an Educator. As a black/biracial woman I know the importance of feeling welcome. I provide a culturally humble and safe space for all.

I believe that therapy is sacred place to come back to oneself. I believe that far too many forms of therapy strip spirituality from healing, while finding meaning in our lives is an inherently sacred pursuit. I welcome all faith backgrounds as well as experiences of spiritual trauma, guilt and abuse to her work. I also welcomes those who don't have any connection to spirituality. I work to be in relationship with the experiences of the diaspora, and support my clients identify the generational wounds that take space in our bodies.

Accepting NEW Clients - Life can be hard. Often unprocessed trauma and early childhood experiences outside of your awareness impact your behaviour and mental well-being. Culture and context, intrusive thoughts and fluctuating moods, find ways to disrupt everyday functioning. I know, I have been there. Let's work together to uncover "what's going on" and through verbal and non-verbal approaches tap into your inborn strength and coping skills. Gradually re-establish balance and well-being as you reduce anxiety, depression, and aimlessness. Through a safe therapeutic space we'll strive to put the pieces of a puzzled life together.

Now offering virtual and telephone therapy. As a Registered Psychotherapist (2015) and Registered Canadian Art Therapist (2001), I use evidence based and trauma informed practices to support children, youth and adults with a variety of issues. These issues include PTSD, trauma, mental health challenges and chronic health issues. As a retired educator in the field of Art and Special Education, I also support parents and individuals who are neurodiverse ( learning disabilities, ASD and ADHD etc). I focus on strength based approaches and offer a number of treatment modalities including Art Therapy, EMDR, CBT, CPT, IFS and DBT.

Hi there, I am a Child, Youth & Family Therapist (RSW)/Paediatric specialist offering therapy to children & their families regarding child social, emotional & behavioural challenges & complex family dynamics. I use of creative methods (movement, art, music, play, sandtray) to supplement evidence based Cognitive Behavioural & Dialectical Behavioural Therapy approaches. *Not a general therapist- services are very specialized to children's needs and attunement to their attachment & relationships are incorporated into the therapy sessions. *IN PERSON SESSIONS OFFERED *MSW, RSW - Covered by insurance