Therapists in N6A

Hey, I'm Amie and I am actively accepting new clients! I am a Registered Psychotherapist & Sex Therapist who provides VIRTUAL psychotherapy to clients across Ontario. To get started, book a free consultation at my Calendly link and let's get started on finding joy in your story!

Tina J. Smith & Associates supports the "whole family" (children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, and families). It is our passion to help restore hope and healing by walking a journey alongside you. Everyone is faced with suffering in their life, and "at times" this suffering seems overwhelming. Counselling and psychotherapy provide an opportunity to gain insight, tools, and treatment toward restoration and healing. We believe hope and healing are greater when individuals, couples, and families receive care and support from our specialized therapists from within our "family team."

There’s a lot that holds us back from trying therapy. We may think we need a serious problem to see a therapist. But therapy is for everyone. Because, as humans, we experience sadness, stress, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation. The only qualification to go to therapy is to be human. You may ask, why not talk to a friend? Because friends aren’t properly trained to listen. As you attend therapy, patterns and insights begin to emerge, old wounds open up, and traumas are acknowledged. Going to therapy is a sign of sanity, a commitment to your mental health and a better future.

My goal is to be accountable to you for the change you want. Psychotherapy should move you forward. We'll discuss your goals, how you would know if you were improving and what prevents you from living the life you want. I support couples, families, and individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and other challenges.

I want to understand the intricate details of your life that make you uniquely you and would be honoured to facilitate the process of your self discovery and healing.

I understand and acknowledge the feeling of overwhelm and discomfort that some may have towards therapy. This understanding enables me to be genuine and intentional within my work. I enter each relationship with new energy, focusing our time on your unique goals. I believe in the philosophy that we are innately pulled towards health; therefore, I believe in your capacity to move towards a healthier and happier version of yourself.

Beginning your search for a therapist is a big step -  I am here to walk alongside and understand you. I am client focused and strive to provide a safe and non judgmental place to work through your experiences. I hope to help you feel empowered, understood and heard. Although it can feel overwhelming, talking through challenges can help reduce unwanted feelings. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, transitions, trauma, attachment, or some difficult life event? I am here to help, understand how you are living and to help provide some relief as you move forward in your life.

Often it is difficult to prioritize our needs and reach out for help when we are struggling. I can understand that taking the first step towards seeking support is not always easy. I can provide a safe non judgmental space to all my clients. I take my time in completing the intake process and listen to all your needs. I can offer 90 minute sessions as I understand that 1 hour is usually not enough to share all about your issues and build rapport with someone you are meeting for the first time. I hold my clients' hands through this process so they can trust me to help and support them.

We all go through rough spots in life where we can benefit from time to reflect. These times can also be an opportunity to understand ourselves better, and make sense of harmful patterns. Throughout life, we develop thought and behaviour patterns in our response to stress, in our relationships, and in our daily habits. With effective tools and strategies, we can make sense of them, and let them go. This opens us up to a more authentic and healthy life.

Let’s figure out what is holding you back and how to move forward in celebrating who you are. We all have parts of ourselves we wish were different, parts of ourselves we are ashamed of or perhaps sad or angry with. Sometimes we start to shape our understanding of ourselves through a narrative that is focused on these parts. My approach is one that uses curiosity to explore, understand and appreciate our unique story. Stories are ways in which we explain and understand our experiences. As your therapist, I will walk alongside you on your journey of exploring your story, rediscovering self and re-writing your story that you value.

Do you ever wonder why you struggle to feel happy? Or notice feelings of resentment? Do you feel overwhelmed with roles, responsibilities, and a to-do list? And underwhelmed with life? You want to feel grateful for what you have. You want to make yourself a priority, but somehow, what you want doesn't seem to matter. You are not alone. Managing self-care, the dynamics of relationships, parenting, and a professional life can easily feel out of balance. Add medical stress, a child with special needs, co-parenting challenges, and/or workplace stress. Perhaps you notice anxiety, fear, or repetitive patterns that you long to change.

If you find yourself struggling with the lingering effects of trauma and seeking to understand how it manifests in your present life, you're in the right place. I believe in the innate capacity for healing within each of us, but sometimes our protective parts can get in the way of that healing. Whether you are new to therapy or have done this before, my goal is to meet you where you are and provide a safe, nurturing environment to cultivate healing, growth, and empowerment.

New to counselling ? Looking for someone to connect with ? Struggling with depression, anxiety, life stressors, self-esteem, PTSD, or more? You have come to the right place! Psychotherapy can provide a wide range of benefits such as emotional and psychological well-being, positive changes in the brain and body, and addressing those mental health struggles that have become too much to handle on your own. Connect with me for a in person session at Phillips and Associates Psychotherapy or we can chat virtually as well. We have all been in a place where we need to reach out for help, this is your first step!

Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, unable to access a version of you that feels trapped within? You are not alone. Specializing in facilitating growth in adolescents and adults, I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or depression stemming from self-worth concerns, past hurtful experiences, or obsessive thoughts and behaviours. Wounds from hurtful experiences can significantly impact how we perceive ourselves, the world, and others. These wounds may prevent you from living a life aligned with your true wants and values.

HELLO and WELCOME: Let's spend some time focusing on your needs. I will balance listening to your experiences, thoughts, and emotions with the introduction of exercises and techniques (often somatic or compassion-based) that will shift self-critical thoughts to self-compassion, build confidence, reduce stress and anxiety, bring ease to your mind, and soothe your autonomic nervous system. As an experienced therapist, I will empower, support, and guide you as you create positive and lasting change in your life. Clients report feeling understood and hopeful after the first session.

I am a Clinic Director and Psychotherapist, highly experienced in Canada and abroad, in providing individualized care for a variety of mental issues and illnesses. An ideal client would be someone who is willing to put in the work to take a step towards change. Yet, you may not be ready for change, either way therapy is a safe form to find out. I want to help clients achieve their mental health goals through empowerment, awareness, acceptance and healing, with the use scientifically-based techniques that have been proven to be highly effective. You'll acquire the necessary tools to achieve a mind-body-soul approach to health.

Have you been feeling stuck lately? Like you're not quite yourself anymore and have been going through a tough time? Maybe some experiences from your past have been effecting your present life and you're finding it hard to make changes. Trying to make changes before putting your past to rest will leave you exhausted and running in circles. Through a process that is designed to be fun, light-hearted, and efficient, I leverage neuroplasticity and memory reconsolidation to make therapy painless, easy, and permanently effective.

We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.

People often seek out therapy to work on their problems when really, it's their solutions that are no longer working. Does this sound familiar? As a skilled therapist, I will partner with you to clarify what is important and help you design creative, meaningful and lasting change in your life. In our work together, you will notice that I am very encouraging, and I will challenge you when you look like you could use it. Together we will create a space where you can bravely experience the sometimes-uncomfortable feelings that come with personal growth.