Collingwood
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Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
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Esther Kalaba

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP

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Collingwood, ON L9Y
(226) 784-5373
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I help you get out of your mind… and into your body ;) Your body is where your memories/emotions are stored AND where healing longstanding stress patterns happens… so we might as well begin there. I specialize working with people who have complex trauma, grief, and anxiety/burnout. I have over 25 years of experience working in mental health and natural health. I offer a holistic approach (mind/body/spirit) to mental health and give you tools that work to help you shift your long seated patterns. I run my signature therapy group: Emotional Literacy to help you learn from your emotions, rather than being dominated by them.
I am trained as an art therapist, psychotherapist, somatic therapist, breathwork practitioner and a herbalist, combining eastern and western philosophies in my healing approach. With couples I use a method called Dialogue Therapy that can be done online or in person. I have created a the Beat + Breath method, to train your mind to be calm and focused.
If you are ready to get to the root of your issues and go deep, please reach out. Burnout, stress, anxiety, trauma are real and if not addressed have far reaching consequences on your relationships, self esteem, energy levels and capacity to feel good in your own skin. The good news is... you can do something about it AND you are not alone.
Call or Esther Kalaba now for a free 15 minute consultation - (226) 784-5373

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Collingwood, ON L9Y

(226) 784-5373

The SEED lodge

Meaford, ON N4L

I am currently offering individual sessions online, and in-person group sessions and retreats at the SEED lodge, in Rocklyn, Ontario.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Grief 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (226) 784-5373
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Collingwood, ON L9Y

(226) 784-5373

The SEED lodge

Meaford, ON N4L

I am currently offering individual sessions online, and in-person group sessions and retreats at the SEED lodge, in Rocklyn, Ontario.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Grief 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer

Insurance

  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Desjardins
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Johnson
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You can contact your insurance company to find out if you are covered for psychotherapy services.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373
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You can contact your insurance company to find out if you are covered for psychotherapy services.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 15815 Esther Kalaba

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 18 years
  • Attended Concordia University, MA, Graduated 2010

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: Ordres des Psychologues de Quebec Psychotherapy Permit 61495.15 / 2015
  • Certificate from Kundalini Yoga Research Institute Level 2 Yoga Teaching Certification 2015
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I am a licensed psychotherapist in the province of Ontario & Quebec with close to 20 years of clinical experience. I do trauma therapy using a somatic approach and practice Dialogue Therapy with couples. I incorporate breathing techniques, creative arts, mindfulness & herbal medicine in my practice.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373
"
I am a licensed psychotherapist in the province of Ontario & Quebec with close to 20 years of clinical experience. I do trauma therapy using a somatic approach and practice Dialogue Therapy with couples. I incorporate breathing techniques, creative arts, mindfulness & herbal medicine in my practice.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Grief

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Infertility
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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I work with people who have experienced all types of trauma, whether recent or childhood, as well anxiety/burnout and grief. During our sessions we work to understand how those memories are encoded in the nervous system and what kind of patterns you enact when you feel triggered. Through mindfulness, I help you shift some of those patterns on a cellular level, so that your stress response shifts.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373
"
I work with people who have experienced all types of trauma, whether recent or childhood, as well anxiety/burnout and grief. During our sessions we work to understand how those memories are encoded in the nervous system and what kind of patterns you enact when you feel triggered. Through mindfulness, I help you shift some of those patterns on a cellular level, so that your stress response shifts.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

I also speak

Bosnian , 
French

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

I also speak

Bosnian , 
French

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Dance Movement Therapy
  • Energy Psychology
  • Humanistic
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Somatic psychotherapy
  • Trauma Focused
  • Yoga and Breathwork Specialist
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I have been trained in many different treatment modalities however I work in a client centred way, meaning I work with you to achieve your goals in whatever way you choose. The first session helps us get clear on your goals and your history. Working in a somatic (body-centred) way means we listen to what you feel in your body, and learn how to work with those sensations during a stressful event.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373
"
I have been trained in many different treatment modalities however I work in a client centred way, meaning I work with you to achieve your goals in whatever way you choose. The first session helps us get clear on your goals and your history. Working in a somatic (body-centred) way means we listen to what you feel in your body, and learn how to work with those sensations during a stressful event.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 784-5373

Groups

Begin with Breath: Learn to breathe.

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Hosted by
Esther Kalaba

Did you know that proper breathing is essential for your psychological and physical health and well-being? Breath by breath you can be in charge of your thoughts and emotions naturally, have clarity, focus, and enough energy to sustain your days. Breathing well is literally one of the simplest and cheapest ways to positively influence your wellbeing. During this 5 week course you will learn the five basic breaths, connect to your body, and have a tool box of practices to go to in times of stress. Trauma informed teaching.

Expertise

Addiction
Anxiety
Depression

Types of Therapy

Trauma Focused

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50

Group Meets

Every Mon 7:30 P.M. - 9 P.M.

Location

Online Live on Zoom

Meaford, ON N4L

Email Esther Kalaba about this group or call - (226) 784-5373

Location

Primary Location

Collingwood, ON L9Y

(226) 784-5373

Email me

My website

Additional Location

The SEED lodge

Meaford, ON N4L

(226) 784-5373

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

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I am currently offering individual sessions online, and in-person group sessions and retreats at the SEED lodge, in Rocklyn, Ontario.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 784-5373
"
I am currently offering individual sessions online, and in-person group sessions and retreats at the SEED lodge, in Rocklyn, Ontario.
Photo of Esther Kalaba, Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Esther Kalaba
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 784-5373