Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Sarnia, ON

I have over 25 years of expertise working in the field of mental health and addiction. For 16 years I worked at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) as a therapist and education specialist. I understand that dealing with difficult emotions and making changes can feel overwhelming at times. My passion is to help individuals learn lifelong skills that will allow them to navigate challenging situations, better understand and strengthen their mental health, and increase their resiliency and ability to thrive in their daily life.

Life’s transitions – they can be the most exciting and the hardest thing for individuals and families to go through. Starting a new job or school year, having a baby, losing a loved one, losing a pet, divorce, dealing with the daily pressures of society can all be overwhelming to manage on your own. Has a recent change in your life been causing increased anxiety, stress, fear or depression? Is your mood affecting your self esteem, relationships, or habits? Life is full of transitions yet few of us have truly learned all the tools available to ground ourselves and feel safe and secure as we navigate through them.

I am accepting new clients. I have over 15 years of experience as a social worker working with individuals, couples and families. In my sessions I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can freely share their stories and experiences without fear of criticism or rejection. Outside of my practice I am a mom of 4 and partner to my husband of 16 years. I understand first hand that life is not always easy, it can be messy and complicated and we can benefit at times from having another person walk alongside us.

If you have experienced anxiety, depression and/or chronic pain you know it can impact all areas of day to day living. I am a therapist with 22 years of experience in Community Mental Health and 9 years experience in a Nurse Practitioner led Chronic Pain Program. I am trained and experienced in offering Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Chronic Pain Management approaches. My goal is to help reduce your suffering by giving you strategies and tools that can be used even after therapy has ended.

Accepting New Clients! We can do hard things. Sometimes we just need a little help along the way. I have over 10 years experience working as a Registered Social Worker supporting individuals, couples and families, experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and perinatal mental health disorders. If you are struggling to navigate life transitions, experiencing concerns with your mental health or are in need of a safe space to process and regulate your emotions, I am ready to support you on your unique path to wellness.

I have always been inspired by those who help others which led me to pursue a career in mental health. I completed my Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Waterloo, and Master of Social Work at Western University and I am registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. What I value most about the therapeutic process is the mutual collaboration with clients.

With over a decade of experience within the field, it is my true passion to work with adolescents, adults and families. I have a diverse background, but specialize in difficult life transitions, anxiety/mental health, trauma/PTSD, addiction and emotional regulation difficulties. I offer a trusting therapeutic, safe and confidential virtual space by phone/video to promote vulnerability which leads to interpersonal goals and growth. I practice traditional methods of therapy such as psychotherapy, DBT, CBT, ACT, solution focused, evidence based, and trauma informed care.

I am passionate about building hope and resilience in all who struggle. I bring 30 years of front line emergency services experience, 30 years as a crisis responder and 20 years as a college professor to my current role as a psychotherapist. I have successfully supported people from all walks of life, with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, in addition to occupational stress injuries, with an emphasis on post-traumatic growth. I offer in person, virtual appointments (with Doxy.me; No download or software required) and phone sessions.

My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.

As a Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Registered Marriage and Family Therapist & Supervisor (RMFT-S), and Certified Cognitive Behaviour Therapists (CBT cert), I treat individuals, couples and families (including families affected by estrangement), provide supervision and consultation for in-process and independently practicing therapists, and consult with mental health organizations. In addition to Family Systems Therapy, I offer the following models of therapy, ACT, Attachment Focused, CFT, Schema Focused, Beckian CBT & MBCT, DBT, IFST, SFBT, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, VRT, and Life Coaching using the ACT Matrix Model.

As a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFT) and a Registered Psychotherapist (RP), I am extensively prepared (and practiced) to work with individuals, couples, and families. I consider symptoms from an individual’s psychology as well as systematically and contextually from a relational perspective. I am always in awe of the effectiveness of MFT models, even with longstanding individual and family issues. I commonly work with client’s impacted by a variety of clinical issues, including mood and anxiety disorders, parenting issues, relationship problems, substance abuse, workplace issues and more.

Welcome - I’m so glad you’re here. I've been privileged to work with children, adults and families in various settings for over 15 years. I believe everyone deserves to be heard and seen, even if that’s not been their past lived experience. I bring a gentle, trauma informed perspective to my work and I see our time together as a collaborative journey where we explore thoughts, emotions and beliefs in a safe and non judgemental space. Part of working with me can also include broker/advocacy work; meaning I can help you navigate the many complexities in our social and community service system (ie, health care, school system, etc).

Navigating life's challenges, whether it's trauma, transitions, a diagnosis, or simply needing someone to listen, could feel overwhelming and lonely. As someone who has faced similar , I understand firsthand the emotional toll it can take. I'm dedicated to providing a safe and non-judgmental space where clients of all backgrounds, including neurodivergent individuals, can feel seen and supported. With nearly nine years of experience, I believe in the power of empathy, kindness, and cultural sensitivity to facilitate healing.

Currently No Waitlist! Local to Sarnia and Petrolia, we are an expanding team of ten Social Workers offering in-person Counselling and Neurofeedback Brain Training Services (all ages). We have an office in Point Edward, as well as Petrolia. Each therapist is qualified to treat a variety of presenting issues and populations. We know that finding the right therapist can feel challenging. Connect with us and we will help match you with a therapist! Please head to our website homepage to view our Welcome Video!

Many of my clients feel lost or stuck in their lives. They often feel troubled by their relationships, work situations, unmet dreams, and transitions into different stages of life. Our culture does not offer many forums for authentic exploration of life's challenges. My work supports you in exploring the underlying causes of such feelings as anxiety, depression, fear, emptiness, despair, resentment, anger.

Please check junk mail for responses* I currently work with individuals, couples and kids ages 9 and up work through presenting concerns such as relational, conflict, mental health, communication and problem solving among others. I work closely with clients to honour and validate their goals for therapy and work collaboratively to create a treatment plan that works towards the clients unique goals. I work to ensure my clients feel heard and validated. I work to treat every client with equality and respect. I always honour that the client is the expert of their own life and or relationship.

During sessions, I strive to meet you where you are at in your journey. We will work together to create a unique treatment plan that best suits you, helping you achieve your goal. I use a variety of modalities that focus on helping the body and mind feel safe. When we experience chronic stress, events that were overwhelming or trauma, our bodies can take the toll. My practice focuses on the whole person and looks at various ways of bringing relief to your presenting symptoms.

Accepting new clients: Daytime, Evening and Saturday appointments available. Are you going through changes and need support|? Having difficulty coping, concentrating or dealing with things from your past, present or future?

Many times we find ourselves "stuck in a rut" not knowing how to address our challenges. It looks like we are separated from our goals and we are not sure how to move forward. Seeing a psychotherapist is like the process of crossing the bridge to freedom from "here" to "where you want/need to be". In my practice, I use a holistic treatment approach consisting of: psychotherapy , lifestyle management strategies (sleep, nutrition, physical exercise), building support and at client's request spiritual/ faith-based practice(s).