Therapists in Dorchester, ON

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Ck Keyes

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP-Q

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Guelph, ON N1G (Online Only)

I am skilled in crisis intervention, client advocacy, conflict management, addiction, 2SLGBTQ+, and trauma.

Life can be a struggle and we all need help to find our way, no one should have to go it alone. Personal struggles come in many different forms and everyone’s journey to wellbeing looks different, therapy is an excellent place to begin journey. I create an accepting, non-judgemental, safe space for individuals of all walks of life to begin their journey. As an individual, you are the expert of yourself and your story and I believe it is a privilege to be able to walk along side you and work collaboratively to support you as you grow and learn to understand yourself and what you want your journey to look like.

I am skilled in crisis intervention, client advocacy, conflict management, addiction, 2SLGBTQ+, and trauma.

(548) 490-7380 View (548) 490-7380

CBT Wellness & Virtual Services

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Verified Verified

2 Endorsed

Guelph, ON N1E

Accepting NEW patients. Are you or your child feeling: overwhelmed, stuck, or on edge? Experiencing mood swings, flashbacks or urges? Having trouble sleeping, managing emotions or getting through the day? Are you having communication or trust issues in your relationshpi? You are NOT alone & we CAN help. We have helped hundreds of people THRIVE in their life & we look forward to helping you too! Our professional, compassionate & experienced therapists have immediate openings for SAME day & NEXT day appointments for individual, couples & family therapy to children (5+), youth and adults.

(289) 301-7240 View (289) 301-7240

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How does an intervention work?

An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behaviour and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behaviour has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.

How effective are interventions?

There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.

What are the limitations of interventions?

While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.

Are there alternatives to interventions?

Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.