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Thubiha Vairamuthu
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S
Suffering is an eradicable part of life, even as fate and death.
My role is to work alongside you on your personal journey towards the growth you may seek to achieve. Our sessions are your time and dedicated to addressing what you deem important, within the safe and confidential environment of psychotherapy practice. I offer non-judgement and acceptance. I value your autonomy and freedom. I provide the space for you to recognize your truth, and unburden your suffering, as you deserve to be heard and understood . I work from a multi-modality approach and tailor evidence-based techniques to individual client needs.
Suffering is an eradicable part of life, even as fate and death.
My role is to work alongside you on your personal journey towards the growth you may seek to achieve. Our sessions are your time and dedicated to addressing what you deem important, within the safe and confidential environment of psychotherapy practice. I offer non-judgement and acceptance. I value your autonomy and freedom. I provide the space for you to recognize your truth, and unburden your suffering, as you deserve to be heard and understood . I work from a multi-modality approach and tailor evidence-based techniques to individual client needs.
(343) 338-3219 View (343) 338-3219
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Tara Cohen Wellness/OCP
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2B
* Currently accepting new clients* I specialize in working with individuals, families and groups in adjusting to illness, enhancing quality of life up to death, caregiver stress, end of life concerns, and bereavement. I am passionate about facilitating difficult conversations and will support you as you connect with your inherent strength and resilience and make meaning of challenging times. I am a Registered Social Worker and certified mindfulness instructor (MBSR Ottawa, University of Toronto). I offer counselling to individuals (16+), families, and groups.
* Currently accepting new clients* I specialize in working with individuals, families and groups in adjusting to illness, enhancing quality of life up to death, caregiver stress, end of life concerns, and bereavement. I am passionate about facilitating difficult conversations and will support you as you connect with your inherent strength and resilience and make meaning of challenging times. I am a Registered Social Worker and certified mindfulness instructor (MBSR Ottawa, University of Toronto). I offer counselling to individuals (16+), families, and groups.
(613) 801-2721 View (613) 801-2721
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Astrid Couples And Family Counsellor Machalitza
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K
Clients report feelings like sadness, grief, anger, feeling lost, lonely, or overwhelmed.
I feel so unloved, alone, not seen or even neglected by my partner/family. Do you say that? Or: Trust is broken, something feels off and I don't know how to fix it! Or: My child struggles and I don't know how to help! I specialize in couples and family counselling and offer immediate availability to help you to strengthen your relationship. If you're looking to rebuild your connections or navigate conflicts within your relationships with empathy, I am here to support you and your family members every step of the way. Also, if you are newly married or new parents. If you don't want to be alone on this journey, please reach out!
Clients report feelings like sadness, grief, anger, feeling lost, lonely, or overwhelmed.
I feel so unloved, alone, not seen or even neglected by my partner/family. Do you say that? Or: Trust is broken, something feels off and I don't know how to fix it! Or: My child struggles and I don't know how to help! I specialize in couples and family counselling and offer immediate availability to help you to strengthen your relationship. If you're looking to rebuild your connections or navigate conflicts within your relationships with empathy, I am here to support you and your family members every step of the way. Also, if you are newly married or new parents. If you don't want to be alone on this journey, please reach out!
(226) 799-4950 View (226) 799-4950
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Gabriela Dagenais
RN, BSCN
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1N
Welcome to Horizon.Nurse.Therapy. You've come to the right place! If you're navigating really exhausting life transitions right now, I know what you're going through. It sucks! But it doesn't have to stay that way. Whether it's coping with the end of a relationship, a career change, experiencing burnout, or dealing with the loss of a loved one, these circumstances often lead to feelings of anxiety and depression that are difficult to overcome by yourself.
Welcome to Horizon.Nurse.Therapy. You've come to the right place! If you're navigating really exhausting life transitions right now, I know what you're going through. It sucks! But it doesn't have to stay that way. Whether it's coping with the end of a relationship, a career change, experiencing burnout, or dealing with the loss of a loved one, these circumstances often lead to feelings of anxiety and depression that are difficult to overcome by yourself.
(343) 307-8822 View (343) 307-8822
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Attached Kids - Katie Montague
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1M
Waitlist for new clients
Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face.
Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face.
(343) 305-5390 View (343) 305-5390
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Almarine Thomas
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K
I provide individual and family therapy to individuals 14 and older struggling with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, BPD, grief, interpersonal challenges and attachment.
