Culturally Sensitive Therapists in The Blue Mountains, ON

My counselling focus and expertise support individuals with a disability, chronic illness, or disease and those in caregiving roles. Also, individuals who are struggling with grief, loss, death, dying or trauma, including moral injury or PTSD.

I am aware of how social and structural systems affect our mood, capacity, self-esteem, and emotional and physical well-being. My approach is one of deep engagement and inclusion; I acknowledge differences in order to understand the complex challenges of navigating a world that can often be dehumanizing. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, workplace stress, intrusive thoughts, and grief. If you are a couple challenged with poor communication, lack of trust and co-dependency, I provide strategies to improve relational breakdown and increase relationship satisfaction.

I am a registered Marital and Family Therapist with CAMFT and am a certified sex therapist (www.bestco.info). I work with individuals couples and families. My specialties are also in separation and divorce, grief, life transitions as well as couple and sexual issues.

Finding the right support for life challenges can be stressful and discouraging. I provide a non-judgemental and safe space in which you and I can work together towards your desired outcomes. With over 14 years of nursing experience and my social work background, I am in a unique position of being able to provide a truly holistic approach to therapy. I foster a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship to address concerns that are specific to each client. My approach focuses on developing life skills, building strengths and positive coping skills.

I am an experienced Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist with a career spanning over 37 years. My dedication to helping individuals, couples and families navigate their mental health and well-being has made me a trusted source of support for diverse patient populations. My career has been particularly driven by my commitment to understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals with psychological and psychiatric conditions, first responders, and their families, making me a valuable resource in their healing journey. I rely on evidence-based methodologies and offer a diverse range of therapeutic approaches.

Need an experienced caring professional to support you through life's challenges? My name is Brittany and I want to work with you in achieving your goal to make life better. I work with diverse clients including children, teens and adults specializing in mental health, family and relationship challenges and coping through life transitions. Therapy sessions are collaborative, focused on working together to create helpful and practical coping strategies.

We all know life can have its up's and down's. I am here to help you deal with some of the more challenging times. I am a caring and compassionate therapist who is here to listen. I am also here to help you develop positive strategies that are focused on your goals. This ensures that you come away feeling like you are making change and healing happens in your life. I am also open minded and non-judgmental.

I work with people of all ages, including children and youth as well as adults and seniors who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, body image, relationships, sexuality, grief, loss, life changes, spirituality, disconnectedness among other issues. I believe that the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and each other, is personal healing.

We are a team of dedicated & qualified therapists offering comprehensive mental health services to individuals, couples & kids at a range of fees. Our team of Registered Psychotherapists & Registered Social Workers, is experienced in working with diverse populations, ranging from children, youth & teens to adults, couples & individuals. We believe in building a strong therapeutic alliance with our clients, working together towards lasting change. Our therapists provide compassionate support, helping you gain insights and develop the necessary skills to enhance your well-being.

If you have been having a difficult time lately and are struggling with handling your emotions, are in the midst of a life transition or feeling of lack of support in your life or are interested in healing your relationship issues. Please take comfort in knowing that you are not alone. Psychotherapy can help alleviate stressors, triggers, traumas, help you understand yourself better, teach you healthy coping mechanisms and skills. As well enhance your life, reach your goals and empower yourself.

I am accepting new clients for counselling and for my FREE Trauma Recovery Group on Tuesday nights. I offer compassionate therapy for trauma, grief, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual orientation, serious mental health issues, dissociation, chronic pain, concussions, childhood abuse, relocation issues, sleep, anger or anything else. Everyone gets stuck from time to time. You don't have to be alone any more. I will adapt my style to your individual needs. I believe that behind your struggles is an astonishing ability to find hope, healing, strength, creativity, connection and fulfillment.

Your mind is constantly telling you that you need to do more, but it's hard just to get out of bed in the morning. Chronic pain makes everyday tasks really hard. Everyone around you seems normal and you wonder how they have it all together. Maybe family and friends are supportive, but you worry about being a burden. Or maybe your life is good on paper and nobody sees your struggles, nobody sees your pain. As someone who has lived with chronic pain and anxiety, I know how hard life can get. I understand how isolating it can all be.

Are you struggling right now? Adulting feeling like too much? Are you sitting in front of your computer wondering what the heck to do next? Do you feel like you just aren’t the parent, partner, friend, or colleague you strive to be? You're feeling down in the dumps and anxious about the future. Your brain is making it hard to thrive in your career and relationships. Ruminating on what could have been "if", or what happened "when". Wondering how to make sure your future is brighter, healthier, and more satisfying? You know this isn’t what you want, and maybe you'e not sure how to get to what you need. Yup. I get it...

As a social worker/psychotherapist, I am known for my integrity, compassion, and warmth. I have 14 years of extensive clinical practice supporting individuals who have endured past and present traumatic and hurtful life experiences. I guide individuals out of painful emotions, thoughts, and somatic reactions by creatively combining therapies like EMDR, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and interventions that heal distressing cognitive, emotional, and behavioural patterns. My goal as a clinician is to provide relief and the experience of wellness to all the individuals I work with, as each person deserves to experience inner peace.

Reaching out for help takes courage. Instead of asking, "What's wrong with you?" I prefer to ask, "What happened and how can I empower you to heal?" I am dedicated to providing person-centered and trauma-informed therapies rooted in science. I firmly believe that you are the expert in your life and experiences, and it is my responsibility to support and guide you towards healing. I will collaborate with you to develop personalized and comprehensive treatments that respect and address your needs and circumstances. Together, we can attain your short- and long-term goals and help you feel empowered and deserving of healing.

Accepting new clients virtually - - Anxiety, Panic, Overwhelm, Chronic Stress - These experiences can make you feel helpless & alone. I am passionate about helping people understand how anxiety & mood issues operate and how to begin to heal. Having provided counselling for over 10 years, my priority is to create a space that is welcoming & safe so that you feel able & willing to explore your concerns & challenges. I strive to understand you for the unique person that you are. I believe all humans are experts in their own lives & that the therapeutic process can allow movement towards better balance, well being & overall health.

Hello. I am an open, warm, progressively minded person dedicated to walk with others on their journey to self-improvement, self-discovery and healing. I know deeply how much courage it takes to explore ourselves and I walk the walk myself. I address clients with a spectrum of challenges including struggle with self-confidence, in relationships, anxiety, depression, addiction and on. I encourage you to schedule a consultation and we can see if we are a good fit:)

Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Do you have low self-esteem or low self confidence? Do you feel as though you've lost yourself? I offer a therapy space where you can be yourself, a place that welcomes you as you are, in all your true colours, with your raw & unedited thoughts & emotions. Whatever you're experiencing, you're not alone. Together, we can navigate your current circumstances and find healthier coping mechanisms to move you towards your goals.