Therapists in Whitby, ON

Our team provides support for individuals of all ages (including children and teens), couples and families dealing with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, marital difficulties, grief/loss and chronic stress management. We all struggle from time to time and our team can help you walk through the individual challenges you are facing and get back to feeling your best again.

Life brings a series of changes and transitions as well as impactful moments that at times we may feel define our lives. It is within our nature for our minds and bodies to respond to a variety of life stressors and traumatic incidents. I work with children, adolescents, individuals, and families who have faced trauma, anxiety, difficulties with changes, amongst other difficulties stemming from transitions and trauma. I support my clients through embarking on a healing process where conditioned thoughts and behaviours rooted in survival and trauma are unlearned and released through an integrative approach. Offering walk&talk therapy

Are you feeling tired or sick of feeling sick and tired? From struggles with parenting, relationships and all of the other challenges life can throw our way, you may feel stuck- not sure what to do or where to turn. It’s time for a fresh start and a new beginning. With support, your teen can learn new ways to cope -and you can develop confidence in your parenting. Perhaps you want to improve your relationship with your partner. Or you’re longing for more energy and joy in your life. At Genesis Counselling, I provide services to teens, adults, couples, and families that address the whole person-mind, body, and spirit.

Namaste! I provide individual, relationship and marriage counselling, in a nonjudgmental, relaxed environment. Over the last 35 years I have worked with individuals and couples guiding, teaching and helping them by using an eclectic approach, and a variety of different types of modalities depending on the particular needs of my clients. I also provide family mediation and relationship counselling for couples who have split. I am a sex therapist, working with all couples and individuals. I specialize in many areas, as I believe all issues are connected, so to treat problems in isolation is unrealistic and can be short lived.

Within my practice I welcome adolescents, adults and couples. My therapeutic approach is tailored to the specific needs of my clients, as opposed to a prescriptive pre-determined formula. I work with people with varied backgrounds and life experiences. Each client; be they part of a couple or an individual is treated with respect and viewed as unique. My approach is positive, collaborative, compassionate and non-judgmental, and is aimed at supporting clients to explore, understand and to move towards different more desirable outcomes.

I am here to help you find your way through life's transitions, unmanageable stress, hopelessness, overwhelm, and anxiety. I will meet you where you are at, help you figure out where you want to be, and collaborate on how to help you get there. I am a guide for self-exploration, personal responsibility, and helping you to re-author the stories and narratives of your life. I am passionate about supporting caregivers who are assisting family members with disabilities, aging parents, and those struggling with fertility and all of the challenges and emotions that go along with that.

Looking for the right therapist can be challenging and stressful. When I sit across from a client, I value and respect that I am being invited into important, personal situations, thoughts, and vulnerabilities. My philosophy to clinical work comes from my belief that you are trying to do the best you can and want support to do better. I will both accept you for where you are at, while helping you pushing toward the change you are looking for. I collaborate with my clients to then tailor the therapy I provide to the individual-pulling on my experience, trainings, and the understanding that we all are human.

Is your child or teenager struggling socially or struggling in school? As a Counsellor with a focus on play therapy, I create a warm, nonjudgmental space where children can freely express themselves and engage in play that is meaningful to them. Play therapy can be effective in helping children with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, behavioral challenges, social skills development, and more. It allows children to develop coping skills, build resilience, and gain insight into their thoughts and feelings, empowering them to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.

You have likely encountered some challenging times recently, or else you wouldn’t be here. Feeling stuck and not knowing how to move forward? You may not know where that journey will take you, but I can help be your personal guide. I believe my main role is to help observe and facilitate your personal journey. Imagine a life of clarity, love and freedom from the negative thoughts or emotions that fill your head and binds you. Imagine waking up every day feeling in control of whatever might come your way; knowing that you have the internal strength to deal with and manage it. Imagine being the best version of YOU.

