Therapists in L4E

Ilana holds a Masters Degree in Mental Health & Addiction. She has experience working with a diverse range of clients, from various cultural backgrounds and ages ranging from adolescents to older adults. She provides individual, couples and family therapy. Her experience on various distresses is extensive, and includes depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, addictive behaviours, relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief and bereavement, complex family dynamics, co-dependency, borderline-personality disorder, bi-polar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and an array of other mental health concerns.

I offer individual and couples talk therapy to adults, bringing warmth, empathy and patience into each interaction. My aim is to make therapy a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental space where the healing process can take place. I practice through a strengths-based lens, tailoring my approach to fit each individual's diverse background. I integrate various evidence-based treatments to support my patients in developing better self-awareness, feeling “unstuck” and learning new skills (e.g. cognitive behavioural therapy, emotional focused therapy, attachment theory and mindfulness techniques).

Just because you are struggling does not mean you are failing. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Your story isn't over yet, message me for more details on how you can start to help yourself be the best authentic you.

I am a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with 17 years of experience in the field of mental health, and have worked alongside children, youth, adults , and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, parent-child conflict, relationships, adjustment to life’s transitions, and trauma. I believe the individual is the expert of their own lives and sometimes may need support to navigate through their own inner struggles. Healing occurs differently for everyone, and there is never a one-size fits all approach. Allow me to help you each step of the way and to work in collaboration to improve your overall quality of life.

My passion for mental health started early, realizing the importance of how our mental well-being affects all aspects of our life, and how it’s connected to our physical well-being too. I see it as a privilege to be part of my client’s journey in recovery and healing. Throughout the years, I have seen the strength and resiliency of my clients which shows that change is possible. I’m a firm believer that a diagnosis does not define us, even though it can affect many aspects of our life.

I am passionate about continuous growth, learning, and connecting with you. The challenges of life often leave us feeling lonely and stuck. As a warm, observant, and empathetic therapist I make space for clients to feel safe, supported, and valued. My approach is based on CBT, EFT, DBT, and systems theory through which I see clients from a holistic and integrative perspective. My training includes Focusing Level I and Prepare and Enrich.

Anxiety, depression, anger, stress, and emotional disturbance can be isolating and exhausting. Are you feeling stuck in repetitive cycles of anxiety, depression, anger, intrusive negative thoughts, emotional distress and dysregulation? Are you engaging in unhealthy behaviours to cope? Struggling with relationships? Is it difficult for you to love yourself, to connect with the present, to achieve your goals? Perhaps you just feel stuck overall and don’t know how to move forward from this place you find yourself in. "Stuck" can be a hard and lonely place to be - I want to help you.

I have over 10 years of experience working with people struggling with a broad range of issues, including anxiety, feeling low or depressed, trauma, relationship problems, family concerns, or parenting challenges. I will provide you with a comfortable and safe space to share your concerns and I would happily stand with you to reach your goals.

Shivani, Social Worker, Psychotherapist & Clinical Director of Oakridges Therapy Centre, strives to create an authentic, compassionate, and safe therapeutic space while supporting people navigate through difficult life circumstances and realties. Shivani takes a holistic and humanistic approach, honouring unique strengths and cultivating a sense of empowerment both during and beyond the realm of therapy. “I am drawn to the resilience of my clients in creating a scaffold for change. While we are an institution of our experiences that may influence our present and we can all participate in writing our new beginnings.”

You might be struggling with your relationships, current events or life experiences. You might be feeling a ‘stuckness’ in ways of thinking and behaving or your sense of yourself. Therapy offers a process to find new awareness and understanding, new ways to cope, clarify and resolve difficulties, and change and grow in meaningful ways. Various difficulties bring people to therapy. Some are dilemmas in personal, family and professional relationships. Some are anxiety, depression, and troubling internal conflicts. People can feel low self-esteem, a sense of inauthenticity and purposelessness.

Have you become aware of feeling constantly not good enough? Does that Inner Critic in your brain provide a constant inner dialogue of the ways in which you are failing? Do you notice that you are feeling rejected and a sense of abandonment?Are you used to putting yourself last in favour of meeting everyone else’s needs?Are you experiencing anxiety and feel as if you are in a constant state of high alert?Shelley’s approach to therapy is one of a trauma informed perspective and is always client centered. Her goal is to work with her clients in an empathetic, gentle way where She aims to hold a supportive and patient space.

I am a registered social worker passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and discover their inner strengths. With over 20 years of experience in providing counselling for anxiety, depression, chronic health issues, life transitions, and stress management, I offer a client-centered approach to therapy, drawing from multiple counselling modalities depending on your needs.

Therapy can bring about the necessary changes you wish to create in your life. Your therapy with me will be designed to help you discover what creates and sustains your symptoms, or causes you to relapse on unhelpful or self-defeating patterns so you can make enduring changes and live more meaningfully. I work with individuals experiencing mood and anxiety symptoms, relationship issues, loss, trauma, addiction, and self-defeating behaviours. Additionally, I work with people who experience medical conditions worsened by stress as well as medically unexplained conditions.

My work with clients is a priority in my daily life, and I have many years of experience in couples, family, and child (from birth to 17), counselling. I truly believe that if we can help children and youth address their challenges early, we will build for their future success and well-being. If you are parents, a couple, or an individual and are not sure how to address a challenge you are facing, please feel free to contact me. My work is based on an anti-oppressive, strength-based, and trauma-informed framework. The focus of my practice includes attachment models, childhood trauma, relationship , anxiety, and behaviour management.

We offer non-judgemental, compassionate and professional therapy with 25yrs of experience. You will experience feeling of being understood and therapeutic connections with us. We look forward to the opportunity to develop therapeutic relationships with you and work alongside you on your personal journey.

When we are left to our own thoughts and feelings, we may be stuck in viewing ourselves, situation, and the world in a negative lens. Our thoughts are not always true and much of what we think is learned. Fortunately then, we can learn more balanced and healthier ways of thinking that can make our daily lives more pleasurable, efficient, and enjoyable.

I'm Lior, a person-centred psychotherapist dedicated to helping you navigate your inner world and find healing. In my practice, I firmly believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to provide a safe, supportive environment for your journey. With deep empathy and active listening, I seek to understand your unique experiences and perspective without judgment. Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges, honouring your autonomy and wisdom. I am here to guide and empower you as you uncover your inner strengths and resources, fostering self-discovery, self-acceptance, and personal growth.