Our experiences shape our emotions, actions and mindset. They can help or hinder a person’s ability to thrive and live with purpose and hope. Are you stuck in distress, hopelessness and survival mode? Are you ready to take steps and learn new skills to live your best life? It is never easy to ask for help. I recognize your courage, faith, and humility in choosing to be an active participant in your healing. My purpose is to care for others. I am here to help you create a safe, transparent, confidential and reflective space to help you on your path towards healing and personal growth.
I provide individual and family therapy to individuals 14 and older struggling with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, BPD, grief, interpersonal challenges and attachment.
Our experiences shape our emotions, actions and mindset. They can help or hinder a person’s ability to thrive and live with purpose and hope. Are you stuck in distress, hopelessness and survival mode? Are you ready to take steps and learn new skills to live your best life? It is never easy to ask for help. I recognize your courage, faith, and humility in choosing to be an active participant in your healing. My purpose is to care for others. I am here to help you create a safe, transparent, confidential and reflective space to help you on your path towards healing and personal growth.
(343) 307-4189 View (343) 307-4189
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Attached Kids - Allyson Kreps
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1M  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am seeing all clients virtually through secure video counselling and I am currently accepting new clients. Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face.
I am seeing all clients virtually through secure video counselling and I am currently accepting new clients. Is your child experiencing frequent worries, difficulty sitting still and paying attention in school, or difficulty making friends? Are you hoping your child will gain new coping strategies to manage difficult emotions? I support children to develop new coping strategies to manage childhood anxiety, ADHD, grief/loss, low self-esteem, big life changes, aggressive behaviour, and other common concerns children face.
(343) 307-0547 View (343) 307-0547
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Ann Smutylo
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2B
I am a Registered Master of Social Work, practicing clinical Psychotherapy. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and seniors treating issues of stress, depression, anger management, workplace issues and burnout, grief and loss, relationship issues, marital/relationship counselling, parenting issues, separation and remarriage support. Life stage transitions and the role of family of origin and of culture in communication and in the perception of situations are a special interest. We handle life with the tools with which we have learned to survive. Therapy helps us to reassess and adjust these coping strategies to our present day context.
I am a Registered Master of Social Work, practicing clinical Psychotherapy. I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and seniors treating issues of stress, depression, anger management, workplace issues and burnout, grief and loss, relationship issues, marital/relationship counselling, parenting issues, separation and remarriage support. Life stage transitions and the role of family of origin and of culture in communication and in the perception of situations are a special interest. We handle life with the tools with which we have learned to survive. Therapy helps us to reassess and adjust these coping strategies to our present day context.
(613) 801-3547 View (613) 801-3547
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Alina Meloyan
Counsellor, MA, CCPA, OAMHP
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2C
Get help building a positive relationship, cultural adaptation, and overcoming grief and loss.
What you can get here: EMPATHY: to understand what you are going through. CONTEXT: Why are you stuck there? GUIDANCe: How to go forward from here. My approach is supportive and nonjudgmental. I use my life and work experience to help families, couples and individuals from diverse, multicultural backgrounds find the best version of themselves and overcome the challenges preventing them from living an abundant life. For more information, please visit alinameloyan.com.
Get help building a positive relationship, cultural adaptation, and overcoming grief and loss.
What you can get here: EMPATHY: to understand what you are going through. CONTEXT: Why are you stuck there? GUIDANCe: How to go forward from here. My approach is supportive and nonjudgmental. I use my life and work experience to help families, couples and individuals from diverse, multicultural backgrounds find the best version of themselves and overcome the challenges preventing them from living an abundant life. For more information, please visit alinameloyan.com.
(819) 449-8507 View (819) 449-8507
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Gabriel Marin
Registered Social Worker, PhD, RSW, MA
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2H  (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed and depressed, hating your job and fighting with a partner or a family that refuses to adopt your views? Do you struggle to be the person you want to be? I offer confidential counselling and I believe in a client-centred approach. I am specialized in the field of memory studies, being interested in how identity is shaped, what are the paths of mental care and how to come to terms with anger, grief and depression. I also welcome immigrants of all nationalities dealing with acculturation, including family crisis, social anxiety and job related stress.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed and depressed, hating your job and fighting with a partner or a family that refuses to adopt your views? Do you struggle to be the person you want to be? I offer confidential counselling and I believe in a client-centred approach. I am specialized in the field of memory studies, being interested in how identity is shaped, what are the paths of mental care and how to come to terms with anger, grief and depression. I also welcome immigrants of all nationalities dealing with acculturation, including family crisis, social anxiety and job related stress.