You know when life feels overwhelming, and sometimes it's too hard to sort out everything that's happened and is happening? When you want to talk to someone, but feel like a burden so you're not sure where to turn. You want to feel better, you want to deal with all of those things that have happened in life and yet you don't know where to start. We can help, we have a team of therapists who have immediate availability. We work with children through to adults, including first responders and their families. We believe in walking with you towards your goals, helping you learn healthy habits and reaching your full potential.

“Healing is a matter of time, but it is also sometimes a matter of opportunity”-Hippocrates While working with Individual and families who are dealing with many different kinds of mental health issues; from deep grief/bereavement, childhood abuse, anxiety and depression, I have been privileged to witness healing(s) that many never thought possible. By creating a safe space and working in a collaborative, compassionate manner I have supported many people on their journey of healing and growth. Healing it’s self is the journey, it takes time, commitment, patience and hope.

Struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem? Looking to improve the connection and communication in your intimate relationship? We can help! Our team of therapists are experienced in working with a wide range of concerns and have clinical training in several therapeutic approaches. With specialized training in relational therapy, we understand that problems do not exist within a vacuum. We work with our clients - individuals, couples, and families - to explore their concerns within the larger context of their lives. Our clinic also offers naturopathic services and behaviour consultation for children, teens, and their families.

I work with clients who are dealing with issues such as grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, motor vehicle accidents (MVA's), trauma, communication, relationships as well as career and life transitions. My clients are ready to engage and challenge themselves while being vulnerable in a safe and nonjudgmental space, where together we will help you to be the truest version of yourself in the hope of fostering mental wellness.

We all have the capacity to manage what comes our way, but sometimes it can feel like too much to carry on our own. Do you feel anxious, depressed, stressed or overwhelmed most days? Have you experienced a trauma that continues to bother you, impacts your relationships, career, or the ability to do the things you love? I want to help you feel more in control of your emotions so you are better able to navigate your day-to-day. Whether that means unravelling experiences of the past to make better sense of them or focusing on the here and now, we can do it together. Your emotions don't have to rob you of living a meaningful life.

Problems are inevitable and normal in life, some can be small and some bigger than one can handle. At that time an extra set of hands surely help. I can be that extra set of hands to pick you up when you are down by listening to you without judging, guiding you to get back to the rhythm of life, and cheering you from side lines, using some time tested techniques that have helped many to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger issues, addictions and grief, to name a few. I have helped many people in my 25 years of professional life in USA and Canada. I invite you to join me to explore your unending possibilities in life.

I work collaboratively with people willing to engage in self-reflection who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, loss, self-esteem issues and interpersonal conflicts. From a stance of empathy and acceptance, I invite clients to practice self-compassion and aim to empower them to become their own agents of change and live more meaningful lives.

Root to Rise Psychotherapy + Wellness is a virtual mental health clinic offering you a modern, individualized, and human approach to therapy. In offering both psychotherapy and psychological services, RTR offers you the support you need to strengthen your coping skills, confidence, self-awareness & self-love as well as in processing trauma through a safe and non-judgemental environment. We specialize in working with first responders, front-line healthcare workers (& their families); women's health; addiction/substance-use; stress; anxiety; coping; life transitions; sports performance; and in supporting high school and uni students.

Intense emotions can pull you into a downward spiral of feeling overwhelmed and lost. It is difficult to face life when you are walking around with a heavy chest or feeling anxious. It is likely that you were never taught how to cope with how you feel or understand why a part of you feels empty inside. It can feel uncomfortable to turn to friends and family, fearing how they may react. I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space, where you can feel heard as you work through difficult emotions. I can provide you with the insight, tools and support you need to bring about healing so that you can approach life in a new way.

I am a dedicated psychotherapist with a heartfelt commitment to guiding individuals through life’s myriad challenges. My practice warmly embraces clients of all ages, from children over ten to elders, and extends to families and couples, providing a haven for those in search of empathy and growth amidst life’s complexities. My expertise spans a broad spectrum, addressing not only emotional and psychological hurdles such as anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues but also specializing in the intricacies of chronic pain management and addiction recovery. I understand the profound impact these conditions can have on one’s quality of