First Step Men’s Therapy – Oakville Office
Registered Psychotherapist (he, him)
Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Alberta Blue Cross
- Beneva | SSQ
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Chambers Plan
- Desjardins
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Equitable Life of Canada
- First Canadian Health
- First Nations Health Authority
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- iA Financial Group
- Johnson
- Johnston Group
- Manulife
- Maximum Benefit
- Medavie Blue Cross
- Meridian
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- SunLife
- TELUS Health
- Veterans Affairs Canada
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 10600 Adam Gelinas
Registered Psychotherapist: Adam Gelinas
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Relationship Issues
- Addiction
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Video Game Addiction
Client Focus
Age
Participants
Age
Participants
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)
- Christian Counselling
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Gestalt
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Groups
Breaking the Cycle - Moving Past Addiction
Breaking the Cycle is an 8-week therapy group for men who want to overcome unhealthy habits and regain control of their lives. Whether you're struggling with pornography, alcohol, gambling, cannabis, gaming, or other compulsive behaviours, this group combines evidence-based strategies, practical skill-building, and peer support to help you understand the root causes of addiction, manage cravings, and create lasting change. You'll leave with a personalized recovery plan and practical tools to build a healthier, more intentional life.
Expertise
Types of Therapy
Age
Session Cost
Group Meets
Location
710 Dorval Drive
Oakville, ON L6K
The Field Manual - A Pro-Active Model for Growth
The Field Manual is an 8-week men's mental health group designed for men who want to become a stronger version of themselves before life reaches a crisis point. Through practical discussions, evidence-based strategies, and peer support, you'll build skills in emotional awareness, communication, stress management, relationships, confidence, and resilience. Whether you're looking to become a better partner, father, leader, or simply understand yourself more deeply, The Field Manual provides practical tools you can apply immediately to everyday life in a supportive, confidential environment.
Types of Therapy
Age
Session Cost
Group Meets
Location
Burlington, ON L7R
Mastering Emotions - An 8-week guide to Healing
Mastering Emotions is an 8-week therapy group for men who want to better understand and manage their emotions rather than feeling controlled by them. Through practical discussions, evidence-based strategies, and peer support, you'll learn how to recognize emotional triggers, regulate intense emotions, communicate more effectively, and respond with intention instead of reacting impulsively. Whether you struggle with anger, anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional shutdown, this group provides practical tools to help you build resilience, improve your relationships, and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence.
Expertise
Types of Therapy
Age
Session Cost
Group Meets
Location
Mississauga, ON L5N
Location
Additional Location
Burlington, ON L7R
(289) 210-7564Nearby Areas
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