Is there a tug inside you, aching for your life to be different or better? Conflict between your inner voice, that whispers its wisdom, and influential norms that impress you with what you “should” do? You may be questioning your sense of belonging in this world. Worries of whether you’re good/smart/capable enough. Existential concerns of whether you are doing yourself, or your spirit, justice. You may wish to free yourself from patterns learned in childhood, or the professional culture you now find yourself a part of. At heart, you wish to experience a peaceful sense of self, joyful relationships, and meaningful work.

Your past does not have to define your future. You are not doomed to continually repeat the same mistakes. There is a way to manage your stress, racing thoughts, and overwhelming emotions. You have another story waiting to be lived. There is help, there is hope and there is healing. With my help, training and approach to healing, you can heal and grow beyond what you think is possible. I know this because I have healed from my own trauma story. It is possible to experience joy.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples on issues related to relationships, parenting, life transitions, stress and anxiety. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where together we can explore the issues you may be facing. I work to understand the full scope of who you are-- your strengths and resilience -- and use my skill and comprehensive training to help build the insight and tools necessary to manage the challenges you are facing.

I help people reduce conflict, restore integrity, find ease, confidence and joy in their lives, even when it seems impossible. Through this work, you can harness your own innate ability to face and transform the challenges of living, loving, working and parenting. Together we create a compassionate and courageous space where you are heard and understood within the wider context of your family and environment. Using the neuroscience of emotion, this work addresses problems at the root, rather than focusing on behaviours or symptoms.

I specialize in the treatment of trauma-related issues such as PTSD, complex PTSD (childhood or ongoing abuse or neglect), Addictions, Anxiety and Depression. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), along with a range of other therapeutic components that are research informed. My philosophy is that the psychological, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of a person all work together as an integrative whole and are ideally treated from this perspective in order to restore balanced living.

I've come to this professional life as a therapist after years of teaching English (ESL) and working as a professional musician. Many of us these days are feeling depressed and/or anxious about life and how to move forward. We are looking for direction in our lives and relief from our problems, big and small. I know that it requires courage to trust another with your story, but there is so much to be gained from speaking with a trained listener. Together, we can work to discover a deeper sense and better understanding of who you are as a person. When you're ready, I'll be ready, and we can work to change your life for the better.

I am a fully licensed Registered Psychotherapist and a member in good standing of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CPRO). With nearly 10 years of experience, I have worked as a psychotherapist internationally in countries such as Spain, the Dominican Republic, and Canada. In my current practice, I combine a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

One of the most important factors in therapy, perhaps the most important, is the relationship between the therapist and the client. A caring, respectful and trusting relationship is essential to healing. I am committed to providing you with a safe environment that will encourage honesty and exploration. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or depression, transitioning to a new stage or way of life, recovering from trauma or loss, or experiencing illness, pain, anger, low self-esteem, or challenges in relationships, I work with you to find a way forward.

I've spent years not only working as an entrepreneur, but working with entrepreneurs and driven people. I understand that although the chase is exciting, it can be exhausting, lonely and feel endless. In a study conducted by Dr. Freeman of UC in San Francisco, 72% of the surveyed entrepreneurs reported mental health concerns. Let's work together so you don't have to be "that bad" or join that stat. I help you manage your life so you can better manage your work.

The therapeutic encounter fosters acceptance of what has, or has not happened to you in your life. It's a transformative experience that allows you to know yourself profoundly and helps you move forward in your life. I use the psychoanalytic approach, which is based on working through your internal conflicts and puzzling self-sabotaging behaviours. Using dreams, free association and working with the "here and now" of our relationship, we work together to address what prompted you to seek help.

Life can seem truly overwhelming at times, especially in our day and age when global concerns may compound our more personal stressors. Many people have carried the weight of distressing, sometimes traumatic, events with them throughout life, only to find one day that this weight has become crushing. Even those who have gone through life with relative ease may suddenly feel overwhelmed by difficult situations, such as physical or mental illness, the death of a loved one, relationship or parenting problems, divorce or other life transitions.

