Therapists in L7L

Many of us have forgotten how to let our emotions move through our bodies like pure energy forms - letting anger churn, hope to blossom, grief to contract, or sit with unmet longing. My approach is to simply be with what's true for you, moment to moment. I practice this through supportive listening and staying with whatever comes up in the present. I create a safe space to help unravel beliefs & emotions, and offer personalized, therapeutic techniques to support individuals to gain awareness and clarity about themselves, their patterns and the decisions they make in their life.

With over twenty years of experience working in the field, I know that we are all hardwired for healing and connection, even when feeling confused and overwhelmed by life challenges. My practice style is to team up with my clients to facilitate deep self-knowledge, understanding and empowerment to create change and growth in a warm and accepting environment. I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, regulating difficult emotions and self-esteem. I provide service to individuals (13 yrs.+), couples and families.

After dedicating the past two decades to the field of education, I set about on a transformative journey towards becoming a registered psychotherapist. My professional journey in education evolved into a Special Education Resource Teacher, where my focus shifted towards removing barriers for my students and their families. My experience in the education sector has honed my empathic nature and nurtured my ability to view individuals without judgment.

February 2023: Unfortunately, I am fully scheduled at this time. I view the courageous people who contact me the utmost respect. My intention is to meet you where you are, considering the whole of your physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual self. Working collaboratively, we will strive to create change and promote well-being. I have connected with many people struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship, sexuality, life transition, and spiritual/existential concerns. I enjoy working experientially in the 'here and now' of our encounter while keeping your strengths, skills, and goals in focus.

I'm Dr. Sarah Haller, Clinical Psychologist and the Director of Shoreacres Therapy. I treat a variety of presenting concerns, including anxiety disorders, depression, and difficulties coping with life's challenges. I have specialized training in the assessment and treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and have a passion for supporting mothers from the time of conception through the first year postpartum. In addition, I am trained in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders and body image concerns in adults.

I offer psychotherapy and counselling for career development (including holistic assessment and exploration of career paths), parenting counselling, and support during life transitions such as immigration.

Are you struggling with self-criticism, perfectionism, or anxiety, only to find that they’re impacting your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being? Do you feel overwhelmed and frustrated, just trying to navigate through the day? I’m here to offer you evidence-based and compassionate support tailored to your specific needs, and to guide you towards achieving your goals and finding relief in these challenging areas. Together, we can work towards fostering positive change, enhancing your well-being, and empowering you to navigate life with greater ease.

Is it hard keeping up with life's demands? Are you feeling stuck? I know this is a difficult and you may be feeling uncertain whether change is possible and if therapy is the right move for you. It's hard managing everything on your own, and I want you to know that you don't have to go through it alone, I am here to help. I take on a client-centred approach that is integrative of other therapies, so I can follow your lead and individualize care to fit your needs. This is your journey and you are the true expert of your life.

We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.

I provide a non-judgmental, confidential, responsive space to process, gain insight, knowledge and strategies, and work towards resolution. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, with elements of Narrative Therapy, CBT, EFT, etc., I primarily work through the exploration of relationship dynamics and patterns, addressing attachment wounds, and using a focus on emotions and cognition. Perhaps you are dissatisfied with your relationships, or are not getting along with a family member or co-worker, are feeling alone or stressed? Compassion and empathy based, I encourage self-compassion, self-acceptance and authentic self-expression.

I’m a fortunate man, really enjoying my life and my work. I am well, and I remember not being well; anxious, depressed, traumatized and clinically diagnosed with various psychiatric ailments. Life threw me some awful curves and I’ve experienced the therapy world as a client for many hundreds of hours in several of its forms. I have acted badly and I apologize to those I’ve hurt. I won’t indulge my humility here but I’ll be open if you ask. My practice is built in part on my personal experiences of suffering, change, and growth. I am a Registered Psychotherapist in the Province of Ontario.

We all experience times in life when we feel overwhelmed, anxious or in grief. Life's challenges can sometimes take a toll on our sense of well-being. This is especially true during this Covid-19 pandemic with its accompanying social distancing, isolation and stress. When anxiety, fear, grief or relationship difficulties arise you may feel even more vulnerable. Therapy offers an opportunity to explore your feelings, uncover insights and develop greater self-awareness and compassion. Together we can create new coping skills that will support you and your loved ones during these exceptional times.

At times, many of us contend with emotions and suffering that are overwhelmingly painful, disheartening and difficult to bear, often as a result of unique stressors and events. I work with adults, adolescents, families and step-families using Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, interpersonal psychotherapy, and DBT/CBT within neuroscience and attachment frameworks. I encouraged clients to access inner strengths and free their capacity for growth. Whether you or a family member experience depression, anxiety, marital distress or difficulties with peers, you deserve support in a confidential, accepting, safe and caring environment.

Life isn't simple, it's filled with experiences and emotions that can be overwhelming and stressful. As experts of our own life, we interpret and internalize various situations and experiences with different lenses and perspectives. Living in the most multicultural city in the world, we are given the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, insight and perspectives from various cultures and traditions that we can utilize to understand people. I provide an eclectic and holistic approach to therapy to deal with trauma, loss, relationships, conflict, and crisis.

I am currently a psychotherapy student working out of the Ottawa Street Health Collective offices at Ottawa and Barton. I have had success working with individuals managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, compulsions, and relationship dysfunction. Ideal clients are looking for new perspectives, a positive therapeutic relationship, insight, and personal growth. I am committed to offering support for individuals who have a hard time feeling safe, heard, or cared for. I strive to work from trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and gender-affirming perspectives.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS My name is Julia Sormaz and I have a desire for supporting individuals from a client-centered approach, meeting clients where they're at and working in collaboration to provide effective help. I have a masters degree in counselling Psychology, Bachelor degree in Psychology and Post-Graduate Certificate in addictions and mental health. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have been struggling with substance use, behavioural concerns, life transitions such as loss, becoming a new mom and relationship challenges, family and parenting challenges and mental health.

Hi, I'm Michelle and I'm so pleased that you found Compassionate Connections. Have you been looking for a warm, safe, compassionate place where you can work through life's ups and downs without judgment and labels? Many times life presents challenges and at Compassionate Connections, I invite you to spend some time with me to process these challenges in a compassionate and non-judgmental space. My focus is to create a personalized plan with you to help you create shifts and move through your concerns in a pace that is suited to you with evidence-based therapies.

Do you feel stuck? Do you have recurring thoughts or mental images that you find difficult to turn off? Do you worry a lot? Do you sometimes feel as if you have a lot of negative thoughts and feelings? Would you like relief? These are some of the signs of anxiety and possibly trauma. Alternatively, do you wish to feel deeply heard and known as you face life changing circumstances and to grow in self understanding?