Therapists in L1M
Life can feel overwhelming, and that’s okay—you don’t have to face it alone. I work with people at all stages in life, supporting those navigating anxiety, low mood, stress, and everyday challenges that can make it hard to feel like your best self. In our sessions, we’ll explore what’s standing in the way of a meaningful, fulfilling life and build practical strategies, coping tools, and skills to help you feel grounded, understood, and confident handling whatever comes your way. I strive to create a space that feels welcoming, safe, and supportive, where you can feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow with confidence.
Life can feel overwhelming, and that’s okay—you don’t have to face it alone. I work with people at all stages in life, supporting those navigating anxiety, low mood, stress, and everyday challenges that can make it hard to feel like your best self. In our sessions, we’ll explore what’s standing in the way of a meaningful, fulfilling life and build practical strategies, coping tools, and skills to help you feel grounded, understood, and confident handling whatever comes your way. I strive to create a space that feels welcoming, safe, and supportive, where you can feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow with confidence.
Compassionate support is here!
With over 20 years of knowledge and experience, I would be honoured to guide you through the difficult paths that life can bring. Whether it's trying to save your relationship with new skills or navigating separation/divorce, I will be there to support you every step of the way.
I use solution focused techniques, psych-education, somatic experiencing and mindfulness strategies to guide my clients to build their own "tool box" with skills to assist them through difficult emotions, situations and life events.
Compassionate support is here!
With over 20 years of knowledge and experience, I would be honoured to guide you through the difficult paths that life can bring. Whether it's trying to save your relationship with new skills or navigating separation/divorce, I will be there to support you every step of the way.
I use solution focused techniques, psych-education, somatic experiencing and mindfulness strategies to guide my clients to build their own "tool box" with skills to assist them through difficult emotions, situations and life events.
Navigating pain from trauma, relationships, and life in general, can often feel like an overwhelming burden, creating a heaviness that doesn't seem to go away. Sometimes, those around us struggle, or refuse, to understand our experiences or offer their support. When this happens, it is common to have feelings of self-doubt and frustration, wondering why it's so challenging to simply "move on." However, the reality is much more complicated than that, and we often unfairly take on more blame and self-criticism than we deserve. If you don't want to feel like this anymore, reaching out for support is a brave step toward self-love.
Navigating pain from trauma, relationships, and life in general, can often feel like an overwhelming burden, creating a heaviness that doesn't seem to go away. Sometimes, those around us struggle, or refuse, to understand our experiences or offer their support. When this happens, it is common to have feelings of self-doubt and frustration, wondering why it's so challenging to simply "move on." However, the reality is much more complicated than that, and we often unfairly take on more blame and self-criticism than we deserve. If you don't want to feel like this anymore, reaching out for support is a brave step toward self-love.
Do you struggle with anxiety, low mood, anger, burnout, and/ or tough relationships? Are you exploring your identity and trying to navigate life in a way that feels more like you? If it feels like you’re stuck on a treadmill, past experiences may still shape how you move through life. When things feel heavy or overwhelming having space to pause, slow down, and reconnect with yourself can be helpful.
Hi, I’m Shaina, a second-generation Jamaican therapist and founder of Pause Point Psychotherapy Services. I provide a warm, compassionate, and affirming space where you don’t have to carry it all alone.
Do you struggle with anxiety, low mood, anger, burnout, and/ or tough relationships? Are you exploring your identity and trying to navigate life in a way that feels more like you? If it feels like you’re stuck on a treadmill, past experiences may still shape how you move through life. When things feel heavy or overwhelming having space to pause, slow down, and reconnect with yourself can be helpful.
Hi, I’m Shaina, a second-generation Jamaican therapist and founder of Pause Point Psychotherapy Services. I provide a warm, compassionate, and affirming space where you don’t have to carry it all alone.
Throughout life there are unpleasant experiences you have survived that directly impact the way you view yourself, others, and the world. Maybe you’re actively experiencing these events or are experiencing the effects of them years later. At times, the self you previously knew feels lost as unpleasant emotions such as anxiety, fear, and sadness increase in intensity and the things you used to enjoy are no longer providing you with a break. Continuing to avoid the uncomfortable is exhausting and repeats the cycle you are trying your best to stop.
