Chronic Illness Therapists in Dresden, ON
Ye Chen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dresden, ON N0P (Online Only)
Limited Availability! Do you want to start therapy and get to the root of the symptoms such as anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, driving anxiety, depression, life transition difficulties, or personality disorders? Do you want to understand yourself and others better through therapy? Are you currently facing challenges in connecting with your partner due to issues like intimacy, infidelity, addiction? Or perhaps an interracial relationship? With four years in the field of counselling and psychotherapy, I have experiences supporting individuals in overcoming their struggles and helping couples build stronger, more resilient relationships.
Limited Availability! Do you want to start therapy and get to the root of the symptoms such as anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, driving anxiety, depression, life transition difficulties, or personality disorders? Do you want to understand yourself and others better through therapy? Are you currently facing challenges in connecting with your partner due to issues like intimacy, infidelity, addiction? Or perhaps an interracial relationship? With four years in the field of counselling and psychotherapy, I have experiences supporting individuals in overcoming their struggles and helping couples build stronger, more resilient relationships.
Choose A Lifestyle
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RPN, CCC
Verified Verified
Dresden, ON N0P
Clients with depression, anxiety, substance abuse and broken relationships find my person-centered approach helpful. I listen and guide one's feelings so that the root of the problem surfaces for healing. Planning goals together gives the best outcome. Choosing to take notes and following through with home work always gives an advantage to progress to meeting goals.
Clients with depression, anxiety, substance abuse and broken relationships find my person-centered approach helpful. I listen and guide one's feelings so that the root of the problem surfaces for healing. Planning goals together gives the best outcome. Choosing to take notes and following through with home work always gives an advantage to progress to meeting goals.
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Gregory Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, BEng, MACP, RP (Q)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L
There are times in each of our lives when we feel lost, overwhelmed and we don't recognize ourselves. For some it may be a loss or trauma, while for others, feelings of depression, anxiety and loneliness can become too much to bear alone. Through a safe and non-judgmental relationship, clients are supported in recognizing their needs and then given the tools and assistance required to meet their therapeutic goals. By helping people feel like themselves again, I hope to help them to regain their health and rediscover the joy in their everyday lives.
There are times in each of our lives when we feel lost, overwhelmed and we don't recognize ourselves. For some it may be a loss or trauma, while for others, feelings of depression, anxiety and loneliness can become too much to bear alone. Through a safe and non-judgmental relationship, clients are supported in recognizing their needs and then given the tools and assistance required to meet their therapeutic goals. By helping people feel like themselves again, I hope to help them to regain their health and rediscover the joy in their everyday lives.
Alex Luby
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
Chatham, ON N7L (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Feeling anxious, burnt out, or just not yourself? Maybe it seems like no matter what you do you can't seem to break habits and patterns that are affecting your personal life and relationships. I aim to help people better understand themselves and their emotions, challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and reignite the spark that can sometimes go missing in life. I work with people struggling with anxiety, life transitions, stress, and relationship issues. I work with individuals and provide couple and relationship therapy.
Accepting new clients! Feeling anxious, burnt out, or just not yourself? Maybe it seems like no matter what you do you can't seem to break habits and patterns that are affecting your personal life and relationships. I aim to help people better understand themselves and their emotions, challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and reignite the spark that can sometimes go missing in life. I work with people struggling with anxiety, life transitions, stress, and relationship issues. I work with individuals and provide couple and relationship therapy.
Rebecca Flanagan Ck Mental Health Trauma Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L
Are you feeling stuck? Feeling like no matter what you do you can't seem to break habits and patterns that are affecting your personal life and relationships? I know how frustrating this can be and am here to help you to get to the root of what is making breaking those habits so difficult! I'm a dig deep therapist who helps you uncover the underlying causes and to work through them to start to truly heal. Many say they've never had a therapist who works like I do, and have come to me after years of unsuccessful attempts at change.
