Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Campbellford, ON

Have you suffered trauma and wonder if it’s possible to heal? Are you anxious and worried, struggling to cope? Do you push people away before they hurt you? Or chase after someone, terrified to lose them? Do you question your worth, sure that you will never be enough? Have you ever wondered “is there hope for me”? YES! There is hope! It is possible to heal, to learn how to have healthier relationships, to feel good about yourself instead of feeling bad. You can learn how to manage emotions so that anxiety doesn’t stop you from doing things you want to do. You CAN gain more control of your life and emotions and feel more confident!

As humans we want to know we have a purpose, strengths, love and relationships. When these ideas are shaken up it can be challenging to move forward. Working with me as your Therapist can renew your sense of meeting your own needs. Feeling safe, and supported is a fundamental need and if you aren’t feeling that I can help bring that in to your life. You don’t need to know what help you need to visit me; we can find and explore that together.

Empathy and curiosity are two qualities I will use as I listen to your story. Together we will learn, explore and figure out a way forward. I have a genuine desire to help you find fulfillment, define purpose, enhance well-being and live your best life. Common reasons people may see me are for depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, interpersonal/relationship concerns and career and life transitions. More recently I have begun learning about climate and global issues anxiety as well as issues related to high performers. I practice from an emotion focused approach and work primarily with young adults and adults.

I work alongside adults looking for relief from new stressors or long-standing challenges. My specializations include psychological trauma/PTSD and addiction. I also help folks who are experiencing life transitions, abuse, or general mental health concerns. In addition to client work, I offer consultation to mental health professionals to help address their concerns and make reasoned ethical and clinical decisions in their practice.

If you're feeling disconnected, distracted, and detached from your life, it may be time to look at why. Why can't I connect, why am I not able to just "get over" my past, or why does it all feel so meaningless? Maybe there are other questions, like “what am I doing with my life” or “who do I want to be?”. It’s okay to take time that's just for you, to look at your life and see both the big picture and explore the often overlooked details. With the right support, you can feel more present, connected, and in control of your life.

Are you experiencing relationship difficulties? Or do you want to be proactive with your relationship and build a strong emotional connection before there are issues? Whether you attend alone, or as a couple, I welcome the opportunity to work with you in a non-judgmental and collaborative way. I also have a strong understanding of depression and anxiety, if you find yourself struggling with your mental health. You don't have to go through it alone. Perhaps you have ADHD and would like some support and skills to make life a bit easier. We can make life more manageable together.

In our life journeys, we often face challenges that keep us stuck in unhelpful thoughts, emotions, or behaviours. Past experiences and beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world can hinder our enjoyment of the present and our ability to envision a better future. Although we desire change, knowing how to achieve it can be uncertain. As a psychotherapist, my role is to facilitate your journey, providing guidance to overcome emotional and psychological roadblocks and empowering you to reach your personal goals.

As a trauma-informed psychotherapist and rehabilitation therapist, I understand the impact that stress, anxiety, grief and loss can have on individuals and families. These impacts run deep and can often affect our mind, body, and spirit including our relationships and self-esteem. I have worked with children, teenagers, adults, couples and families and I believe that every individual has the capacity to heal, grow and develop resiliency. I prioritize the strength of our therapeutic alliance and collaborate from a socially and culturally sensitive lens.

When we avoid what we need to face, we suffer the symptoms that bring us to therapy. We are wired to bear the pain of real life, but our psychological suffering can be unboreable. Sigmund Freud called psychotherapy “a cure through love” and I truly believe in this. The wounds that accrued in a relationship must be healed in a relationship. A relationship where the therapist doesn’t talk “at us” but “with us.” I believe all individuals can develop into mature, fully realized adults. However, inner or outer obstacles can make this path difficult. My role has always been to support my clients to remove these obstacles.

Many people experience difficulty managing their emotions or feel “stuck” in life. Collaboratively, we will work together towards meaningful change. My approach is informed by Emotion-Focused, Cognitive-Behavioural, and Acceptance and Commitment therapies. I provide therapy to teens and adults, with particular expertise in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma/abuse.

My focus is to support children, adolescents, young adults, and parents in their own mental health journey. My clients aim to understand their own moods, address challenges in school/university, learn new ways to handle conflicts, regulate emotions, process traumatic events, make sense of their own journey and attain a stronger sense of self. Parents gain a deeper understanding of themselves and acquire new patterns of communication.

Marissa brings extensive experience working with clients where the concern is mental health and/or various life transitions. Marissa believes in using an anti-oppressive and culturally sensitive lens when working with clients to ensure a holistic and inclusive approach. Equipped with a Bachelor's and Master’s degree in Social Work, Marissa also has experience in solution focussed therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, narrative therapy and anti-Black racism.

Are you a parent struggling to manage your child’s big feelings or perhaps your own roller-coaster of emotions? Do you struggle with issues around anxiety, depression or managing symptoms of ADHD? There is so much information online, it can get overwhelming and leave you feeling stuck. As a registered social worker, I can help you make sense of it all. My experience as a therapist working with adults and children in multiple countries, providing support for families of gifted children, and leading an adoption support group has led me to approach therapy from a culturally sensitive lens and strength-based perspective.

Welcome to Therapy Heals! As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for self-exploration and healing. My client-centered, strength-based, and culturally sensitive approach focuses on providing my clients the means to better understand themselves and their experiences. I work collaboratively with each client, tailoring treatment to their unique needs. My work involves exploration of thoughts, feelings, patterns, and ways of relating to others, as well as building strength, resiliency, and skills to navigate through difficult times and reach desired goals.

I value and respect the vulnerability and openness that it takes to reach out for help. I am committed to supporting your pursuit of improved mental health by encouraging healing, growth, and empowerment in a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you feel respected, seen, and heard. My areas of focus include perinatal and postpartum mental health, fertility challenges, eating disorders, disordered eating, body image, trauma, stress management, self-esteem, identity, anxiety, depression, transitions, and relationships.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.