Therapists in L4Z

Although several factors influence the outcome of therapy, few are as important as the alliance between therapist and client. By using a client-centered and culturally sensitive approach, my goal as a therapist is to understand your narrative through empathy, allow you to truly dictate what it is that you seek from therapy and collaborate with you to discover how you can achieve it. I have had an academic and professional career that has taken me through several different countries including Kuwait, India and Canada, and had me work with people from vastly different cultural backgrounds with equally diverse concerns.

I believe that every human deserves to have their story seen, heard, and understood. This can be especially important in our busy world where it can be difficult to take the time to slow down and truly listen. Life can be complex and unpredictable, so I care about providing an inclusive, safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your journey with me. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and it would be my deepest privilege to walk alongside you while we work together to overcome obstacles and navigate where you would like to go next.

If you’re here, it’s likely because you want something to change, but you’re not sure how to make it happen. As your therapist, I can bring the expertise of behavioural and psychological science, as well as therapeutic practice, while you can bring the expertise of your experience in your own life. Together, we can uncover ways to help you help yourself. Through collaborative effort, we can discover a process of change that’s right for you.

I believe that thinking outside of our literal reality allows us to see the world through a more creative lense and find alternate ways of dealing with our problems. As a result, I use the Expressive Arts as a tool for therapy.

Going through a crisis or grappling with anger? Have you been mandated or advised by your counsel for anger management therapy? You've found a friend in Parag Ray. She has vast experience in domestic violence cases, violent outbursts and those involved in conflicts in the community. If you need this service to lower charges or show a willingness to improve your situation, Parag can help.

Naseeha translates in Islamic contexts, good counsel, advice, or sincerity. Naseeha Mental Health is a Muslim non-profit that now offers virtual therapy across Canada! Our team of Muslim therapists are here to offer you support through your life challenges, from a faith and culturally sensitive background. We understand that deciding to start therapy is a significant and personal journey, and we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Hello, I’m Vanessa, an Indigenous Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), here to offer you a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space. Seeking support is brave, and I commend your efforts. My aim is to create a collaborative environment where we can identify your strengths and provide guidance, support, and coping skills for positive change in your life.

***STILL OPEN FOR IN-PERSON GUELPH/MISSISSAUGA*** I believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. I have helped hundreds of individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As a relational therapist, I appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. I do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, I see my clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. I see strengths and I see hope, even when it feels like there is none.

Judith Pascoe-Wong is a registered Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work. She has certificates in trauma counseling and is a Sandplay trainee with the Canadian Association for Sandplay Therapy. Judith has training in play therapy, and Level 1 Theraplay and Marschak Interaction Method. Judith works with all ages. Judith specializes in play therapy with children who are struggling to express their emotions, regulate feelings, anxieties, and attachment issues. She also does psychotherapy with teens and adolescents who struggle with anxieties, self- harm, self esteem issues, depression, family issues, and feelings of invisibility and other issues.

I believe that resilience lies within each of us. We often forget this powerful strength we have inside of us because of the challenges life confronts us with. My goal is to empower you to rediscover your resilience and collaboratively work to improve your overall well-being and quality of life. I strive to create a safe, trusting, inclusive, and non-judgemental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your lived experiences with me.

Do you and your partner often argue? Do you find yourself feeling sad, frustrated, lonely, disconnected, resentful, angry? Have you lost trust in them? Do you feel you are not treated well and talking just causes more fights or your partner may shut you out and become unresponsive? You may be stuck in an unhealthy relationship pattern or cycle. Maybe you’re feeling desperate to change this dynamic but nothing you do seems to help? Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, we can work to replace these negative patterns of interaction with positive ways of communicating that allow you to feel loved, supported and emotionally connected.

Imagine a space where science and art harmonize, meeting you with understanding and creativity: this is the heart (and brain) of my therapy practice. I invite you on an exploration as unique as you are, where empathy lights the way. You are not alone, and I am so proud of you for taking this step! My own journey, where I overcame being unable to read until the 3rd grade, testifies that no obstacle is insurmountable with creativity, commitment, and support. I believe that for everyone, regardless of the cards dealt, there exist many paths to a fulfilling life—let’s discover together how your own path might unfold most vibrantly.

Yes, life and relationships are not always easy. Sometimes it’s downright difficult. But there is hope and I am an optimist who believes in the potential of healing and change. I am energized by the process of encouraging and empowering clients to be the best version of themselves. My desire is to guide couples to the path of healing, change and greater connection. I use a 3 step: Reflect, Repair, Recreate process to get couples back on track and building a healthy and satisfying relationship. I'm experienced and enjoy working with clients from all ethnic backgrounds that face challenges.

I am passionate about having the opportunity to help people become aware of their strengths, self-worth, and goals. Working from a collaborative, nonjudgmental, empathetic lens, encouraging clients to be the catalysts of their realities; while intuitively walking alongside individuals as they work through the ailments they are experiencing. I emphasize approaching my clients from a place of not knowing, striving to understand their ideologies, beliefs, and values while honoring everyone’s ideals around health and healing.

I am an Occupational Therapist (OT), Psychotherapist working in the field of spiritual/transpersonal psychology. The term "occupation" in OT does not directly refer to your job (a common misconception!). Rather, "occupations" are defined as your personally meaningful activities. I collaborate with clients who are interested in engaging in more spiritual, self-care & leisure activities to help improve their mental health. As your OT, I will combine activity engagement, spiritual care and psychotherapeutic modalities (Emotional Freedom Techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, etc.) to support your healing/recovery.

I am a registered Psychotherapist of Ontario, and Life coach with over 20 years of professional experience. My academic background is based in CBT and Neuro-linguistic techniques. I believe we can break free from the limiting beliefs that hold us back from reaching our full potential. The balance of our lives depends on our capacity to learn and modify our thoughts and behaviors reaching better emotions to structure a satisfactory future. I feel comfortable working with all kind of people and with adolescents, adults, and seniors. Currently, I offer online individual, couple and family therapy.

At Pathways Counselling & Life Coaching Centre we are committed to providing our clients with respectful confidential counselling & life coaching. Our goal is to help our clients find hope, healing and strength. We believe that each individual has been created for success, happiness and purpose. Asking for help with a problem or directions for where you want to go is the first step in achieving your success, your happiness and your purpose. If you feel that counselling or life coaching would benefit you in your life journey, we are here to help.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO. I obtained a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the United States. My integrated psychotherapy approach for individual adults/teenagers, couples, and families combines relational, emotion-focused, attachment informed, trauma informed, and somatic elements. This comprehensive approach emphasizes the importance of your relationship with yourself and others, encourages emotional exploration, considers attachment histories, acknowledges trauma's impact, and fosters trust and positive self-esteem. It aims to promote individual/relational healing, inside and out.

***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR PHONE/VIDEO*** It’s a privilege and honour to be doing this work, and to walk alongside clients on their respective healing journeys. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and life experiences. By working collaboratively and through meaning-making, I aim to support clients in connecting with their needs, dreams, hopes, as well as to the answers I believe each person has inside them. My approach is trauma-informed, non-directive, strength-based, and client-centered. Healing, the discovery of possibilities, one’s resilience, and one's gifts can all be part of the therapy process.