Are you feeling stuck? Feeling like no matter what you do you can't seem to break habits and patterns that are affecting your personal life and relationships? I know how frustrating this can be and am here to help you to get to the root of what is making breaking those habits so difficult! I'm a dig deep therapist who helps you uncover the underlying causes and to work through them to start to truly heal. Many say they've never had a therapist who works like I do, and have come to me after years of unsuccessful attempts at change.
Joyelle Koch
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, ON N7M
Appointments on weekends/holidays only! If you've never tried counselling before and think it's not for you, I think I can change your mind. Have you been drifting through life with little direction and starting to feel resentful, angry, jealous? If you want to make small changes that have a big impact, please reach out to me.
Appointments on weekends/holidays only! If you've never tried counselling before and think it's not for you, I think I can change your mind. Have you been drifting through life with little direction and starting to feel resentful, angry, jealous? If you want to make small changes that have a big impact, please reach out to me.
Alyssa Mervin
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L
My desire to work as a therapist comes from my passion and enthusiasm for connecting with others and my core belief that healing happens through our relationships with ourselves and others. Growth and development are an ongoing journey for all of us. Whether you're struggling with your mental health (i.e. depression, anxiety, trauma), working on self-development, in the process of healing, or you simply need a safe place to talk, I am here for you. I work to make you feel as comfortable as possible to support you through the process of taking care of your mental well-being.
My desire to work as a therapist comes from my passion and enthusiasm for connecting with others and my core belief that healing happens through our relationships with ourselves and others. Growth and development are an ongoing journey for all of us. Whether you're struggling with your mental health (i.e. depression, anxiety, trauma), working on self-development, in the process of healing, or you simply need a safe place to talk, I am here for you. I work to make you feel as comfortable as possible to support you through the process of taking care of your mental well-being.
SoulScape Services: Psychotherapy & Wellness Hub
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BaHo, RP
Verified Verified
Chatham, ON N7L
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
Nate Venema @ Psychotherapy for You
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L (Online Only)
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
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
Christine Crawford
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MDiv, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L
Taking on values, sharing what is important and talking out problems can help in assessing where you have been, where you are now in life and what directions your choices can make. Those we love and care about are a part of our life's journey. And sometimes things are harder to figure out, but you are not alone on that road. Let's see what we can do in making life the best it can be. There can be hope and healing. It's time to Connect. Couples, Children and Individual counselling sessions available for In person, online and phone sessions. Accepting new clients.
Taking on values, sharing what is important and talking out problems can help in assessing where you have been, where you are now in life and what directions your choices can make. Those we love and care about are a part of our life's journey. And sometimes things are harder to figure out, but you are not alone on that road. Let's see what we can do in making life the best it can be. There can be hope and healing. It's time to Connect. Couples, Children and Individual counselling sessions available for In person, online and phone sessions. Accepting new clients.
Crona Airgid
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L
Welcome! Life presents with many challenges... work stress, relationship stress, health issues, parenting, caregiving of parents, juggling so many different responsibilities. It can seem overwhelming when trying to manage it all. And sometimes struggles or hurts from the past, can seem to creep into our everyday lives when we would much rather leave those hurts behind. What a relief it would be... to release those worries, to alleviate those stresses, to heal those hurts. They are heavy to carry, and as we try to keep going, they get heavier along the way. What if, you could have help, to change that...
Welcome! Life presents with many challenges... work stress, relationship stress, health issues, parenting, caregiving of parents, juggling so many different responsibilities. It can seem overwhelming when trying to manage it all. And sometimes struggles or hurts from the past, can seem to creep into our everyday lives when we would much rather leave those hurts behind. What a relief it would be... to release those worries, to alleviate those stresses, to heal those hurts. They are heavy to carry, and as we try to keep going, they get heavier along the way. What if, you could have help, to change that...
Rising Light Counselling, Alana Pollard
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L
Anxiety, depression, and critical self-talk can feel debilitating. On the outside you may seem fine to others, you might even respond with "great" when they ask how you're doing, but on the inside you're stuck in patterns of overthinking, incessant worry, lack of motivation, and weariness. There is hope that life can be different, even if you feel anxiety and depression have become part of who you are. Counselling can help identify patterns of negative thinking and offer fresh insights, rewiring the brain's pathways, creating healthier ways of being.