(613) 707-7723 View (613) 707-7723
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Nate Venema @ Psychotherapy for You
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2E  (Online Only)
Males struggling with anger, addictions, and ambivalence to treatment - Anxiety and depression (including issues related to FASD and addiction) - Phase-of-life changes, grief, and loss - Life stresses, transitions and next steps - Neurodevelopmental issues, academic issues, and ADHD.
I am a Registered Social Worker and a virtual counselor in Ontario. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Psychology, a Master of Education, and a Master of Social Work. I provide strength-based therapy services for children, young adults, individuals, couples, and families using an anti-oppressive, integrated approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. There are so many changes that happen as families grow and develop with the passing years, and I’m here to help with these transitions. For over twenty years I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief
Males struggling with anger, addictions, and ambivalence to treatment - Anxiety and depression (including issues related to FASD and addiction) - Phase-of-life changes, grief, and loss - Life stresses, transitions and next steps - Neurodevelopmental issues, academic issues, and ADHD.
I am a Registered Social Worker and a virtual counselor in Ontario. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Psychology, a Master of Education, and a Master of Social Work. I provide strength-based therapy services for children, young adults, individuals, couples, and families using an anti-oppressive, integrated approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. There are so many changes that happen as families grow and develop with the passing years, and I’m here to help with these transitions. For over twenty years I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief
(343) 805-0202 View (343) 805-0202
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Jennifer Gaudreau Registered Psychotherapist
Counsellor, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1Z
My specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression and those involving domestic violence, separation, grief, criminal injuries, workplace issues, relationship/family, legal problems, post partum, stress, parenting, LGBTTQ+.
Are you looking to feel better? Sometimes the journey to healing can feel overwhelming and a lot like an unsolved puzzle. I am a seasoned Therapist with over 25 years of offering Mental Health and Addictions experience. If you want more awareness about yourself, your struggles and understanding, clarity and emotional peace, then psychotherapy may be what you need. Do you suspect there past events may be holding you back from enjoying your life today? Please call me for initial consultation. Mental Wellness can be found. I work with unique people looking for solutions incl. adults, youth, couples and families, groups public events
My specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression and those involving domestic violence, separation, grief, criminal injuries, workplace issues, relationship/family, legal problems, post partum, stress, parenting, LGBTTQ+.
Are you looking to feel better? Sometimes the journey to healing can feel overwhelming and a lot like an unsolved puzzle. I am a seasoned Therapist with over 25 years of offering Mental Health and Addictions experience. If you want more awareness about yourself, your struggles and understanding, clarity and emotional peace, then psychotherapy may be what you need. Do you suspect there past events may be holding you back from enjoying your life today? Please call me for initial consultation. Mental Wellness can be found. I work with unique people looking for solutions incl. adults, youth, couples and families, groups public events
(613) 704-0703 View (613) 704-0703
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Brian Ajamhassani @ Psychotherapy For You
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1A  (Online Only)
When life gets hard to deal with, it is good to have someone to talk to; Someone with the expertise, professionalism, and compassion to listen, ask the right questions to create clarity and help us find the solution or at least see the light at the end of the tunnel. When dealing with mental and emotional pain, someone with the proper training and experience could be the right person to turn to. I utilize over 10 years of experience in therapy practice to the full benefit of my clients dealing with grief, depression, and anxiety, including those dealing with chronic illnesses such as cancer, as well as youth and parents'
When life gets hard to deal with, it is good to have someone to talk to; Someone with the expertise, professionalism, and compassion to listen, ask the right questions to create clarity and help us find the solution or at least see the light at the end of the tunnel. When dealing with mental and emotional pain, someone with the proper training and experience could be the right person to turn to. I utilize over 10 years of experience in therapy practice to the full benefit of my clients dealing with grief, depression, and anxiety, including those dealing with chronic illnesses such as cancer, as well as youth and parents'
(867) 731-0384 View (867) 731-0384
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The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K1S  (Online Only)
The mental health professionals at The Dot are trained in many different types of therapy that can help with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship issues (yes we do couples counselling) depression, anxiety and more.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
The mental health professionals at The Dot are trained in many different types of therapy that can help with issues related to trauma, grief, relationship issues (yes we do couples counselling) depression, anxiety and more.