Looking for couples therapy? I am an IFS informed empathetic CRPO registered psychotherapist specializing in couples. My name is Ted and my colleagues, clients and friends have at various times described me as empathetic, kind, gentle and insightful. I see couples and individuals. If you have attended a Hold Me Tight retreat and would like to continue with an EFT therapist, then please contact me.

Are you struggling with feelings of sadness and anxiety? Do you imagine what life would be like if you could just overcome self-doubt and uncertainty? Or how things would change if recurring thoughts of loss and pain were replaced by visions of empowerment and fulfillment. Whatever the challenge may be, you’re here because it’s time to take charge, work through your emotions, and learn healthy behaviours. Although obstacles may always be present, therapy can equip you with skills to be resilient in the face of hardship. I’m here to help, and if you’re ready to be committed to change I will be there with you every step of the way!

Are you involved with a Narcissist? If so, it's likely you are feeling confused, uncertain and unsafe in this relationship. You tolerate strange and hurtful behaviour from this person. You seem to be in a cycle of good, then bad ... with lots of drama. But strangely you keep going back. You know you know better. You feel like you've lost yourself! And you wonder if all of this is really happening...? Yes, it is! You have been targeted by a Narcissist. And even if you're not sure ... none of this is your fault ... but it IS difficult to heal from the complex PTSD symptoms resulting from this relationship on your own.

In psychotherapy, I foster a motivation for change and strengthen hope that things can get better and life can feel worthwhile again. In my work with adults, adolescents, and couples I help to develop self-compassion and self-acceptance in the struggle with a wide range of concerns related to: anxiety, depression, stress management, anger management, addiction, self-esteem, motivation, confusion, grief and loss, relationship and family. I have extensive training and experience working with individuals struggling with the long-term effects of trauma, abuse, and neglect, including the assessment and treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Dissociative Disorders.

I sincerely believe that every human person has the inner resources for change and growth. The two words that best describe my work with care-seekers are 'to-Explore' & 'to -Empower'. My approach in psychotherapy is eclectic in responding to the care-seekers' needs and goals. I draw my therapeutic skills from a variety of theoretical models. My non-anxious presence in therapy helps my care-seekers to entrust themselves to the therapeutic process and work with me in resolving their issues, both short-term as well as long-term. I offer therapy for Individuals, couples and families.

When life stressors become overwhelming, we typically turn to familiar ways of coping. It takes self-awareness and courage to interrupt this cycle, and I commend you for taking the initial step toward meaningful change. I work with individuals struggling with the impact of a wide range of concerns: anxiety, depression, interpersonal trauma, shame, relationship issues, emotion regulation, and loss/grief. I also have extensive experience working with people who struggle with eating disorders and body image, as well as those who are enduring the challenges of integrating their cultural identity.

Taking the first step to begin therapy can be very challenging. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to discuss/explore the issues and circumstances you are experiencing. By deepening your ability to be introspective and self-compassionate, we can explore the negative thinking patterns/habits that may be interfering with you making changes in your life. My style is warm, compassionate, empathetic, and collaborative, but also direct and solution-focused. I specialize in working with children/teens/young adults, and have experience engaging even the most reluctant young people to promote positive change.

Our experiences shape us. The residue of the past can stick to us in different ways: feeling numb or feeling so much intense emotion that it's hard to cope; difficulty setting boundaries or struggling to bring people close; feeling unsafe, fearful, and distrusting; self-doubt and shame; having a hard time allowing creativity, calm, and joy. It's so easy to forget that even in the most painful, lonely, and violent moments of our lives, we were growing. I fundamentally believe that we are resilient as hell. We learned to survive! And perhaps survival mode is now getting in the way of feeling truly alive, present, and connected.

Are you a mom struggling to cope with the multiple demands of caring for your children during these uncertain times? Have you recently given birth and think you might be struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety? Are you having a hard time reconnecting either emotionally or sexually with your partner? Or, like many moms, are you feeling isolated and alone? Challenges with your mood, overwhelm and exhaustion can prevent you from feeling like yourself. Therapy can help you overcome the spirals of distress that prevent you from enjoying satisfying relationships with others as well as the relationship you have with yourself.