Anxiety, depression, and critical self-talk can feel debilitating. On the outside you may seem fine to others, you might even respond with "great" when they ask how you're doing, but on the inside you're stuck in patterns of overthinking, incessant worry, lack of motivation, and weariness. There is hope that life can be different, even if you feel anxiety and depression have become part of who you are. Counselling can help identify patterns of negative thinking and offer fresh insights, rewiring the brain's pathways, creating healthier ways of being.
Ravonn Kauffman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Wheatley, ON N0P
Ravonn Kauffman’s counselling practice focuses on working with clients to achieve clear goals in a short period of time. Ravonn works with clients to make positive changes in a period of weeks or months - long-term treatment, while possible, tends to be undertaken only as a series of these smaller steps so that clients see progress, grow without developing dependence on the process and feel free to step away to try other approaches.
Ravonn Kauffman’s counselling practice focuses on working with clients to achieve clear goals in a short period of time. Ravonn works with clients to make positive changes in a period of weeks or months - long-term treatment, while possible, tends to be undertaken only as a series of these smaller steps so that clients see progress, grow without developing dependence on the process and feel free to step away to try other approaches.
Kathleen Courtney
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7M
I can help you reduce unwanted reactions, tendencies and patterns and move toward living and feeling how you really want. I am passionate about helping people heal from trauma and increase calm, health habits, stability and life satisfaction. I can help with: anxiety, depression, trauma, boundaries, addiction, health goals and complex medical concerns.
I can help you reduce unwanted reactions, tendencies and patterns and move toward living and feeling how you really want. I am passionate about helping people heal from trauma and increase calm, health habits, stability and life satisfaction. I can help with: anxiety, depression, trauma, boundaries, addiction, health goals and complex medical concerns.
Dan Rusu
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, ON N7L
Many times we find ourselves "stuck in a rut" not knowing how to address our challenges. It looks like we are separated from our goals and we are not sure how to move forward. Seeing a psychotherapist is like the process of crossing the bridge to freedom from "here" to "where you want/need to be". In my practice, I use a holistic treatment approach consisting of: psychotherapy , lifestyle management strategies (sleep, nutrition, physical exercise), building support and at client's request spiritual/ faith-based practice(s).
Many times we find ourselves "stuck in a rut" not knowing how to address our challenges. It looks like we are separated from our goals and we are not sure how to move forward. Seeing a psychotherapist is like the process of crossing the bridge to freedom from "here" to "where you want/need to be". In my practice, I use a holistic treatment approach consisting of: psychotherapy , lifestyle management strategies (sleep, nutrition, physical exercise), building support and at client's request spiritual/ faith-based practice(s).
McKenzie Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Chatham, ON N7L
Welcome! My name is Dr. Sandra McKenzie and I am the director of McKenzie Psychology. Founded in 2005, we are a well-established group practice composed of clinical psychologists, registered psychotherapists, and registered social workers. We offer comprehensive assessment and treatment services for adults, adolescents and children and help people to address a wide range of difficulties and concerns. We provide in-person care in our offices located in London, Ontario and Windsor, Ontario, and virtual care (by secure video or phone) across Ontario.
Welcome! My name is Dr. Sandra McKenzie and I am the director of McKenzie Psychology. Founded in 2005, we are a well-established group practice composed of clinical psychologists, registered psychotherapists, and registered social workers. We offer comprehensive assessment and treatment services for adults, adolescents and children and help people to address a wide range of difficulties and concerns. We provide in-person care in our offices located in London, Ontario and Windsor, Ontario, and virtual care (by secure video or phone) across Ontario.
Gisele Harrison
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chatham, ON N7L (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Breakups, violence, illness, abuse, loss, grief, shame, abandonment, transitions, oppression, and feeling unloved and unworthy can be very painful. The counselling services I offer are focused on healing the whole mind and body. You will learn how to calm your nervous system and develop an embodied awareness of the strategies you developed as protection against further harm (fight, flight, freeze, fawn). Together we can reprocess and reconsolidate painful memories. My ideal client is open-minded, committed to bi-weekly appointments, and understands that healing involves engaging in calming & healing exercises between appointments.
