Therapists in Ontario
Sajeewa Ranasinghe
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K0A (Online Only)
Sometimes life can feel complicated. So you are not alone if you are needing help. Countless things happen that interrupt our ability to be happy and be free. My passion is to help you to live a more meaningful and satisfying life in healthy ways. This may begin with the relationship you have with yourself or with others in your life. I have a particular interest in working with clients looking to go deeper into their spirituality in discovering their meaning and purpose for their lives.
Sometimes life can feel complicated. So you are not alone if you are needing help. Countless things happen that interrupt our ability to be happy and be free. My passion is to help you to live a more meaningful and satisfying life in healthy ways. This may begin with the relationship you have with yourself or with others in your life. I have a particular interest in working with clients looking to go deeper into their spirituality in discovering their meaning and purpose for their lives.
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Humanistic Counsellors
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualisation and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioural therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.