***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** I am a client-centered, trauma-informed practicing queer social worker. I specialize in clinical practice; as well as, connecting my clients to appropriate community services and supports. I am committed to serving diverse communities as a social worker and advocate. I specialize in aiding LQBTQ2s communities with a focus on folks who identify as transgender and non-binary. Moreover, I have years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, dual diagnosis, mental health, specifically mood disorders, and trauma.

With graduate, post-graduate degrees, and over 30 years of clinical experience, I welcome Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Families into my practice who are facing anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, addiction, chronic pain/illness, or stress from relationship conflicts. I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Relapse Prevention Therapy, and Self-Care which are personalized to each client's unique age & circumstances, as well as a unique Couple's Program, and Deep Healing that addresses pain and utilizes strengths to repair. I use specific strategies to gain real results.

30 years of clinical practice experience providing support and delivering successful outcomes to children and families. You are not alone. 1 in 5 children and youth in Ontario will experience some form of mental health problem. Anxiety and depression are on the rise. Growing up and raising a family is hard. There is no shame in seeking help. I can support you in managing and overcoming: Anxiety • Depression • ADHD/ ADD • Emotional Regulation • Parenting support and family service

I am an experienced therapist with 30 years of practise to draw upon. I will listen carefully as you describe the issues that you need support and help to sort out. Often, an increased understanding of the challenges that you face can be very helpful to move forward in your life. As well, learning some new skills to manage the issues and/or gaining a new perspective on the issues can be useful as well. I appreciate that it is not easy to embark on a therapy course so I make every effort to be supportive and understanding as we build a therapy relationship.

People come to counselling/psychotherapy for many reasons. Sometimes they are struggling with distressing emotions that get in the way of their productivity, daily functioning and peace of mind. Other times, they want to have better experiences in their relationships with family, friends, a loved-one or co-workers. In some cases they are going through periods of change and struggle to find balance and comfort in the midst of uncertainty. If you are at an impasse in your life... if you simply cannot go on with things being the way they are... you are in the perfect place for change to happen!!

*Caseload full - Currently placing on waitlist* - Clients work on how to take care of their needs and wants with an understanding on messages they have given themselves since childhood. Clients who want to learn how to change the old script. Clients who struggle with addiction, anxiety and depression with a therapist who comes from an anti oppressive lens, trauma informed and solution focused.

Life is full of challenges both expected and unexpected. It is my goal to help you navigate a path through your current circumstances whatever they may be. Loss is a particular challenge which affects all of us. It can be the loss of a loved one, an ability, a relationship, or a job. I have years of experience helping people move forward from loss or trauma. I have also worked to help young adults navigate transitions that are often a source of anxiety or depression.

Hi and welcome. I am a registered occupational therapist and psychotherapist. My approach to counselling is holistic and client-centred. I help individuals to identify their strengths and address challenges that they may be facing in their daily lives with self-compassion. I am also a certified yoga teacher and believe in the deep connection between mind and body. Know that you are worthy, no matter the reason that brought you here. I will aim to meet you where you are at with compassion and without judgement.

I offer counselling/ psychotherapy services that meet you where you are. If you are looking for support to face some of your life's challenges or to live a more satisfying life, I may be able to help.My work is guided by the following key principles: we all possess a natural tendency toward growth and healing; counselling/psychotherapy is a collaborative process, with the client directing the process; we are all so much more than the worst thing we have ever done.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, hopeless, lonely,confused, scared, frustrated or stuck? Are the issues that you are facing getting in the way of your daily functioning, enjoyment, health, relationships, goals, academic success, job performance and of the hopes and dreams that you have for yourself? Are you tired of feeling the way that you are and want something different for yourself? If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, then you've come to the right place! We can work together to help you move toward a healthier and happier place in a way that fits for you.

Are you longing to feel like yourself again? Maybe you are trying to figure out how the life that you were working towards got so far out of reach. I can provide a space to work through some events that still negatively impact your life, or help bring clarity to that uneasy sense that just won't leave you. I want to work with you towards building a life consistent with your own values; in search of your peace and joy. It would be my pleasure to support you on this journey as you become more aware about yourself, figure out some options and start taking steps towards change.

Change can often be unwelcome, scary and uncomfortable, especially in these isolating times. In therapy, I offer a soft landing for these experiences, providing you with a non-judgmental space to be heard and the encouragement to face the things in your life that are no longer serving you.

Hello and welcome to my private practice, Grow Psychotherapy. Finding a therapist to match your needs is challenging, so don't give up. Because, when you find a therapist who is right for you, therapy can be truly transformative. If you are ready to tackle life-long issues that have held you back from relationships, school, career and other areas of your life, contact me. I will return your call within 24 hours and book us an initial consult for free.

**Currently accepting new clients** Like me, your identity is beautifully complicated. But that makes it ever so confusing, and you feel like you don’t truly belong anywhere. One moment, you feel like you’ve finally figured out where you fit in, then the next, it suddenly comes crashing down. You feel like a fraud, caught in the middle. Like you’re stuck between worlds, and you don’t know who you truly are, or where you belong. You feel stifled, like you’re suffocating. And you’re sick of it. There’s so much more to you than what you show others. And you’re here because you don’t want to hide anymore.

My belief is that people come to therapy to have an experience that is markedly different from what they encounter in their daily life. My training and experience allow me to have the tools to provide an opportunity for that different experience, whether it is getting relief from anxiety, finding grace and gratitude in the midst of grief, or gaining clarity and calm in a situation of overwhelm and confusion. We work collaboratively and creatively to uncover the root causes of your distress or dissatisfaction, and address them without re-traumatization. Our work together is safe, deep, transformative, and often spontaneously joyous.

We are all wired for growth and healing, and have a deep desire to be seen and known. Sometimes, what we encounter in life overwhelms us and we are unable to flourish, or even cope. Through the experience of feeling safe and supported, crisis and suffering provide opportunities to awaken extraordinary capacities within us that may otherwise remain inaccessible. Together we can address a variety of difficulties that may contribute to your sense of feeling overwhelmed, stuck and unable to move forward in life. Whatever challenges bring you here, I commit to supporting your inherent capacity to heal and to thrive.

Hi, I'm vania (pronouns she/her) and I provide support to women and the transitions in their lives. I am a warm, friendly and attentive psychotherapist who strives to have your voice heard. Primarily, my focus is on reproductive, perinatal and parenting concerns and I also have extensive abuse and trauma therapy experience. By listening with empathy and no judgement, I work with you to create space to explore your situation and facilitate a path to healing. It is my goal to help women in their journey towards a life with resilience. I have your wellbeing in mind so that you can live the life you love.

I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.

Counselling & Hypnotherapy Services....having worked as a college career counsellor for over 10 years, I understand the effects that life’s stresses can have on your self-confidence, your personal/professional relationships, your work performance and academic success. I believe in taking a holistic approach to helping you manage your professional & personal life and empowering you with the tools for self-management into the future. My counselling specialty is managing anxiety ... in particular, personal, work & academic related stresses. I incorporate talk therapy & if you prefer, hypnosis in our sessions if it will benefit you.

Parenting is hard. Being a child/youth can be hard too. Looking to balance out your family's needs? Hoping to improve parent/child communication? Thinking about how you can enhance your family's overall mental health? Consider how therapy can support your family in moving towards positive change. A non-judgmental and outside perspective can help your family really listen to each other, consider differing perspectives in a new way, and offer unique strategies to direct you towards your goals. Please reach out today to start this journey.