Therapists in N6A

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.

Currently accepting new clients (in-person and online). Welcome! As a parent, do you wonder how best to support the emotional needs of your teen or how to get them to open up to you? Do you dream of a closer, deeper relationship with your teen but you aren’t sure how to get there when it feels like they’re pushing you away? If your teen is experiencing difficulties in relationships with friends or family members, emotions that feel overwhelming or out of control, or difficulty making healthy decisions, let's talk about how I can help.

It's painful watching your child struggle, be disconnected, or lost in their day to day. Is there constant arguing or impulsive behaviours at home or school? Is your family simply going through a change, and you're not sure the best way to support your child through this? We can work together to empower and nurture your child's strengths, let them further discover themselves and add positive coping skill/behaviours to express their emotions in a safe and healthy way. If you are feeling stuck or settled in areas of your life? Struggling with anxiety, depression and self worth? Roadblocks in your relationships or career?

If you're seeking support or guidance on your journey, you're not alone. I have had the privilege of walking alongside adolescents, young adults, and families through life's difficulties. I specialize in helping people struggling with anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I offer compassionate guidance for communication hurdles, parenting challenges, and navigating separation/divorce. I help empower individuals, equipping them with the resilience and tools needed to effectively manage work stress and navigate conflicts with confidence and grace. My approach is rooted in building trust and fostering genuine connections.

Have you been working the same 9-5 job for the last ten years and getting the same pay? Do you dread to get up in the morning and wish you could just go back to bed?  Are you wanting to become an entrepreneur and create your own path? Do you feel stuck or need guidance in your career? Do you feel like you can never give a 100% to any area of your life? Do you feel exhausted by the time you come home from work and finish all your tasks & commitments to the family?

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.

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."

Sometimes men are great at pretending everything's fine – even when life is falling apart. Trying to carry the weight of the world all by yourself is a sure path to depression, anger issues, self-medicating, lashing out, and increased stress and physical symptoms. Whether you're trying to figure out what your partner wants (what does she mean by "communicate better" anyway?), or you're needing to talk through personal, work, or family issues, I can help you get to a better place. If you're worried that you're the only one, don't. There is literally nothing you can tell me that I haven't heard or worked with before.

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.

If you are experiencing grief, life transitions, trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, loneliness and other types of emotional distress or seeking a safe place to explore your concerns around sexuality, gender or spirituality, I hope you will reach out. Together we can get to know the various parts of you that are struggling and find out what you need for self understanding, resilient coping, self compassion, curiosity, calm, access to your creativity and helping you move from survival to thriving.

At certain times in our lives, we may feel like we are stuck. We struggle with maintaining our relationships at home or work, have difficulty meeting deadlines, or are unable to deal with the emotions of what is happening in the world. Counselling is a way to work through these issues. Here are a few other reasons why individuals and couples may seek counselling: reduced emotional and physical connection due to strained communication and increased conflict, infidelity, workplace conflict/bullying, recent separation or divorce, and an inability to find a suitable partner. These situations can cause immense pain.

Mental wellness is a significant component of our overall health. My goal in therapy is to create a space which allows you to engage in thoughtful reflection on your experiences, fears and various parts of yourself. I recognize and value each person’s unique capacity to make meaningful and lasting changes in their life. I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and living a life that is happier and more satisfying.

Making the decision to begin therapy can be a life altering decision. Tessa believes that finding the right fit is the most integral part of the process. Tessa wants to ensure you have customized and individualized treatment plans that suit you best. She spends time in the first few sessions assessing needs and creating this plan with you in a collaborative way. Tessa would consider herself a natural, straightforward, open and easy going therapist who finds a way to connect this with evidence-based practices for the best results.

I am currently not accepting new clients. You have taken a great step forward in seeking support. I view therapy as a very collaborative process. My goal is to be empathetic, engaging, and to provide a comfortable framework for you to explore the emotions, choices and relationships that are most important to you. Together we will develop a treatment plan that best meets your needs. My therapeutic approach is warm and non-judgmental, which I balance with direct and open conversation. I am driven in my work to empower people to discover and enhance their personal strengths, and use these skills to reach their goals.

Welcome to Chandler Counselling & Consulting and congratulations on taking the first step toward bettering your life. I look forward to developing a treatment plan based on your individual needs. I have been working for the past twenty years alongside individuals wanting to improve their well-being and escape the hold of anxiety, trauma, and depression. My work has been centred around attachment, trauma, and the work that can be done when we focus our attention on the relationships that matter to the individual served. Every individual is different and I pride myself on recognizing each client's unique needs.

Are you searching for a compassionate therapist who understands the unique intersection of faith and mental health? Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or haunted by past traumas? Do you long for a therapist who not only understands your struggles but also offers a path to healing rooted in faith? My heartfelt mission is to walk alongside you as you discover hope, healing, and purpose through your Christian faith. I firmly believe that God's boundless love and grace are at the heart of our journey toward healing and transformation. Together, we'll embark on a deeply personal exploration of

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.

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.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with 10 years of experience providing counselling, training, and group therapy to a diverse adult population. During this time I have witnessed how difficult, and yet relieving, it can be to take those first steps to seek help. I've seen the self-doubt, suffering and pain that comes from unexpected and challenging situations life presents us. As your therapist I will provide a warm, authentic, and encouraging space to be curious about what is causing you to suffer and ways to help you live a more meaningful and rich life.