Throughout life there are unpleasant experiences you have survived that directly impact the way you view yourself, others, and the world. Maybe you’re actively experiencing these events or are experiencing the effects of them years later. At times, the self you previously knew feels lost as unpleasant emotions such as anxiety, fear, and sadness increase in intensity and the things you used to enjoy are no longer providing you with a break. Continuing to avoid the uncomfortable is exhausting and repeats the cycle you are trying your best to stop.
Are you living in survival mode? Do you notice the days are just passing by and you are left feeling stuck, overwhelmed and exhausted carrying so much alone? Maybe you overthink everything, struggle in your relationships or feel stuck repeating unhelpful patterns and cycles.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship or self-esteem challenges or a major life transition, you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll explore where these patterns began and address them with long-lasting strategies, helping you get closer to the life you’ve always wanted. Let’s work on moving from surviving to truly living!
Are you living in survival mode? Do you notice the days are just passing by and you are left feeling stuck, overwhelmed and exhausted carrying so much alone? Maybe you overthink everything, struggle in your relationships or feel stuck repeating unhelpful patterns and cycles.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship or self-esteem challenges or a major life transition, you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we’ll explore where these patterns began and address them with long-lasting strategies, helping you get closer to the life you’ve always wanted. Let’s work on moving from surviving to truly living!
Do you feel overwhelmed after a diagnosis of ADHD for yourself or your child? You might be looking for strategies for parenting a child with ADHD, how to parent as a person with ADHD, or how to understand all the ways ADHD has impacted your life for all these years! I can help you understand what this means and how you can navigate ADHD with confidence. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, bringing more than 20 years of experience working with clients in various mental health settings. I offer a personalized approach to help you improve your life, your relationships, your parenting, and your coping strategies.
Do you feel overwhelmed after a diagnosis of ADHD for yourself or your child? You might be looking for strategies for parenting a child with ADHD, how to parent as a person with ADHD, or how to understand all the ways ADHD has impacted your life for all these years! I can help you understand what this means and how you can navigate ADHD with confidence. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, bringing more than 20 years of experience working with clients in various mental health settings. I offer a personalized approach to help you improve your life, your relationships, your parenting, and your coping strategies.
Hey there, I am glad you are here. Making the first step toward the process of change is a huge. I became a therapist to meet clients where they are, offering genuine care, attention, and validation. With over 12 years of experience working with diverse populations in the mental health field, I draw from evidence-based approaches and extensive clinical and educational training. I am dedicated in supporting clients to create meaningful change and in becoming strong advocates for their own lives. Change can feel challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing.
Hey there, I am glad you are here. Making the first step toward the process of change is a huge. I became a therapist to meet clients where they are, offering genuine care, attention, and validation. With over 12 years of experience working with diverse populations in the mental health field, I draw from evidence-based approaches and extensive clinical and educational training. I am dedicated in supporting clients to create meaningful change and in becoming strong advocates for their own lives. Change can feel challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing.
Death, divorce, losing a job, relationship struggles, addictions, or uncertainty over the future you hoped for. The sadness and thoughts that show up unexpectedly and won't go away - those are grief and anxiety. It's a heavy consuming feeling and you just want some relief - to feel normal again. You know you need to talk to someone about what you're been through, but don't want to burden your friends or are worried they might judge you. I can help. I’ve worked in an Intensive Care Unit and in the Medical Assistance in Dying Program - I’m no stranger to grief, stress, anxiety, burnout, and shame.
Death, divorce, losing a job, relationship struggles, addictions, or uncertainty over the future you hoped for. The sadness and thoughts that show up unexpectedly and won't go away - those are grief and anxiety. It's a heavy consuming feeling and you just want some relief - to feel normal again. You know you need to talk to someone about what you're been through, but don't want to burden your friends or are worried they might judge you. I can help. I’ve worked in an Intensive Care Unit and in the Medical Assistance in Dying Program - I’m no stranger to grief, stress, anxiety, burnout, and shame.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in L1M
100+
Average cost per session
$165
Counsellors in L1M who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 93% | Social Anxiety |
| 93% | Health Anxiety |
| 93% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Relationship Issues |
| 85% | Depression |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 72% | SunLife |
| 67% | Green Shield Canada |
| 65% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in L1M see their clients
| 74% | In Person and Online | |
| 26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 89% | Female | |
| 11% | Male |