It may not be easy to overcome life’s challenges on our own, and even the strongest among us need some guidance. Reaching for help is an essential step for change. You might struggle with upsetting emotions and conditions as Anxiety, Guilt, Grief, Anger, Abuse, Depression. Or you might be having difficulty adjusting to a major life change, wishing to establish healthier relationships. You may want to be more assertive and live your life fully. We can find a healing path forward. My passion and commitment is to help identify, address, and resolve barriers that prevent you from achieving the life you are seeking.

For many, therapy is sought out because of a crisis situation. It is difficult to live with feelings of anxiety, anger and despair. These feelings can affect your marriage, family, children and work life by creating conflict. It is my hope to restore a sense of calm during this time of self discovery and support you through life's challenges. I will offer you realistic, easy to use tools and strategies that can work to repair and enhance your relationships. Learn to set boundaries, repair and recover from infidelity, manage anger and build trust in a safe and compassionate environment.

Anxiety & Fears, Panic Attacks, OCD, Depression, Marriage and Parenting Issues, Grief, Anger, Trauma and Abuse are conditions that are difficult to overcome on your own. There is no shame in reaching out. Our approach to therapy is positive and non-judgmental, practical and interactive, tailored to each individual. In addition to the disorders, therapy also offers guidance with much more: you can explore your personality, and your deeper feelings & thoughts. If you would like better relationships; succeed in your career; love and accept yourself and feel good about your life then therapy is definitely for you.

Are you stuck and cant seem to find your way out of one or many issues? I never underestimate the resilience of a person but often one needs help to make sense of what is happening and triggering this state that they find themselves in. I wish to facilitate this process offering supporting strategies, insights, gentle challenges, and empowerment that assist you in breaking free. I believe in cultivating a non-judgmental atmosphere enabling the freedom for you to share and be heard and affirmed so as to assist the journey to recovery.

Finding the right fit in a therapist is important. I believe that successful therapy starts with a strong therapeutic relationship between myself and my client. I am honoured that you would consider me to help you with your counselling goals. I will offer you a compassionate and non-judgemental space to help you feel empowered as you gain new insights and make the changes you desire.

Doctoral degree in Counselling Studies and being a Certified Child and Youth Counsellor supports working with people from all stages of development. Trauma recovery and healthy optimal brain health will support you to live a fulfilling life. I support children/youth/families/marriages and communities for over 30 years. The focus includes: promoting a healthy brain, decreasing anxiety and depression, family and marital issues and building self-confidence, emotional regulation, living with purpose, spirituality, supporting goals and aspirations, living in relational harmony and investing in fulfilling relationships and life.

Life can be challenging, can't it? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Is there stress at home, at school, or at work? Are important relationships in your life strained? If you want to find relief, learn to cope, and feel more fulfilled then counselling and psychotherapy are a great fit for you.

Personal Pathway sets the path towards healing and supports you along the way. Our work may include: fostering meaningful relationships, anxiety, depression, and loss. It will allow you to be more flexible and adaptive. To get unstuck, reintroducing emotional movement in your life, to feel worthy and wanting to gravitate towards joy, peace and personal freedom.

In-person and virtual sessions available. There isn't anything you can't talk about, feel embarrassed for or be ashamed of in our counselling sessions. I provide a unique non-judgmental safe space to discuss any aspect in your life, concern or struggle you may be having. I provide an eclectic combination of personal, life and professional experience, with a high level of diplomacy, sense of humor and a remarkable ability to establish a rapport and trusting relationships.

Therapy often begins as a discussion. It’s dedicated time to reflect and truly have your feelings heard, in a safe space. We will explore at a pace that is comfortable and organic, in order to develop a trusting relationship. My one wish for clients is to be open and honest, to the best of their ability. This is the foundation of developing a positive and impactful therapeutic relationship, as well as, progression in your journey. Even if you’re not sure if therapy is right for you... let’s have a discussion!