Breakups, violence, illness, abuse, loss, grief, shame, abandonment, transitions, oppression, and feeling unloved and unworthy can be very painful. The counselling services I offer are focused on healing the whole mind and body. You will learn how to calm your nervous system and develop an embodied awareness of the strategies you developed as protection against further harm (fight, flight, freeze, fawn). Together we can reprocess and reconsolidate painful memories. My ideal client is open-minded, committed to bi-weekly appointments, and understands that healing involves engaging in calming & healing exercises between appointments.
Online Therapists
Marilyn Hill
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N5X (Online Only)
Do you experience chronic pain? Have you been diagnosed with a chronic illness? Chronic pain / illness can impact so many areas of your life - your ability to work, maintain your home or garden, and participate in activities with your family and friends. Living with chronic pain / illness can be exhausting, overwhelming and so very frustrating. Many people who experience daily pain begin to struggle with stress, anxiety and /or depression, which increases their pain and makes it even harder to cope. Worried that group therapy "isn't for you"? I invite you to give us a chance to show you how enjoyable and helpful it can be.
Do you experience chronic pain? Have you been diagnosed with a chronic illness? Chronic pain / illness can impact so many areas of your life - your ability to work, maintain your home or garden, and participate in activities with your family and friends. Living with chronic pain / illness can be exhausting, overwhelming and so very frustrating. Many people who experience daily pain begin to struggle with stress, anxiety and /or depression, which increases their pain and makes it even harder to cope. Worried that group therapy "isn't for you"? I invite you to give us a chance to show you how enjoyable and helpful it can be.
Selena Buma - Be Still Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Brydges, ON N0L (Online Only)
I also have extensive experience helping clients age 16+ with stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, trauma, chronic illness, grief, relationships, infertility, pregnancy/postpartum, body image, and perfectionism.
Hello, and welcome! We all know that life can be hard and bring many stressful, difficult, and painful situations. If you are feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious, lost, alone, or unsure about your purpose and direction, I’m here to help. My counseling practice is founded on building relationships with clients, offering empathy and compassion, and providing a safe place for you to learn about yourself, heal, and grow. Together we can help you understand yourself and identify tools and strategies to help you support yourself through all the challenging circumstances life brings.
I also have extensive experience helping clients age 16+ with stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, trauma, chronic illness, grief, relationships, infertility, pregnancy/postpartum, body image, and perfectionism.
Hello, and welcome! We all know that life can be hard and bring many stressful, difficult, and painful situations. If you are feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious, lost, alone, or unsure about your purpose and direction, I’m here to help. My counseling practice is founded on building relationships with clients, offering empathy and compassion, and providing a safe place for you to learn about yourself, heal, and grow. Together we can help you understand yourself and identify tools and strategies to help you support yourself through all the challenging circumstances life brings.
Cynthia Louise Harrison
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6K
Hi. I’m so glad you are here. Seeking support and guidance can be challenging and rewarding as you begin this journey. I value a respectful, therapeutic relationship that is collaborative and supportive of your unique needs and goals as we discover personal strengths and work on areas for growth, enhanced coping, clarity and life enrichment. The overall goal for therapy is to nurture emotional well-being through the acknowledgement and care of issues related to feelings, behaviors, and life experiences that are currently affecting day to day functioning. Specialty in chronic illness, caregiver support, grief and new beginnings.
Hi. I’m so glad you are here. Seeking support and guidance can be challenging and rewarding as you begin this journey. I value a respectful, therapeutic relationship that is collaborative and supportive of your unique needs and goals as we discover personal strengths and work on areas for growth, enhanced coping, clarity and life enrichment. The overall goal for therapy is to nurture emotional well-being through the acknowledgement and care of issues related to feelings, behaviors, and life experiences that are currently affecting day to day functioning. Specialty in chronic illness, caregiver support, grief and new beginnings.
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How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.