It's not just you, life HAS gotten harder in the last few years. If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
(613) 519-2697 View (613) 519-2697
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New Horizons Counselling-Suzanne Kerr & Assocs
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Ottawa, ON K2P  (Online Only)
Life's challenges--loss, grief, relationships, life transitions, stressors at home & work, difficult emotions, loss of purpose and direction--my approach is intelligent, direct, humorous, warm, compassionate, down-to-earth, gentle yet challenging, reflecting each person's individual temperament and experiences.
Therapy is about becoming unstuck, connecting with a deeper sense of what's important to you, what really matters, what you really want deeply for yourself in your life. Letting go of stale, habitual, suffocating stories which restrict you. And opening to new, gentler, friendlier narratives of possibility. guiding purposeful action in support of what you passionately value and really want for yourself. ....NOTE I ask you to please email me first either to go ahead and set up an appointment with me or, if you prefer, to arrange a 10-15 min phone conversation
Life's challenges--loss, grief, relationships, life transitions, stressors at home & work, difficult emotions, loss of purpose and direction--my approach is intelligent, direct, humorous, warm, compassionate, down-to-earth, gentle yet challenging, reflecting each person's individual temperament and experiences.
Therapy is about becoming unstuck, connecting with a deeper sense of what's important to you, what really matters, what you really want deeply for yourself in your life. Letting go of stale, habitual, suffocating stories which restrict you. And opening to new, gentler, friendlier narratives of possibility. guiding purposeful action in support of what you passionately value and really want for yourself. ....NOTE I ask you to please email me first either to go ahead and set up an appointment with me or, if you prefer, to arrange a 10-15 min phone conversation
(844) 332-2492 View (844) 332-2492
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Family-Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2A
Are you experiencing conflict, stress, or grief? Not connecting with your partner? Worried about your child or teen? Our team of 12 therapists at Family-Therapy, can help you with life's challenges. We work with individuals, children, teens, families, couple, & stepfamilies. We address addictions, anxiety, blended family issues, burnout, parenting depression, communication, divorce, affairs, grief, loss, PTSD, parent-youth issues, personal development, relationships, postpartum issues, school issues, bullying, stress, LGBTQ2 issues, workplace conflict and more. We offer respectful, nonjudgemental & compassionate care. Call today.
Are you experiencing conflict, stress, or grief? Not connecting with your partner? Worried about your child or teen? Our team of 12 therapists at Family-Therapy, can help you with life's challenges. We work with individuals, children, teens, families, couple, & stepfamilies. We address addictions, anxiety, blended family issues, burnout, parenting depression, communication, divorce, affairs, grief, loss, PTSD, parent-youth issues, personal development, relationships, postpartum issues, school issues, bullying, stress, LGBTQ2 issues, workplace conflict and more. We offer respectful, nonjudgemental & compassionate care. Call today.
(613) 703-0135 View (613) 703-0135
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Leticia Akparah
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K0A
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 277-4994 View (289) 277-4994
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Geer Harvey
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1K
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 809-7074 View (289) 809-7074
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Berline Foadjo Awoume
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MSc, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1V
As a therapist, I value human strength to overcome challenging moments. I believe that you have within you what it takes to face life's challenges and strive. You only need extra support, encouragement, and empowerment to build resiliency and live a fulfilling life. I dedicated my last six years supporting children, adults, youth, and families with different socio-economic needs and from diverse communities facing immigration challenges, life transitions, loss, anxiety, and trauma. With a background in Neurosciences, and social work, I am equipped with extensive knowledge and skills to tailor intervention to meet client's needs.
As a therapist, I value human strength to overcome challenging moments. I believe that you have within you what it takes to face life's challenges and strive. You only need extra support, encouragement, and empowerment to build resiliency and live a fulfilling life. I dedicated my last six years supporting children, adults, youth, and families with different socio-economic needs and from diverse communities facing immigration challenges, life transitions, loss, anxiety, and trauma. With a background in Neurosciences, and social work, I am equipped with extensive knowledge and skills to tailor intervention to meet client's needs.
(343) 314-0512 View (343) 314-0512
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Denise Johnson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K1B
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 302-3582 View (289) 302-3582

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Grief Counsellors

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.