Hello, and Welcome to my page! My practice specializes in Addiction, Anxiety, Stabilizing emotions, Depression, Sexual and Physical Abuse, Family/Relationships problems, and self-esteem. Not only can assist you by giving you tools that you can use to cope with your day to day mental health struggles, but I can help you find the root of the cause. I am a Psychotherapist and have 9 years of experience working in the Social Service Field working with clients that have challenges with their past trauma that comes up and their overall mental health that is affecting their quality of life.

Are you feeling lost? Isolated? A deepened sadness that no matter what you do, nothing seems to change it? Do you carry the weight of worry? Or struggle with loss? How about searching for meaning or a new direction in your life? If this resonates with you, therapy might be worth exploring! Choosing to begin therapy can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be when you have someone walking alongside of you on this road. My focus is to help individuals, couples, and families heal, focus on strengths, and work side by side to redefine their path and journey.

Finding a good fit when it comes to counselling is important. Not only is a good connection important, so is working with a therapist with the right experience and approach to suit your needs. I have many years of experience helping children, youth and adults to reach their counselling goals. I tailor my approach to whatever you need. I would be honoured to work with you and collaborate with you in your counselling journey.

Do you feel stuck in your life? Do you feel stressed, sad or anxious? Are you going through some significant changes in your family and relationships? Many people struggle to cope when change happens. Reaching out for support is a great way to strengthen your ability to handle change, stress and emotional challenges. I am a registered psychotherapist specializing in working with families, individuals, children, youth and couples. I work with my clients to strengthen and build coping & life skills. I also work with clients to help them process difficult experiences- moving forward towards a healthier and more productive life.

When life brings you challenges, one of the most powerful things that you can do is reach out and connect with others, so I'm glad you're here! Therapy can look very different depending on your goals and life situation. I work with individuals seeking help for a number of reasons, some of which include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, and exploring old patterns. My goal is to help you create powerful shifts in and out of session to enhance wellness, personal growth, and resilience. Regardless of what brings you here, I hope to assist you in rediscovering your empowerment along your path.

"If you are looking for a Clinical Therapist/Counsellor or Life Coach to effectively help transform the life of a youth, woman, couple and family, Valerie is a great person to depend on for results. As a compassionate, caring, and trusting professional, Valerie over delivers quality by bringing so much success to others in Thinking-up, Exploring, Designing and Manifesting a life that is in harmony with your soul's purpose. She skillfully applies specific clinical skills that are fundamental to your individual experience. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Society of Adlerian Psychology (ONSAP)."

We specialize in marriage counselling and couple therapy. We understand the importance of your relationship. We have the knowledge and the skills to help you solve the issues and to give you answers you and your partner have been looking for. We dedicated our careers to helping couples reduce conflict, improve communication, resolve issues with anger, address extramarital affairs, help express emotions and feelings, and resolve sexual difficulties. Visit our website for information on common concerns couples have about counselling and suggestions on how to approach your partner if they are ambivalent about joining you.

Thank you for visiting this page. Sometimes things can seem overwhelmingly huge and difficult to deal with and you can feel powerless over them. This is where a professional such as a psychotherapist can become a useful tool to decipher life's quandaries. We all need a guide sometimes to help us see through our blind spots. This is where I can be of assistance. If you're going through a difficult phase in your life in whatever capacity such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem or just having difficult time in connecting with life then you have arrived at the right place.

Are you feeling anxious, preoccupied, and/or feel a persistent sense of sadness? Have you noticed some significant changes in your overall mood or outlook on life? Are these feelings and/or self-defeating thoughts disrupting or interfering with relationships, work, and other important aspects of your life? Therapy can assist you in understanding some of the underlying factors contributing or maintaining your current state of being. The therapeutic process will help you develop more clarity and learn tools that are essential for healthy coping and achieving personal goals.

Welcome! Bem vindo! As a psychotherapist, psychoanalyst and Mental Health Nurse for almost thirty years, I have helped people struggling with mental health issues to find ways of dealing with their difficulties. I will encourage you to examine your thoughts, feelings and acts honestly and free from any pre-established ideas with the purpose of gaining greater insight into your true desire. My fluency in both English and Portuguese makes me able to help you in the language of your choice. To know more details about my training, education and professional experience, please, check my website: https://www.nitkinpsychotherapy.com/